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What a tremendously precise article.
It's a difficult balancing act. Losman is most comfortable playing with a gunslinger mentality, like Brett Favre or Jay Cutler. Think of the many big plays to Lee Evans. But there's a downside. When Losman's initial read is taken away, he has a tendency to be jittery in the pocket. He then fails to pull the trigger when other receivers are open or makes hurried, forced throws. So, despite his obvious passing skills, Losman does not possess that consistent pocket presence that inspires confidence.
That puts me in agreement with Jauron. But there's a corollary point. You can't compete at a high level trying to minimize the impact your quarterback has on the game. And that's what the Bills are doing with Losman -- hiding him to prevent bad plays and turnovers. That's why Trent Edwards must be the quarterback.
When I studied Edwards, I saw a more comfortable, poised player. He made quick decisions, got the ball out of his hands to the right receiver at the right time and was consistently accurate. He clearly has a stronger pocket presence than Losman.
Edwards' upside is greater. He gives Buffalo a better chance to run a multidimensional run-pass offense that attacks all areas of a defense. Sure, there will be a learning curve, but to contend in the tough AFC, the Bills need a quarterback who will not limit their offensive game plan. And that man is Trent Edwards.
It's a difficult balancing act. Losman is most comfortable playing with a gunslinger mentality, like Brett Favre or Jay Cutler. Think of the many big plays to Lee Evans. But there's a downside. When Losman's initial read is taken away, he has a tendency to be jittery in the pocket. He then fails to pull the trigger when other receivers are open or makes hurried, forced throws. So, despite his obvious passing skills, Losman does not possess that consistent pocket presence that inspires confidence.
That puts me in agreement with Jauron. But there's a corollary point. You can't compete at a high level trying to minimize the impact your quarterback has on the game. And that's what the Bills are doing with Losman -- hiding him to prevent bad plays and turnovers. That's why Trent Edwards must be the quarterback.
When I studied Edwards, I saw a more comfortable, poised player. He made quick decisions, got the ball out of his hands to the right receiver at the right time and was consistently accurate. He clearly has a stronger pocket presence than Losman.
Edwards' upside is greater. He gives Buffalo a better chance to run a multidimensional run-pass offense that attacks all areas of a defense. Sure, there will be a learning curve, but to contend in the tough AFC, the Bills need a quarterback who will not limit their offensive game plan. And that man is Trent Edwards.
"Expect rejection, but expect more to overcome it." 
Cheers!
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