The Buffalo Bills released quarterback Matt Cassel on Saturday after previously deciding to move forward with Tyrod Taylor as their starter.
Cassel entered training camp as the favorite to secure the starting job almost by default. Taylor was unproven after extremely limited action with the Baltimore Ravens over the last four years, and EJ Manuel failed to take advantage of his opportunities during the last two seasons.
Alas, after the 33-year-old veteran struggled during organized team activities and performed on a merely mediocre level during camp practice, the door opened for Taylor.
The Virginia Tech product capitalized by shining during the preseason.