Peterman is Bills’ starting quarterback ahead of Allen
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. » Quarterback Nathan Peterman never lost faith in himself following the most difficult moment of his young NFL career. What’s more important, neither did Bills coach Sean McDermott.
In 10 months, Peterman has gone from throwing five interceptions in the first half of his first career start, to being chosen Monday as Buffalo’s season-opening starter. Though the job is his until rookie first-round pick Josh Allen is deemed ready, Peterman’s ascension from being counted out to being counted on is a testament to the second-year player’s perseverance.
“I believe he’s a resilient young man. He’s certainly come through some times of adversity throughout his career,” McDermott said shortly the Bills announced Peterman would be their starter at Baltimore on Sunday.
“Usually, if you go through some adversity early in life, you’re that much more prepared for it when it comes around later.”
Peterman is aware of the critics he attracted following a 54-24 loss at the Los Angeles Chargers on Nov. 19 in which McDermott’s decision to start him ahead of Tyrod Taylor backfired. And Peterman was grateful for the opportunity to prove himself during a threeway competition that was trimmed to two once AJ McCarron was traded to Oakland last weekend.
“It means a lot. I’m thankful for the people that stood by my side through hard times,” Peterman said.