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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - It didnt take quarterback Kyle Orton long to make a distinct impression in his first practice as the Buffalo Bills starter on Wednesday.Its not so much different, because hes doing the same thing, its just the balls coming out a little bit quicker, second-year receiver Robert Woods said.He demands what he wants out of us, added receiver Sammy Watkins, the rookie first-round draft pick. The way he talks, the way he handles business, the way he looks at plays and breaks down defences is kind of different than EJ.Watkins was referring to EJ Manuel, the second-year starter who was benched on Monday.Its on Orton to provide a spark to whats been a sluggish offence on Sunday, when the Bills (2-2) travel to play the Detroit Lions (3-1).Im happy to be here, Orton said. Im excited for the opportunity that I have, and cant wait to play on Sunday.Orton has enjoyed a quick ascendance in Buffalo since agreeing a two-year, $7.9 million contract on Aug. 29.Before that, he was spending time at home in Texas focusing on being a family man after getting cut by the Dallas Cowboys in mid-July.It was so long ago, Orton said, declining to say whether he had been contemplating retirement.And forget asking the 10-year journeyman a€” now playing for his fourth team in four years a€” whether the game at Detroit represents yet another chance to re-establish himself.Thats a bad way to look at it if youre looking into the future, Orton said. Weve got one game to win, and were going to do all that we can to win that one game.For now, Orton represents the short-term future for the Bills, who have reached an early season crossroad. Theyre coming off two straight losses, and switching course for the third time in five seasons at a quarterback position thats been mostly unsettled since Hall of Famer Jim Kelly retired after the 1996 season.The latest change was prompted after Manuel was hesitant and erratic in a 23-17 loss at Houston on Sunday.The turning point came on the Bills first possession of the second half. Facing third-and-3 at the Texans 12, Manuels short pass was intercepted by J.J. Watt and returned 80 yards for a touchdown that put Houston ahead 14-10.Manuel finished 21 of 44 for 225 yards, with two touchdowns and two interceptions.We took a step back with EJ, coach Doug Marrone said, Wednesday. At the end of the day, my responsibility is to make sure we put this team in a position to win. So I did what I thought ... in my heart and my mind was the best thing.Marrone placed his faith in Orton because of the quarterbacks experience and how hes looked in practice. Marrone doesnt expect rust to be a factor for a quarterback who was cut by the Cowboys after he failed to attend any of the teams off-season workouts.Ortons last start was Dec. 29, in a 24-22 loss to Philadelphia that ended the Cowboys chances of making the playoffs. Dallas was moving into field-goal position with 1:49 remaining, when Orton threw a game-deciding interception.Selected in the fourth round by Chicago in 2005, Orton has a 35-35 record, but has won just eight of his past 31 starts. Orton has also spent time in Denver, and appeared in four games with Kansas City before spending the past two years serving as Tony Romos backup in Dallas.Orton said hes comfortable with the Bills offence, and doesnt believe the playbook needs to be limited.He is also spending time building a rapport with offensive co-ordinator Nathaniel Hackett. The Bills stretching period wasnt yet over, when Orton got up and had a brief discussion with Hackett. The two talked again several times in between plays.Hes trying to get a feel for me a little bit, and obviously, as a quarterback, youd love to have a great feel for your co-ordinator, Orton said. Really, the last 48 hours weve been working hard together.He also spoke highly of Manuel.Ive been there, and EJs going to be a great quarterback, Orton said. Hes got a long time to grow.___AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and http://twitter.com/AP_NFL Swell Botellas De Agua . -- The Washington Redskins coaching staff distanced itself from other coaches Thursday by siding with ownership -- and not the players -- in the NFLs labour dispute. Comprar Botella Swell . 1. AMIR JOHNSON: Nice to see him back in the lineup Tuesday night in Washington DC. Played with great energy and purpose. Its amazing when a guy gets those few precious days to recover what it does to the bounce in their step and overall game/confidence. http://www.botellasswellespana.com/. -- Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew practiced in a limited capacity Friday, a positive sign he might be able to play against the Tennessee Titans. Lilly Wood Swell . Scott scored a career-high 30 points, Jeff Teague added 28 and the Hawks rallied to beat the New York Knicks 107-98 on Saturday night. "We were down Paul, down so many bodies," Scott said. Botellas Swell España . Charlottetown scored four times in the third period en route to a 5-2 win over the defending champion Halifax Mooseheads on Friday.OTTAWA - Eugene Melnyk is already predicting a return to the playoffs for the Ottawa Senators this season. The NHL teams owner said he sees no reason why this years lineup wouldnt have the capability to be one of the more competitive teams in the Eastern Conference. "I think you can pretty well predict what were going to have on the ice," Melnyk said Tuesday. "If everybody just plays to their potential I think its a great team and is going to be very competitive and will be a playoff team, but they just need to play to the level that we know that they can play." The Senators missed the playoffs last season and finished 11th in the Eastern Conference, but Melnyk is confident the Senators will finish in the top eight this year. "I think we have the potential to be in the playoffs and be competitive throughout the whole year," he said. "Once the playoffs start anything can happen. Thats the first step, lets get into the playoffs and let it run from there." There will be some significant changes to the Senators this year after the trade of Jason Spezza and the addition of David Legwand, Alex Chiasson and prospects Nicholas Paul and Alexander Guptill. Curtis Lazar, 19, will also be pushing to make the roster. "I think were going to be very, very competitive," said Melnyk. "Last year was not the kind of year we want to have this coming season. Eveeryone knows their roles and Im just hoping we stay away from injuries and were all set to go.dddddddddddd" Melnyk feels the Senators have a better schedule this season, adding he senses a renewed energy from players who are eager to put last season behind them. Ottawa dealt Spezza to the Dallas Stars last month. He was drafted by the Senators with the second overall pick in 2001 and had spent his career in the nations capital. The team has yet to name a new captain. Melnyk said he understood and accepted Spezzas request to be traded. "I spoke to him as far back as five years ago and he was already starting to talk about potentially moving and this time around he was looking for a change and I totally understand what he wanted to do," he said. Melnyk was in town to announce that the Senators and the Senators Foundation have surpassed the $100-million mark in community contributions and initiatives. "Were at the top, weve won the Stanley Cup in that area," he said of the teams charitable efforts. "I know what everybody else does, we talk about it, and they come here to see what weve done to get a sense of it. Theyre just in awe of the organization and how well we are organized. Its a machine." Melnyk capped off the afternoon with another charitable contribution as he and Senators defenceman Erik Karlsson took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness for ALS. ' ' '