Buffalo Bills
C.J. Spiller - #28 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 200 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/05/1987 |
| Birthplace | Lake Butler, FL |
| College | Clemson |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 1st round, 9th pick by Bills |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 207 | 1244 | 6 |
Bills’ QB switch unlikely to lead to fantasy production
While the Bills are making a change under center in an attempt to spark their offense, fantasy owners shouldn't expect any dramatic improvements from Buffalo's skill players.
Bills would be wise to deal a running back
The Bills might not want to admit it, but their smartest move may be trading one of their three running backs while the players still have some value.
Bills commit to keeping RB Lynch
Despite trade rumors, the Bills have stated they are not looking to trade reserve RB Marshawn Lynch.
Rookie Meter: Spiller disappoints in debut
Rookies got their first taste of the NFL regular season in Week One, and many, like Bills RB C.J. Spiller, fell short of their high expectations.
Bills can't win unless offense improves
Until the Bills' offense does a better job of running the ball and increasing time of possession, the team will be on the losing end of close games.
Bills’ backfield a three-headed mess
Everyone thought the Bills' backfield situation would be difficult to sort out. But nobody guessed that their power trio would be this ineffective.
Gailey names Spiller as Bills' starting back
Head coach Chan Gailey has named rookie RB C.J. Spiller for the Bills in their Week One matchup with the Dolphins.
Scout's Notebook: Bills RB C.J. Spiller
Nolan Nawrocki analyzes Bills RB C.J. Spiller from a scout's perspective, detailing his positives and negatives.
Preseason Rookie of the Year Meter
Chargers RB Ryan Mathews checks in at No. 1 on the first Rookie of the Year Meter for the 2010 season.
Bills' offseason moves paying off
Neither move was especially popular at the time, but the hiring of head coach Chan Gailey and the drafting of C.J. Spiller may have been the right ones for the Bills.
Bills RB Lynch cleared to play in preseason finale
After hurting his ankle in the Bills' first preseason game against Washington, RB Marshawn Lynch has been cleared to play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Lions.
Bills add two rookies to injury-depleted offense
The Bills signed two undrafted rookies Monday to try to bolster an offense that has been plagued by injuries this offseason.
DeHaven excited about Bills' returners
One of the few areas the Bills did not struggle in last season was special teams. Not only did they excel in the kicking game, but they also finished sixth in kickoff-return differential.
Report: Bills, first-round RB Spiller come to terms
The Bills on Friday agreed to terms with 2010 first-round draft pick RB C.J. Spiller on a five-year contract worth $25 million, including $20.8 million guaranteed, according to ESPN.com.
Browns' Harrison will face competition for carries
Although he finished the 2009 season on a tear, Browns RB Jerome Harrison will face a challenge, according to AFC Whispers, from rookie Montario Hardesty.
Sweed will have to earn playing time
Although the trade of Santonio Holmes opens the door to more playing time for WR Limas Sweed, our AFC Whispers indicate that the third-year receiver will have to earn the PT.
PLAYER NEWS
Spiller was added to the AFC Pro Bowl roster, replacing Ray Rice.|||||||
Spiller ran for a career-best 1,244 yards on 207 carries and had six touchdowns. The third-year player's 6.0-yard per carry average tied for first in the NFL.
Spiller was held to 59 yards on 24 carries (2.5 yards per carry) by the Jets in the Bills' 28-9 victory on Sunday. He added 72 yards receiving and a touchdown.|||||||
Spiller averaged 6.0 yards per carry on the season. He finished with a career-high 1,244 yards on the ground.
Spiller finished with 22 carries for 138 yards in the Bills' loss to Miami on Sunday.|||||||
While he didn't have a touchdown, Spiller ran for his highest yardage total since the season opener.
Spiller made good use of his most carries in a month on Sunday (17), running for 103 yards and a touchdown against Seattle in Toronto on Sunday.|||||||
Spiller's good fantasy value should only increase in the season's final weeks after backfield mate Fred Jackson's injury.
Spiller ran for 77 yards and scored a TD in Sunday's win over the Jags.|||||||
Though Fred Jackson also ran well, Spiller is the back to own in Buffalo from a fantasy standpoint.
