Orchard Park, NY (SportsNetwork.com) – Undrafted rookie Jeff Tuel will make his first NFL start for the Buffalo Bills on Sunday against the undefeated Chiefs.<\/p>\n
Bills quarterback Thad Lewis, who started Buffalo’s last three games in place of a still-injured E.J. Manuel, is inactive after hurting his ribs on the opening play from scrimmage in last Sunday’s 35-17 loss at New Orleans. He remained in the game, however, and completed 22-of-39 passes for 234 yards with one touchdown and an interception.<\/p>\n
Lewis was listed as doubtful on Friday’s injury report.<\/p>\n
Tuel came on in relief in a Week 5 loss to the Browns, when Manuel suffered his knee injury. He struggled as Manuel’s replacement in the 37-24 loss, completing just 8-of-20 passes for 80 yards and an interception.<\/p>\n
The 22-year-old Tuel was nearly the opening day starter for the Bills after Manuel underwent minor knee surgery in August, but the first-round pick recovered quickly and was under center Week 1 against New England.<\/p>\n
Tuel and veteran Matt Flynn each received reps with the first-team offense during the week. Flynn will be the No. 2 quarterback Sunday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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