Buffalo Bills Season in Review

The Bills finished the 2007 season with a 7-9 record. The Bills were a scrappy bunch, who always gave maximum effort despite numerous key injuries.

No review of Buffalo's season can go without mentioning Kevin Everett. Everett was injured in the first game of the season. It was believed that he was paralyzed for life. His life was in danger. The doctors saved his life and he made a wonderful comeback. By week 16, Everett walked into the stadium to wish his teammates well. If we all show the spirit and determination of Kevin Everett, this world would be a better place.

Head coach Dick Jauron was the right man to lead the Bills through their trials this season. His conservative approach was perfect for a young bunch just learning the game of professional football. Those youngsters were led by rookies QB Trent Edwards and RB Marshawn Lynch. Edwards is the QB of the future. If Losman remains past next season as a backup, I would have no problem with that. But Edwards has the ability to make a few first downs. Losman is all or nothing. Their have been some great RBs in Buffalo, but Lynch might be the best since Thurman Thomas left town.

The beefy Bills offensive line, led by Jason Peters was solid. But the Bills couldn't punch the ball into the end zone. They need to get a big bodied receiver for next season, whether it's a tight end, a seldom used wideout, or a starter. This would help Edwards out in the red zone immensely. They also might make more third and mediums. Lee Evans and Roscoe Parrish cover the speed part. I love Josh Reed, but he might be the odd man out. The offense also needs a short-yardage back like Ruben Droughns. They couldn't run the ball in the red zone or on third and short.

The offense's deficiencies exposed an undermanned defense. They lost a significant number of starters and second stringers early in the year. The bend-but-don't-break D and the fact that the offense couldn't stay on the field, occasionally allowed the opponent to run over the Bills in the 4th quarter. But Buffalo learned that they have a number of guys who can play. This could very well help the club's depth next season.

Special teams was wear the Bills hung their hats. An awesome duo of returners, an effective punter, a consistent kicker, and great coverage aided the Bills' record. While the offense and defense were low in the league in yards, the special teams made up for it.

I was thrilled to be able to watch many of the Bills games here in Maryland. I saw the games against: Pittsburgh, NY Jets, Dallas, Baltimore, Cincinnati, New England, 4th quarter of the Jacksonville game, Washington, NY Giants, Philadelphia. I don't think I'll get to watch that many in 2008, but I hope so.

I’m really proud of the team this year. I'm excited for next season. GO BILLS!