Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor is inactive on Sunday. Quarterback EJ Manuel will be leading the offense against the Cincinnati Bengals. Manuel will have wide receiver Sammy Watkins available, but he'll be without Percy Harvin who is dealing with a hip injury. Manuel's backfield will get support from LeSean McCoy. McCoy's hamstring is reportedly less than 100 percent, and he could have a limited snap count on the day. It will be Manuel's first opportunity to start under new offensive coordinator Greg Roman.
Tyrod Taylor injury update: Bills QB inactive Week 6, leaves little fantasy consolation with EJ Manuel
Tyrod Taylor won’t play in Week 6. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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Fantasy impact: Manuel's presence could stall the momentum that Taylor has established in 2015. Manuel was benched in October of the 2014 season, with Kyle Orton taking over for the remainder of the season. Of course, Manuel's struggles and subsequent demotion occurred under an old regime. Still, Buffalo's backfield is thin on healthy running backs and Watkins is likely less than 100 percent. It may be tough for Manuel to get into any sort of rhythm with his biggest playmakers banged up. The bottom line is: Manuel creates a very shaky fantasy landscape for Buffalo Bills owners. It's a situation to avoid if at all possible.
