Jp Losman named starter against Bengals (1 Viewer)

[GoBills02]

(October 31, 2007) — ORCHARD PARK – Trent Edwards’ sprained right wrist was still swollen today, and sore enough to where he could not grip a football, or even shake someone’s hand.

Thus, with J.P. Losman slated to start against Cincinnati on Sunday, third-stringer Gibran Hamdan may have to dress as the backup.

“His wrist is very sore today, so we’ll see where it is tomorrow,” said coach **** Jauron. “It goes day to day in that regard. In terms of where it is on Sunday, able to be our No. 2, we just don’t know yet. If he can, good, and if he can’t, that’s what Gibran is here for.’’

Edwards confirmed that he got hurt when he was sacked by New York linebacker David Harris and he fell on the wrist.

“I’m doing better today, but there’s some pretty bad swelling in there and it’s limiting my range of motion and the strength in my hand,” Edwards said. “It’s disappointing, but that’s the way the season goes, guys get hurt and other guys have to step up and play.’’

 

[fbdude]

Edwards is going to be so much better of a pro QB it's not even funny. I know Edwards is banged up, & if Losman is starting because of injury, that fine, but is it's any other reason, it's a mistake. Period. If it's not because of injury, are they trying to showcase Losman? I don't get it. Playing him now will only lesson his value, LOL. I realize they believe Edwards is the future, but I'm a believer in playing for the future if you're out of the playoff hunt now.

What do you base your opinion on? I'm not getting into an argument with you, I'm so sick of reading the Pro Edward and Pro Losman opinions, just wondering your basis for that. I like Edwards, I just don't think he gives us the best chance to win right now, and 3-4 with this team? I'll take it, 2 plays away from being 5-2 and hailing the 2007 Bills as the 2006 Saints.

The only Bills fans who should be happy about this are Evans owners. When Losman drops back if his first read(Evans) is not open, his arm starts shaking, and legs get twitchy, usually resulting in him running around the pocket until he gets sacked or throws an Int. He is clearly not as bright, and lacks the pocket presence of Edwards. I know Edwards doesnt stretch the field like Losman, but he spreads the ball around better than Losman. Also, i was starting to notice Edwards throwing downfield a bit more lately, which should be the case for a rookie QB does.One more thing, if Evans deosnt wrestle that deep throw from the defender, who should start is not even a question(unless Edwards is hurt).

I'm a BILLS homer and I have to agree with this. Losman has a live arm, and is better for Evans owners - but long-term Edwards has much more pocket awareness and poise - I think he's their QB of the future.

 

[GoBills02]

Edwards is going to be so much better of a pro QB it's not even funny. I know Edwards is banged up, & if Losman is starting because of injury, that fine, but is it's any other reason, it's a mistake. Period. If it's not because of injury, are they trying to showcase Losman? I don't get it. Playing him now will only lesson his value, LOL. I realize they believe Edwards is the future, but I'm a believer in playing for the future if you're out of the playoff hunt now.

What do you base your opinion on? I'm not getting into an argument with you, I'm so sick of reading the Pro Edward and Pro Losman opinions, just wondering your basis for that. I like Edwards, I just don't think he gives us the best chance to win right now, and 3-4 with this team? I'll take it, 2 plays away from being 5-2 and hailing the 2007 Bills as the 2006 Saints.

The only Bills fans who should be happy about this are Evans owners. When Losman drops back if his first read(Evans) is not open, his arm starts shaking, and legs get twitchy, usually resulting in him running around the pocket until he gets sacked or throws an Int. He is clearly not as bright, and lacks the pocket presence of Edwards. I know Edwards doesnt stretch the field like Losman, but he spreads the ball around better than Losman. Also, i was starting to notice Edwards throwing downfield a bit more lately, which should be the case for a rookie QB does.One more thing, if Evans deosnt wrestle that deep throw from the defender, who should start is not even a question(unless Edwards is hurt).

I'm a BILLS homer and I have to agree with this. Losman has a live arm, and is better for Evans owners - but long-term Edwards has much more pocket awareness and poise - I think he's their QB of the future.

But you can't argue that the game plan for Losman's first 2 games was ridiculous. Manning and Brady wouldn't have done any better. I'm not denying Edwards as the future, but don't you want to see what Losamn can do? I'm tired of always grooming potential.

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

That reminds me . . . I have a bet with someone that Losman will outproduce Romo this year. Checking the scoreboard, Romo is ahead 174 to 26 at the halfway point in the season.

Obvious: Reported...

 

[Tommy Collins]

Edwards is going to be so much better of a pro QB it's not even funny. I know Edwards is banged up, & if Losman is starting because of injury, that fine, but is it's any other reason, it's a mistake. Period. If it's not because of injury, are they trying to showcase Losman? I don't get it. Playing him now will only lesson his value, LOL. I realize they believe Edwards is the future, but I'm a believer in playing for the future if you're out of the playoff hunt now.

What do you base your opinion on? I'm not getting into an argument with you, I'm so sick of reading the Pro Edward and Pro Losman opinions, just wondering your basis for that. I like Edwards, I just don't think he gives us the best chance to win right now, and 3-4 with this team? I'll take it, 2 plays away from being 5-2 and hailing the 2007 Bills as the 2006 Saints.

The only Bills fans who should be happy about this are Evans owners. When Losman drops back if his first read(Evans) is not open, his arm starts shaking, and legs get twitchy, usually resulting in him running around the pocket until he gets sacked or throws an Int. He is clearly not as bright, and lacks the pocket presence of Edwards. I know Edwards doesnt stretch the field like Losman, but he spreads the ball around better than Losman. Also, i was starting to notice Edwards throwing downfield a bit more lately, which should be the case for a rookie QB does.One more thing, if Evans deosnt wrestle that deep throw from the defender, who should start is not even a question(unless Edwards is hurt).

I'm a BILLS homer and I have to agree with this. Losman has a live arm, and is better for Evans owners - but long-term Edwards has much more pocket awareness and poise - I think he's their QB of the future.

But you can't argue that the game plan for Losman's first 2 games was ridiculous. Manning and Brady wouldn't have done any better. I'm not denying Edwards as the future, but don't you want to see what Losamn can do? I'm tired of always grooming potential.

I agree that Losman gives them the best chance to win and their gameplan was terrible. But since then their OL & Defense have improved which means they can open up the offense some more. I think they were too concerned that they're D & OL would suck that all they did was call running plays and punt. And FWIW I don't think Edwards is the future. He reminds me too much of Chad Pennington. His poise etc. isn't that great. He makes stupid mistakes like every other rookie and doesn't go for deep shots. He's thrown maybe 3 down field, the rest are little dinks and dunks, checkdowns, or 4 yard passes to Parrish & the TEs. That's not poise...

 

[Burning Sensation]

Does anyone still think Losman should be the starter? Im not trying to call anyone out, i was just wondering if any Losman backers have changed their tune a bit.

 

[David Yudkin]

That reminds me . . . I have a bet with someone that Losman will outproduce Romo this year. Checking the scoreboard, Romo is ahead 174 to 26 at the halfway point in the season.

Obvious: Reported...

Sadly, this was an actual bet.Through Week 13 . . .Romo 306Losman 81

 

[Tommy Collins]

Does anyone still think Losman should be the starter? Im not trying to call anyone out, i was just wondering if any Losman backers have changed their tune a bit.

I haven't changed my mind. I don't like Edwards. The team seems to avoid the end zone when he's QB. Although the playcalling seems better. With Losman they try to go deep every play, with Edwards they keep it simple. Although Edwards just seems to hit the slant and checkdowns constantly. I just wish Losman was in with the same exact gameplan and playcalling as Edwards with Fred Jackson in the backfield. If he sucked, I would change my mind.

 

[Gottabesweet]

Does anyone still think Losman should be the starter? Im not trying to call anyone out, i was just wondering if any Losman backers have changed their tune a bit.

I haven't changed my mind. I don't like Edwards. The team seems to avoid the end zone when he's QB. Although the playcalling seems better. With Losman they try to go deep every play, with Edwards they keep it simple. Although Edwards just seems to hit the slant and checkdowns constantly. I just wish Losman was in with the same exact gameplan and playcalling as Edwards with Fred Jackson in the backfield. If he sucked, I would change my mind.

Agreed- Trent Check Down EdwardsJP Downfield Losman I wish we could merge the two. At least Trent didn't stare down his wr's today.He has to play well vs Miami and destroy them and then give Cleveland a game to fully win me over.

 

[Tommy Collins]

Does anyone still think Losman should be the starter? Im not trying to call anyone out, i was just wondering if any Losman backers have changed their tune a bit.

I haven't changed my mind. I don't like Edwards. The team seems to avoid the end zone when he's QB. Although the playcalling seems better. With Losman they try to go deep every play, with Edwards they keep it simple. Although Edwards just seems to hit the slant and checkdowns constantly. I just wish Losman was in with the same exact gameplan and playcalling as Edwards with Fred Jackson in the backfield. If he sucked, I would change my mind.

Agreed- Trent Check Down EdwardsJP Downfield Losman I wish we could merge the two. At least Trent didn't stare down his wr's today.He has to play well vs Miami and destroy them and then give Cleveland a game to fully win me over.

I don't hate Edwards, I'm just pessimistic about this being the correct way to handle things. Losman has never had stability in his entire career. From injuries, to the QB musical chairs game, to new coordinators, to another injury and another yank job. And they expect him to play like a Pro Bowler... not likely.

 

[[scooter]]

That reminds me . . . I have a bet with someone that Losman will outproduce Romo this year. Checking the scoreboard, Romo is ahead 174 to 26 at the halfway point in the season.

Obvious: Reported...

Sadly, this was an actual bet.Through Week 13 . . .Romo 306Losman 81

You should be reported just for making the bet.

 

[munchkin]

Jim Kelley was just on Sirius and he seems to think that Edwards has a lot of positives in his play including pocket presence, how he went through the progressions, timing and location of passes, and the ability to pick out a hot chick in the seventh row. Seriously though he was very positive about this guy.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Does anyone still think Losman should be the starter? Im not trying to call anyone out, i was just wondering if any Losman backers have changed their tune a bit.

I'm fine with Edwards being the starter now. Losman got his chance and didn't do anything with it. But, I'm glad he got the chance instead of just dumping him after the first couple starts of the season.