Losman bitching and crying to get out of Buffalo

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After losing starting job, Bills' Losman wants to be traded

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Bills quarterback J.P. Losman wants out of Buffalo, unhappy with how he lost his starting job to rookie Trent Edwards this past season.

Losman's agent, Gary Wichard, told The Associated Press on Friday that his client would prefer to be traded, but added Losman would play out the final year of his contract if necessary. Wichard said he has not yet spoken to the Bills because the team is seeking a new general manager after Marv Levy stepped down earlier this week.

Whether the Bills choose to keep Losman, Wichard said he didn't see any chance of Losman remaining with the team after next season.

"That ship has sailed, my friend," Wichard said. "Hopefully, they do something this year. And if not, we'll just walk away after next year."

Wichard said he spoke out now because he knew how unhappy his client is. He said he and Losman didn't want to air their views during the season so not to cause a distraction to the team.

Losman declined numerous interview requests over the final weeks of the season, and also after Bills players cleaned out their lockers Monday after a 7-9 finish, in which Buffalo missed the playoffs for a franchise record eighth consecutive season.

"I give him credit for handling this thing the way he has," Wichard said. "But at the end, he said, 'I'm out of here.'"

The Bills were not immediately available for comment.

Bills owner Ralph Wilson has previously said the team has not made a decision on Losman's future, and didn't rule out the possibility of the player returning for one more year.

Noting the number of starters hurt this season, Wilson told The AP last month that it might be important for the Bills to keep two experienced players.

The Bills, however, are high on Edwards, the third-round draft pick out of Stanford, who is expected to return as the starter despite an up-and-down season.

Edwards went 2-3 to finish the year after reclaiming the starting job for a second time from Losman. Edwards took over the first time in Week 3 after Losman sprained his knee during the first series of a 38-7 loss at New England.

Losman reclaimed the starting job after Edwards sprained his throwing hand five weeks later in a 13-3 win at the New York Jets. Losman, who rallied the Bills to beat the Jets, went 2-2 in his next four starts before losing the job again.

Wichard said Losman was unhappy by the lack of support the team provided him.

"He knows they bailed on him," Wichard said. "Nobody would ever say, 'J.P., you're our quarterback.' They said it was a week-to-week job. He was waiting to be yanked. And that's what eventually happened."

Wichard said it was disappointing particularly after Losman showed promise in leading the team to a 7-9 finish in 16 starts last year. Losman also finished 13th in the NFL with a 89.7 passer rating.

In eight appearances this year, including seven starts, Losman finished with slightly better numbers than Edwards. Losman completed 63.4 percent of his passes and finished with a 76.9 rating, as opposed to Edwards, who had a 56.1 completion percentage and 70.4 rating.

Losman, though, had only four touchdowns and six interceptions, while Edwards had seven TDs and was intercepted eight times.

The quarterback carousel contributed to the Bills finishing 31st in the NFL in yards gained. Buffalo's offense produced only 20 touchdowns, setting a franchise low for a 16-game season. The Bills are also searching for a new offensive coordinator after Steve Fairchild was hired to take over at Colorado State.

Losman was the second of Buffalo's two first-round picks in the 2004 draft, and cost the team plenty. The Bills gave up three draft picks, including a 2005 first-round selection, in order to trade back into the first round and select Losman 22nd overall.

Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3181919

I remember when he came into the league he thought he could've been the next Brett Favre and was killing to be his heir apparent. Oh well, I guess it looks like the Trent Edwards show from here on out

[Thai Jet]

After losing starting job, Bills' Losman wants to be traded

Losman was the second of Buffalo's two first-round picks in the 2004 draft, and cost the team plenty. The Bills gave up three draft picks, including a 2005 first-round selection, in order to trade back into the first round and select Losman 22nd overall.

Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3181919

I remember when he came into the league he thought he could've been the next Brett Favre and was killing to be his heir apparent. Oh well, I guess it looks like the Trent Edwards show from here on out

From what I've seen of Edwards this season, and trust me that's A LOT of games, he looks most impressive. He's does his reads quickly, he's got a strong arm and the team WINS with him in there. Looks like the real deal so far.

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Trent Edwards also needs to put on a few lbs before he gets killed out there. His body looks way too small to be taking a 16 game a season beating in the NFL at Quarterback.

As for Losman, let me be the first to say on this message board that I wouldn't mind having him brought in for a look and a possible Quarterback competition this Offseason.

[bobbyjet69]

Trent Edwards also needs to put on a few lbs before he gets killed out there. His body looks way too small to be taking a 16 game a season beating in the NFL at Quarterback.

As for Losman, let me be the first to say on this message board that I wouldn't mind having him brought in for a look and a possible Quarterback competition this Offseason.

NOOOOOO, this kid is horrible! I'd rather have Penny back if that was the case! I remember last year (I think it was vs Dolphs?) he threw for 58 yds in the entire game!

Definately NOT starting caliber in the NFL!

[NIGHT STALKER]

Trent Edwards also needs to put on a few lbs before he gets killed out there. His body looks way too small to be taking a 16 game a season beating in the NFL at Quarterback.

As for Losman, let me be the first to say on this message board that I wouldn't mind having him brought in for a look and a possible Quarterback competition this Offseason.

I'm with you on that...not saying he's the answer or anything, but I like the fact that he's young and wants to prove something. But, it's a division rival and I doubt if a trade would come off.

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just say no to losman

[124]

I'm with you on that...not saying he's the answer or anything, but I like the fact that he's young and wants to prove something. But, it's a division rival and I doubt if a trade would come off.

Hey, Buffalo did one with New England a few years back for Bledsoe, so you never know. In this case, I'm sure they're just willing to get a Day 2 pick for him. I'd rather pick up him the Free Agency wire if they are forced to release him, but I'm willing to give up a Day 2 pick to see a young, gunslinger battle Kellen and possibly Chad next Training Camp.

At this point in his career, in my opinion, you cannot just simply hand Kellen the reigns. He has to earn it.

[bobbyjet69]

Hey, Buffalo did one with New England a few years back for Bledsoe, so you never know. In this case, I'm sure they're just willing to get a Day 2 pick for him. I'd rather pick up him the Free Agency wire if they are forced to release him, but I'm willing to give up a Day 2 pick to see a young, gunslinger battle Kellen and possibly Chad next Training Camp.

At this point in his career, in my opinion, you cannot just simply hand Kellen the reigns. He has to earn it.

I agree with making Kellen earn it, but Losman is no sarting QB in this league! I'd rather retain Penny then pick up this p.o.s.!

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Hey, Buffalo did one with New England a few years back for Bledsoe, so you never know. In this case, I'm sure they're just willing to get a Day 2 pick for him. I'd rather pick up him the Free Agency wire if they are forced to release him, but I'm willing to give up a Day 2 pick to see a young, gunslinger battle Kellen and possibly Chad next Training Camp.

At this point in his career, in my opinion, you cannot just simply hand Kellen the reigns. He has to earn it.

and we saw how GREAT that worked out for the bills lol

the statue at QB

[Irish Jet]

I'd hate to have Losman on this team.

I'd hate even more listening to that Michael Jackson voice every press conference. Ugh!!

[Jetlag]

This is Rob Johnson all over again. He even looks like him.

[pjam76]

Trent Edwards also needs to put on a few lbs before he gets killed out there. His body looks way too small to be taking a 16 game a season beating in the NFL at Quarterback.

As for Losman, let me be the first to say on this message board that I wouldn't mind having him brought in for a look and a possible Quarterback competition this Offseason.

Didn't we do this with Patrick Ramsey last season? Yeah the guy played what, a quarter if that the whole season, no thanks.

JP Losman just isn't a starting QB in the NFL. Why keep bringing in wasted players for draft picks. We already spent a couple of draft picks on Barlow, Ramsey, and TJ and for the most part none of those players have improved this team or are or will be long gone by the time this team contends.

If he was a free agent or cut, then why not sign him as a backup if they trade Chad. But if they have to trade a 5th round pick for him, why bother. I'd take my chances on a 5th rounder.

[jetophile]

I get to drag this out of the vault again! YAY!

Buffalo Bills Quarterback J.P. Losman will never forget his first meeting with his boyhood idol, Brett Favre.

It came the summer before Losman's senior season at Tulane, when Losman got invited to Kiln, Miss., to play a round of golf with the Green Bay Packers' starting Quarterback.

"He invited me into the house for a little bit," Losman said. "There he was with his tight little shorts, no shirt and his little red hat. He was doing some farming or something. He was covered in dirt. It was awesome."