Bills Sign QB Vince Young

The fascinating off-season that has already featured the signings of defensive stars Mario Williams and Mark Anderson just got a lot more interesting as the Buffalo Bills announced Friday afternoon that they have signed former Titans and Eagles quarterback Vince Young to a one year contract.

Young, who spent last season as the backup in Philadelphia to Michael Vick visited with and worked out for the Bills last week.  Wide receiver David Nelson told reporters at a local charity event that he thought Young looked good and was in good shape.  Earlier this week, Young's agent said that Buffalo was "still an option" and they definitely were.

Vince Young over his 6 year career has compiled a total quarterback rating of 74.4 to go along with 46 touchdowns and a 57.1% completion percentage.  He has never been know for dazzling passing statistics rather his 31-19 record and his ability to run and move out of the pocket has been his trademark.

The Bills will play Young two million dollars for his base contract with another one million in additional possible playing bonuses.

This move definitely brings national attention to the team if it wasn't there already from the off season they have had.  It also will bring heat to starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick who will hear the Vince Young chants in Ralph Wilson Stadium if he or the team struggle this season.  The heat and competition can prove however to be a good thing for Fitzpatrick and the Bills as he and they will be forced to step their game up to avoid a quarterback controversy.

Regardless of his stats and baggage he brings, the luxury of having Vince Young as a backup option for an injury is something no one can complain with.