Do you know why vehicles continually increase in size? The federal CAFE standards are based on the length and wheel track of a vehicle. Larger vehicles have less aggressive fuel economy requirements. So rather than make vehicles more fuel efficient, it's easier to just make them bigger.
I seriously think it might be as simple as trying a new curve on his stick. Last two years he was one of the best danglers in the league, but right now he's lost it. I also notice that in situations where he used to assertively drive into the zone, he's hesitating or peeling off towards the boards. I suspect he's dealing with an injury that doesn't keep him out of the lineup but hampers his skating.
and its got the Sabres no where
That's the age-old argument of if the team sucks, blame the best player. That makes no sense. A lot of people said the Sabres didn't win because of Eichel. They trade Eichel and he wins the Cup. Hmm. Guess it wasn't Eichel.
Jeff Skinner is not the reason for the Sabres' lack of success. He's not a perfect player but he produces points, which every team needs.