Willis

McGahee

The trade rumors were likely originated by Willis McGahee’s agent. Both McGahee and Henry have backed off their displeasure with the crowded backfield and say they are willing to do what’s best for the team. McGahee carried the ball 11 times for 28 yards and 1 TD in Saturday night’s game.

The Buffalo coaching staff was impressed with how McGahee ran in relief of Travis Henry last weekend. They might use him to punch the ball in the end zone, which would seriously hurt Henry’s value. Don’t adjust yet.

Neither Henry or McGahee is happy sharing time, but for the good of the team, both need to quit making it an issue as does the “source close to McGahee.” Unfortunately, there’s no good answer for fantasy teams here. Alone, either back is a Top 10 performer. Together, we’ll have to see.

Although not happy about it, McGahee will be used only if Henry needs a blow during the game. He’s worth a roster spot, but won’t have much value initially.

Travis Henry will replace McGahee to give him a blow or if McGahee is ineffective. Coach Mike Mularkey stressed all starting jobs are “week-to-week”, but we’d be surprised if McGahee lost his job the rest of the way. He has a tough match-up this week.

He finished the game, the Bills don’t believe it is serious.

He’s got a good point. If McGahee is playing this well this soon after his reconstructive knee surgery, his potential is limitless.

The Bills will update his condition today. With Travis Henry still hurt, Shaud Williams is next in line for a possible start.

McGahee had a good practice Friday and ran with a fluid stride. He said he’s well past being concerned about the knee keeping him from doing whatever he wants on the field. “It feels good, and it’s going to get better,” he said. “I just let it flow naturally. I don’t try to rush anything. I just take it one step at a time.”

We’ll see how he responds to contact, but all indications are that McGahee has recovered his game-breaking speed. He’s a serious threat to Travis Henry’s touches. Look for McGahee to get at least 10 a game.