The Facts: A career backup and former sixth-round pick, he waited out his entire rookie contract for a legitimate chance to start in the NFL. That chance in Buffalo led to 3,035 passing yards, 20 passing touchdowns and just six interceptions. Even after season where Taylor proved he was a legitimate NFL starting quarterback, the Bills have not made a move past next season. He would like them to. "Of course I want to be the long-term guy," Taylor said on Wednesday. "I love playing for the organization, I love playing for the coaches, I love being around the guys. Like I said, I want to be the long-term guy for them. Ultimately that's up to them. I know I'm under contract for another year, but right now I'm out here just taking it all in."
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GM Doug Whaley has said that if a good deal arises for the Bills they would think about extending him early, though Taylor is one of the best deals in the NFL next season at his current salary. Whaley also said that he wouldn't think twice about drafting a quarterback if the right one fell to the Bills, clouding the organization's long-term stance on Taylor. Barring any moves from the Bills' front office though, it may be a year before Taylor is recognized monetarily.