Two areas the Bills' offense looks to improve

Last season, the Buffalo Bills finished in the bottom-third in the NFL in third-down offense, converting on just 38 percent of tries.

They were worse in the red zone rankings-wise, scoring touchdowns on 50 percent of trips inside the 20.

Both categories will be areas of focus this year, according to offensive coordinator Greg Roman.

Via BuffaloBills.com, "Third and medium proved particularly difficult for the Bills offense to convert."

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Roman on ever-injured offense: 'I think we're behind'

Getting the Buffalo Bills offense into a rhythm this season has been quite a struggle, particularly given the injuries it's sustained.

Nobody knows that better than offensive coordinator Greg Roman.

While the team's first-year play caller has been pleased with his squad's progress thus far, the quality -- given the time the starters have had to practice together -- just hasn't been where he'd like it to be.

“I think everything with us is a bit of work in progress," Roman said via buffalobills.com. "Guys in and out of the lineup. This guy’s in, this guy’s out. He missed training camp, etc. It’s been…I think we’re behind."

Things have looked up this week, however, as Roman has gotten back quarterback Tyrod Taylor, receiver Sammy Watkins, running back Karlos Williams and tackle Seantrel Henderson, with only Watkins a question mark Sunday against the Dolphins.

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Roman high on Karlos Williams as a starter vs. Giants

With LeSean McCoy missing yet another day of practice Thursday, the Buffalo Bills coaching staff is preparing for worst when it comes to its running game against the New York Giants on Sunday.

Luckily for them, their Plan B has been Karlos Williams, who's averaged nearly eight yards a carry and already has three touchdowns in a non-starting role through three games.

"I love his attitude, his work ethic, his approach every day, and I love what he brings on the field, obviously," Bills Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman said Thursday via BuffaloBills.com. "I think that’s pretty apparent. The Giants are gonna be a touch challenge and I think Karlos will be up for the challenge."

Williams is currently ranked 14th overall in yardage among running backs, and his ridiculous yards-per-carry tally has him atop that list. That's despite his total number of rushing attempts (24), which is 41st in the league.

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Roman says 'you can't manufacture' Buffalo's passion

New Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Greg Roman sees a "unique opportunity" in his move to Buffalo--not only because of the change in organizations, but also because of the fan base he has inherited.

“The passion in the city of Buffalo, you can’t manufacture it. It’s not something you can just go purchase," Roman said this week, via BuffaloBills.com. "It’s real; it’s at a level unlike any other place really save one or two. That’s a pretty unique opportunity because that means something to me.

"We get this thing going the way we want to, I can only imagine what it’s going to be like here in this city of Buffalo."

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Schwartz out on defense, Roman in on offense for Bills

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If you weren't already sure, Rex Ryan will be calling the shots for the Buffalo defense next season.

Hired only a day ago to replace former head coach Doug Marrone, Ryan announced in his first press conference as new team leader that he's terminated the contract of defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who led the unit to a fourth overall ranking in 2014.

Ryan acknowledged Schwartz's efforts with the squad Tuesday, saying the move was aimed at giving the 48-year-old coach a chance at another gig.