Buffalo Bills at Carolina Panthers: Risers and Fallers

Fallers

Offensive line

This applies to everyone but Richie Incognito, who ranks as one of the best offensive linemen again this season, according to PFF.

The offensive line was the main reason LeSean McCoy was ineffective against the Panthers. He didn’t even have a chance thanks to the lack of push and running lanes. Not to mention Tyrod Taylor ranks 31st in time to throw this season. Taylor was sacked three times Week 2, as well.

The injury to Cordy Glenn doesn’t help things on the outside. Dion Dawkins has played well at times, but he doesn’t have the talent Glenn has, yet.

The right side of the offensive line continues to be the problem. If they can’t contain Von Miller and Co. like they struggled against a much older Julius Peppers, it could be another long day for the offense.

Zay Jones

This isn’t so much about the last play, but Zay Jones’ game as a whole.

Taylor could have thrown a slightly better ball, and it’s probably a play Jones would like to have back, too.

The problem with Jones’ Week 2 performance is the fact that he had six targets and only came up with two receptions. For a player the Buffalo Bills traded up to get, and is regarded so highly for his hands, that’s not very good.

Now, he’s only a rookie and it’s only his second game, so things will likely get better for Jones. However, this isn’t a good start.

Kaelin Clay

After being inactive Week 1, Kaelin Clay got the nod in his return to Carolina.

However, it didn’t go as smoothly as he probably would have hoped.

Clay had two punt returns and gained just two yards. He also fumbled on a return too. Clay didn’t factor in the passing game either.

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If Clay’s going to be active on game day moving forward, he’s going to have to be more reliable.