Buffalo Reclaims Vital Part of the Offensive Manuel

Bills QB E.J. Manuel has been cleared to return, playing status
 is still unknown, will be determined by staff.
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Multiple reports out of One Bills Drive have confirmed that rookie first round pick E.J. Manuel has been medically cleared to return after missing four games. Manuel has been out of commission since suffering a knee injury on October 3, against the Cleveland Browns. 

Buffalo has been anxiously anticipating Manuel's return after some shaky quarterback play since the absence of number three. In Manuel's first five games, the former FSU Seminole has completed 85 passes for 985 yards and 5 touchdowns, earning a 42.2 quarterback rating. Although the numbers won't jump out at you, there is no statistic that shows his incredible poise and leadership as a rookie quarterback in the National Football League. There is a level of comfort when Manuel is the signal caller, making intelligent decisions that give the Bills a chance to win week after week.

It is still uncertain when Manuel will start, but after critiquing the schedule, don't be surprised if the organization plays it safe and let's the rookie sit through the bye week (11/24).