#Bills LB Dorian Williams is taking being benched in stride & what Sean McDermott said:
The Buffalo Bills have had a slew of injuries during the month of October which has put the spotlight on a few new faces, including rookie linebacker Dorian Williams.
The Bills’ injured reserve list has seen several players added to it such as linebacker Matt Milano (leg).
Bills’ third-round rookie linebacker Dorian Williams took on the role that Milano excelled in prior to his injury.
After Bills coach Sean McDermott assumed defensive coordinator duties the Tulane product has been trying to make the necessary jump to contribute. It made sense, as Williams was expected to be an instant impact player for Buffalo when he was drafted.
But the jump from college to the pros is tough, especially for defenders.
McDermott benched Williams during their 29-25 loss against the New England Patriots in Week 7. It was the second time Williams lost snaps to Tyrel Dodson, however, this time it was for the majority of the game.
In true McDermott form, he has done the expected since.
Following Pats loss, he expressed confidence in Williams. Even so, on Tuesday McDermott kept his secrets as usual.
When asked who would start between Williams and Dodson, the coach said “we’ll see.”
That we will, as the this position will catch the attention of many in Buffalo when the Bills defense take their first snap of the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-3) on Thursday.
Regardless of the decision, Williams is taking it all in stride. He’s going to try and learn and move forward, which is the best choice he can make as such a young player.
“It’s definitely tough,” Williams said. “I know it’s all out of love–all the coaches want the best for me– but I mean, they have to do what they feel is best to put the team in a position to win.”
For more from Williams, see the attached WROC-TV clip below:
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