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Bills Sign Receiver Labeled 'Uninspiring Choice' By Analyst
Bills Sign Receiver Labeled 'Uninspiring Choice' By Analyst originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The NFL offseason can be a strange place, and for the Buffalo Bills, the franchise was urged to sign a new weapon for Josh Allen, and they did, Los Angeles Chargers receiver Joshua Palmer. Advertisement But that wasn't good enough for some, with the need not satisfied and others wanting a genuine No. 1 weapon despite the obvious salary cap limitations. Palmer has posted at least 500+ receiving yards in his last three seasons in L.A., so he isn't exactly a mug, but for ESPN's Seth Walder, the signing of Palmer wasn't good. "Palmer is an uninspiring choice given his 1.6 yards per route run last season (and failure to ever reach 1.9 yards per route run in a season) despite playing with Justin Herbert in Los Angeles," Walder writes. "When the Bills didn't draft a wide receiver until the seventh round, GM Brandon Beane took issue with the criticism." Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (5) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the first half at SoFi Stadium.© Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Perhaps the best thing about Palmer coming to Buffalo is that he won't need to be the No. 1 guy, with Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir, along with tight end Dalton Kincaid, all part of an arsenal of weapons that helped the Bills reach the AFC Championship game last year. Advertisement Instead, Palmer will be asked to be part of the machine, not the driving force. Yes, his numbers might not be greater than they were in Los Angeles, but that doesn't mean he won't be a valued part of Joe Brady's offense. Some are writing off the signing of Palmer before he's played a snap with the defending MVP, so we'll let the cake bake on any narrative around Joshua right now. Related: Bills Tipped To Still Be 'Undisputed Heavyweights' of AFC East Related: Bills Know No. 1 Challenge Is To Finally 'Slay That Dragon' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
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11-07-2025
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Bills Dealt Harsh 'Reality' Over Roster 'Weakness'
Bills Dealt Harsh 'Reality' Over Roster 'Weakness' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. All offseason, we've heard that the Buffalo Bills' weaponry isn't enough to sustain a genuine Super Bowl challenge, despite it nearly being enough last season. Advertisement The Bills were proactive this offseason, though, signing Joshua Palmer in free agency, along with Elijah Moore and Laviska Shenault Jr., to go with Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Curtis Samuel, and tight ends Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox. Is that enough? We think so, but others don't. For ESPN's Seth Walder, he has given Buffalo a B+ grade for its offseason work, but receiver is still a big issue. "Buffalo's "big" move at receiver was signing Palmer in free agency,' Walder writes. 'The reality is that wide receiver is a weakness, but the Bills are also basically capped out -- they have almost no room in 2025 and are well over the 2026 cap -- so it was going to be tough to bring aboard a better veteran. Advertisement "Given the Bills' status as a Super Bowl contender, I don't think it was wrong to critique their decision to not select a wide receiver in the first three rounds of the draft. That means Keon Coleman, the No. 33 pick in 2024, will have to take a big step in Year 2.' Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (5) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the first half at SoFi Stadium.© Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Walder states what we have talked about for months. Yes, some want the Bills to acquire a top receiver, but there isn't the cap room to do so. Even a free agent like Keenan Allen or a reunion with Gabriel Davis is likely out of the question. Last season, Allen made it work, and it looks like he'll have to again with Joe Brady's "everybody eats" system working well. Advertisement But is it enough to get the Bills over the Super Bowl hump? It has to be, right? Related: Buffalo Coach 'Eats, Sleeps And Dreams' Bills As Super Bowl Heat Gets Turned Up Related: Bills' Massive Moves At One Position Designed To Fix Playoff Flaw This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
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10-07-2025
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Bills Sign New Addition To Give Offense 'Exactly What It Lacked'
Bills Sign New Addition To Give Offense 'Exactly What It Lacked' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Buffalo Bills' receiver room will be fascinating to watch this upcoming season, with Josh Allen and coordinator Joe Brady aiming to repeat their efforts from a year ago. Advertisement Out are Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins, and in comes Joshua Palmer and Elijah Moore to complement the weapons already on the roster. When it comes to Palmer, a solid contributor in his four years with the Los Angeles Chargers, posting at least 500 receiving yards in his last three seasons, he is expected to bring another element to the offense. And The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia thinks Palmer will bring Brady's unit exactly what it missed last season. 'Palmer is exactly what the Bills lacked in their offense last year," Buscaglia wrote. "He's a route-running technician specializing in separation and has enough speed to push down the field for deeper targets. His ability to separate could also translate into more production than people currently expect from him.' Advertisement Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (5) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos.© Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The speed and deep threat that Palmer provides will be something Allen and Brady will no doubt be looking to utilize, with Khalil Shakir in the slot and Keon Coleman on the outside but still finding his feet. With the "everybody eats" mantra pushing this offseason forward, Palmer and his ability to consistently separate from defenders and get downfield, Allen might have his deep ball back. And that is a scary thought for defenses. Of course, we are projecting here, but there's no doubt Palmer will see his fair share of targets in Brady's system and will almost definitely have more than 39 receptions (he didn't have more in each of the last two seasons) with Allen throwing him the ball. Advertisement Many think the Bills need another weapon for Allen if Buffalo is to truly contend, but Palmer might give the offense exactly what it needs to take things to the next level. Related: Bills Caution James Cook To Not 'Get Caught Off-Guard' Amid Contract Dispute Related: Bills' Young Wideout Labeled 'Best Building Block' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
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05-07-2025
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Bills' No. 1 Position Battle Key To Josh Allen's Super Bowl Hopes
Bills' No. 1 Position Battle Key To Josh Allen's Super Bowl Hopes originally appeared on Athlon Sports. All offseason, we have heard about the need for the Buffalo Bills to get Josh Allen another receiving weapon, despite last year proving Allen didn't need a No. 1 option. Advertisement A receiver-by-committee approach by Joe Brady worked well for the Bills and Allen, but some think that is what is holding them back from claiming Super Bowl glory. Mack Hollins and Amari Cooper are out, and Joshua Palmer and Elijah Moore are in, to go with Keon Coleman, Khalil Shakir, and Curtis Samuel as the genuine receivers. However, how the depth chart shakes out could be crucial in determining how far the Bills can go in 2025. For Pro Football Network, the receiver position battle is one to watch. "Khalil Shakir and Keon Coleman return as the Buffalo Bills' top two wide receivers from last season," Pro Football Network writes. "Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins are no longer on the team, leaving an opening as their WR1 going into 2025. Advertisement "Joshua Palmer figures to be the top contender, seeing as though he's making close to $10 million annually. Curtis Samuel remains part of the rotation, however, and Elijah Moore is just coming off a season with 538 receiving yards. Buffalo's wide receiver group should be the top position battle on their roster." Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (5) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the first half at SoFi Stadium.© Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images In truth, the Bills will hope Coleman takes a big jump in Year 2 to be Allen's go-to guy out wide, while Shakir continues to dominate from the slot. Palmer looms as the biggest addition, with his ability to win deep and produce consistently, meaning Moore could be seen as a bit-part player. But training camp will go a long way in deciding the makeup of the receiver room, with Laviska Shenault Jr., Kaden Prather, and Tyrell Shavers also battling it out for snaps. Advertisement Buffalo is seen as one of the Super Bowl contenders in the AFC, and the receiving weapons around Allen will be a big factor in determining how far the team can go. While it is up for debate right now, come the end of camp, Allen's top weapons should consist of Coleman, Shakir, and Palmer. Related: Bills Rookie Sexual Assault Lawsuit Could Cause NFL Major Punishment Related: Bills' Damar Hamlin Announces Plans to Write a Book This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
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26-06-2025
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Bills Mafia Hopes Josh Allen WR Can Move From 'Trash' To No. 1 Target
Bills Mafia Hopes Josh Allen WR Can Move From 'Trash' To No. 1 Target originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Buffalo Bills receiver Keon Coleman didn't have the rookie season he or the franchise envisioned, with injuries and poor form resulting in so-so output. Advertisement Keon would finish with 556 yards and four touchdowns from just 29 receptions as he struggled to find his place in Joe Brady's offense. And now, he enters Year 2, Coleman knows that he must show an uptick in performance, and he is determined to do just that. Calling his rookie season "trash," Keon will look to take his game up a level and develop into a trusted weapon for Josh answer the receiver questions too. Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman© Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images All offseason, we have heard about the "need" for Buffalo to add another weapon for Allen, despite the limited salary cap, and despite the signings of Joshua Palmer, Elijah Moore, and Laviska Shenault Jr. Advertisement But, Bills Mafia has the right to ask, what if Coleman has the type of year that makes him the No. 1 receiver? Granted, with Khalil Shakir, Curtis Samuel, and Palmer as the other weapons, Keon might find it hard to get the necessary he's more than willing to take them. A solid start to his second offseason has caught the attention of his coaching staff and Josh Allen, who have taken notice of the physical receiver using last year's "failures" as fuel to stoke his fire in 2025. Many think the Bills need another weapon for Allen, but a fully fit and confident Coleman has shown he can be a menace when given the opportunity (four rec, 125-yard game vs. Titans). Advertisement If, and this is a big if, Coleman has the type of season he wants, he might just emerge as the No. 1 receiver Buffalo has "needed" since last year. Related: 'Sinners' Hailee Steinfeld Makes Summer Plans With Josh Allen Perfectly Clear Related: Bills' Josh Allen Clarifies Stance on Controversial 'Tush Push' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
