Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

[Don't Panic]

http://www.realfootball365.com/nfl/articles/2007/06/bills-losmanevans-godeepevenmore050607.html

Aside from the obvious upgrade Dockery will provide to the offensive line, the team also seems to have repaired its poor running game from last season. Despite the enormous hype given to now-Baltimore Raven Willis McGahee, whom the Bills traded away in March for three draft choices, the 2003 first-round pick was maligned in Buffalo for a reason: He simply wasn't all that good, and the ex-Miami Hurricane's 990 rushing yards, 3.8 per-carry average and six touchdowns from '06 prove that he is an average-at-best runner. The RB position matters because, as they say, running the ball successfully opens up the passing game. The new rookies in the backfield -- Marshawn Lynch (first round) and bruiser Dwayne Wright (fourth round) -- have looked great in the Bills' spring organized team activities thus far, and it helps that veteran Anthony Thomas will still be in the fold. That trio, if it lives up to its potential from the start, could actually be among the top three-headed rushing attacks in the NFL, and it ought to easily eclipse Buffalo's 27th-ranked ground game from last season.
Therefore, the simple fact that the offensive line is better and the running game seems to have taken a step forward should open up the deep ball from Losman to Evans even more in 2007. That would mean an increase in points for the Bills (they averaged just under 19 per game in '06) and plenty of frustration for opposing defensive backs who simply won't have the speed or coverage skills to contain the game-changing Evans.

If all the talk around here hasn't gotten you excited about the offense yet, this should do the trick. Plus, the 2nd WR getting more looks went unmentioned. Lots of reason for optimism (homerism) on the offensive side of the ball. Realistic homerism I'll call it.

[YardRat]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I'm optimistic about the offense. Another unmentioned point is how much an improved offense could help the defense.

[Pinkerton Security]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I generally am not a huge fan of the guys there at 365, but i like this particular article...a lot. HA! Go Bills!

Honestly though, how much better do you all feel about having the combo of Lynch and Wright, our own lightning and thunder perhaps, instead of the Great Dancing McGahee? I for one am ecstatic about the situation, and I also feel that A-Train is a valuable asset too, bc we know he can grind out 80 yards no problem. Things are looking up, IMO of course.

[TigerJ]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I didn't need the article to make me more optimistic about the offense. Of course they have to do it on the field of play when the "bullets are real" but there is potential in this offense to have a major upgrade in productivity.

[Mitchy moo]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

The offense picked it up in the second half of last year and we be able to move up the o-charts this year.

[justasportsfan]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I see JP connecting more with the TE's.

[Pride]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I love that Lee Evans is finally getting the attention that he deserves. The guy was a beast on a bad offense his whole career... I love that it is finally paying off for him in terms of recognition.

All I gotta say is... pay the man.

[ublinkwescore]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I'm optimistic about the offense. Another unmentioned point is how much an improved offense could help the defense.

Don't mention that to Op, he'll have a Myocardial Infarction.

[cocamide]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

Finally, an article where the writer isn't all over McGahee's nuts. You would've thought that he had 1500+ yards last season. ESPN and other networks never mention that fact that he didn't even break 1000 yards. Granted, our O-Line isn't great, but to make 1000 yards in a season you only need about 63 yards per game.

Here's to Losman, Evans and Lynch!

[madness]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

I love that Lee Evans is finally getting the attention that he deserves. The guy was a beast on a bad offense his whole career... I love that it is finally paying off for him in terms of recognition.

All I gotta say is... pay the man.

The Patriots needed to get two receivers to get their Evans. He probably won't equal the stats of Moss and Stallworth combined again this year but I still find that pretty funny.

Evans - 82 rec. for 1292 yds w/ 8 tds
Moss + Stallworth 80 rec. for 1278 yds w/ 8 tds

[OpIv37]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

Don't mention that to Op, he'll have a Myocardial Infarction.

you know, I saw it and I thought about responding, but I've already said it a million times and people have already either ignored it or argued with it a million times, so there is no real point. People believe what they want to believe.

[Dr. Lecter]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

you know, I saw it and I thought about responding, but I've already said it a million times and people have already either ignored it or argued with it a million times, so there is no real point. People believe what they want to believe.

Yes they do.

More time on the field for the offense + Yielding better field possession upon change of possession = A defense that can be better rested and more efficient.

[Dr. Lecter]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

BTW, Ublink gets the big word of the day award.

[OpIv37]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

Yes they do.

More time on the field for the offense + Yielding better field possession upon change of possession = A defense that can be better rested and more efficient.

assuming the opposing offense doesn't wear down our D and put pressure on our O to score first, which is hardly a safe assumption.

[madness]

Re: Buffalo's Losman, Evans to go deep even more in '07?

Yes they do.

More time on the field for the offense + Yielding better field possession upon change of possession = A defense that can be better rested and more efficient.

The Raiders are switching to a ball control, pound the ball down your throat offense to compliment their defense this year. Considering how dominate their D was last year with their offense constantly going three and out, can you imagine their defense if the O is chewing up clock and successfully converting first downs?