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Keon Coleman is finally proving his critics wrong, but what happens to his role in the Buffalo Bills offense when DJ Moore returns from injury?

The Buffalo Bills enter their bye week at 5-1, and one of the biggest positive developments has been Coleman's improvement as a receiver for Josh Allen.

After two seasons filled with questions about consistency, route running, separation and preparation, Coleman is starting to show the growth Buffalo has been waiting for.

Against the Las Vegas Raiders, Coleman finished with four receptions for 59 yards and a touchdown. But his impact...

The Buffalo Bills just won their bye week without playing a single snap! The New England Patriots lost to the Chicago Bears 30-24 on Thursday Night Football, giving Josh Allen and Buffalo a massive opportunity to take control of the AFC East.

With the Bills sitting at 5-1 and New England falling to 4-3, Buffalo now holds a 1.5-game lead in the division standings.

But can the Bills take advantage when they return from their bye week against the Baltimore Ravens?

In today's Bills HIT, we break down why New England's loss could have...

The Buffalo Bills are among the NFL's highest-ranked teams heading into their bye week, but are Josh Allen and James Cook carrying a team with serious defensive problems? With the Baltimore Ravens waiting after the break, Buffalo needs answers before its Super Bowl hopes take a hit.

On today's Bills HIT, we examine the latest Locked On NFL Power Rankings, where the Buffalo Bills sit at No. 3 behind the undefeated San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs.

Despite Buffalo's impressive offensive production, there are legitimate questions about whether the Bills deserve to be ranked ahead of...

Is Jim Leonhard's defensive scheme becoming a major problem for the Buffalo Bills? Despite Buffalo's impressive 5-1 record, the Bills defense continues allowing explosive passing plays, blown coverages and costly communication mistakes.

And it's time to ask whether the problem goes beyond individual players.

Following Buffalo's 33-30 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, the Bills enter their bye week with legitimate questions about their defensive identity.

On today's Bills HIT, we examine whether Leonhard's defensive philosophy is getting the best out of Buffalo's personnel and identify three adjustments that could help turn things around...

C.J. Gardner-Johnson is becoming a serious problem for the Buffalo Bills! After being ejected against the Las Vegas Raiders and receiving a one-game NFL suspension, questions are growing about whether the veteran safety deserves to remain a starter in Jim Leonhard's defense.

The Buffalo Bills are 5-1, but their secondary continues to struggle with missed tackles, coverage breakdowns and communication problems.

And Gardner-Johnson's latest disciplinary issue only makes things more complicated.

On today's Bills HIT, we break down Gardner-Johnson's suspension, his disappointing defensive performance and the difficult decision facing head coach Joe Brady.<...

Micah Hyde is sounding the alarm about the Buffalo Bills defense! The former Bills safety believes communication is a major problem in Buffalo's secondary, and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard has some difficult decisions to make during the bye week.

The Buffalo Bills are 5-1 following their 33-30 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, but their defensive struggles continue to raise concerns about the team's Super Bowl aspirations.

On today's Bills HIT, we break down Hyde's comments from his appearance on Eric Wood's Centered on Buffalo podcast and explain why Buffalo's defensive problems could become even more...

Tre'Davious White is BACK with the Buffalo Bills! But does the former All-Pro cornerback's return mean Buffalo is losing confidence in former first-round pick Maxwell Hairston?

The Bills have signed White to their practice squad with the expectation that he will eventually join the active roster. According to Adam Schefter, White turned down multiple opportunities elsewhere to return to Buffalo.

On today's Bills HIT, we break down what White's return means for Jim Leonhard's defense, the Bills' struggling secondary and Hairston's future in Buffalo.

The Bills enter their bye week with a 5-1 record...

The Buffalo Bills have a major injury decision to make before Sunday's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. With DJ Moore and Ed Oliver missing practice, should Buffalo rest both players until after the bye week? The latest Buffalo Bills injury report brings encouraging news for starting right tackle Spencer Brown, who returned to full participation Thursday after suffering a back injury during Monday Night Football. That's a significant development for Josh Allen, James Cook and an offensive line that has remained remarkably consistent this season. But several other players are still dealing with injuries. Dee Alford remains limited...

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is on pace for another historic NFL season, but his recent fumbling issues have sparked questions about whether Joe Brady should reduce his playing time. That could be a massive mistake for Buffalo's offense. Cook has been one of the NFL's most explosive running backs, and despite concerns about ball security, the Bills cannot afford to take their biggest rushing weapon off the field. After rushing for more than 1,600 yards while averaging 5.2 yards per carry last season, Cook is currently on pace to surpass 1,800 rushing yards in 2026 while averaging 5.6 yards per attempt. Those...

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is working to correct mechanical issues with his throwing motion, but Buffalo's defensive struggles could be an even bigger concern heading into the bye week. Despite their 4-1 record, the Bills have several problems that need immediate attention before facing tougher competition in the AFC. Allen recently acknowledged that he's been dealing with inconsistencies in his throwing mechanics. Rather than waiting until the bye week, the reigning MVP is already working with quarterback specialist Chris Hess to address those issues. Could a small adjustment to his arm slot help Josh Allen return to his...

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has admitted he's working through mechanical issues with his throwing motion, but that hasn't stopped him from delivering another incredible performance and making NFL history. Following Buffalo's dramatic overtime victory against the Los Angeles Rams, Allen revealed that he stopped overthinking his mechanics in the second half and decided to simply let the football fly. The results were impressive. Allen completed all five of his fourth-quarter passes for 112 yards, helping the Bills force overtime and eventually escape Los Angeles with a victory. Despite completing just 12 of 19 passes for 210 yards, Allen continued making plays with...

Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson deserves a bigger role in Joe Brady's offense after delivering an impressive performance against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football. With DJ Moore unavailable, Johnson stepped up as one of Josh Allen's most reliable receiving options, recording four receptions for a team-high 72 receiving yards in Buffalo's dramatic overtime victory. But should the Bills start giving Johnson even more opportunities? Johnson continues to prove why he's one of Buffalo's most underrated offensive weapons, providing reliable pass protection, strong receiving ability and valuable production on third downs. Josh Allen praised Johnson after the...

Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass delivered when it mattered most, hitting the game-winning field goal in overtime against the Los Angeles Rams and helping Buffalo escape SoFi Stadium with a dramatic victory. But Bass wasn't the only special teams player who stepped up for the Bills. Ray Davis opened Monday Night Football with a massive kickoff return, giving Buffalo its longest opening kickoff return since Nyheim Hines' memorable touchdown against the New England Patriots during the 2022 season. Davis also contributed offensively, continuing to establish his role in Joe Brady's offense. Meanwhile, Greg Dortch has provided stability in the punt...

Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady has issued a serious warning to James Cook following another costly fumble, making it clear that the star running back could lose carries if his ball security doesn't improve. But would taking touches away from one of the NFL's best running backs actually help Buffalo? Cook has recorded 11 fumbles since the beginning of the 2025 season, nearly double the total of any other NFL running back during that stretch. Despite leading the NFL in rushing last season, Cook's continued struggles protecting the football have become a legitimate concern for the Bills. Following Buffalo's dramatic...

Buffalo Bills rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell is finally getting his NFL opportunity against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, and his role could be much bigger than expected. With Joshua Palmer ruled out due to a shoulder injury, Bills head coach Joe Brady confirmed that Bell will make his regular-season debut. But this might be more than simply replacing an injured receiver. Reports and practice observations suggest Bell has been getting opportunities in packages normally associated with DJ Moore, raising questions about how Buffalo plans to use the rookie against Los Angeles. Could Bell become the...

Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard just delivered a strong message to rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston following the loss to the New England Patriots. Effort matters, and Leonhard isn't making excuses for one of Buffalo's youngest defenders. After Hairston's questionable effort on a late completion to Hunter Henry, Leonhard was asked directly whether the rookie gave enough effort on the play. His answer was simple. "No, I think that's clear." For a first-round pick trying to establish himself in the NFL, that's a significant public challenge from his defensive coordinator. Hairston later addressed the media after declining to speak...

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has a perfect opportunity to bounce back against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, and his incredible history at SoFi Stadium suggests Buffalo could be in for a big performance. After a difficult two-game stretch against the Los Angeles Chargers and New England Patriots, Allen is looking to return to the MVP-level football that made him an early-season favorite. And there's one reason Bills fans should feel confident. In three career games at SoFi Stadium, Josh Allen has recorded 1,029 total yards, 13 total touchdowns, just three turnovers and nearly a 72% completion percentage. He's...

Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady needs to make two major offensive adjustments before Monday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams. James Cook and Dalton Kincaid are not getting enough opportunities, and it's becoming a serious problem for Josh Allen and the Bills offense. James Cook is one of the NFL's most explosive running backs, leading the league with 15 runs of at least 10 yards through four games. Yet Cook received just 12 carries against the New England Patriots, despite rushing for 75 yards and a touchdown. Buffalo's offensive line is doing its job, too. The Bills lead the NFL with 2.66...

The Buffalo Bills need help in their secondary, and a potential trade involving running back Ray Davis and Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon could give Buffalo an opportunity to address one of its biggest defensive concerns. With Joe Brady taking over as head coach, Davis has seen his role in the Bills offense shrink dramatically. After recording 113 carries in 2024 and 58 last season, Davis has just two carries for six yards through Buffalo's first four games. Is it time for Brandon Beane to consider moving the young running back? Bills reporter Ryan Talbot recently discussed a potential one-for-one trade...

Josh Allen knows he made a costly mistake in the Buffalo Bills' loss to the New England Patriots. Now Buffalo needs its franchise quarterback to respond against the Los Angeles Rams. Allen admitted after the game that he wanted the critical interception back. Instead of throwing the football away, Allen reverted to the type of hero ball that occasionally plagued him earlier in his career. Joe Brady took responsibility for the play call, but sometimes the quarterback simply has to make a better decision. And Allen knows that. The bigger concern is that Buffalo's offense has now struggled in...

Skyler Bell deserves an opportunity when the Buffalo Bills face the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, especially with DJ Moore's health remaining a concern. There are multiple ways Buffalo could get Bell into the lineup. The first is protecting Moore. He's already dealt with injuries twice this season, and Buffalo needs its No. 1 receiver healthy for the most important portion of the schedule. Keon Coleman has stepped up without him, but imagine Coleman producing alongside a completely healthy Moore. Joshua Palmer's production also creates an opening. Palmer has just three receptions on nine targets this season despite...

The Buffalo Bills suffered their first loss of the season, falling 29-26 to the New England Patriots in the first AFC East matchup at the new Highmark Stadium. This one got away from Buffalo. New England entered the game without Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore, yet the Bills couldn't capitalize. Instead, Drake Maye and the Patriots produced 405 yards of offense and exposed some major concerns with Jim Leonhard's defense. Josh Allen wasn't at his best either. Allen finished with 253 passing yards, one touchdown and an interception while New England found ways to limit his impact as a runner. The...

The Buffalo Bills are 3-0 entering Sunday's AFC East matchup against the New England Patriots, but Buffalo's secondary could be one of the biggest keys to avoiding an upset. Drake Maye hasn't started the season the way New England hoped. That doesn't mean Buffalo can take him lightly. Bills fans saw two very different versions of Maye against Buffalo last season, and eventually the Patriots quarterback is going to have a game where things start clicking again. Buffalo can't let that happen Sunday. Jim Leonhard's defense has shown progress through the first three games, but the secondary remains one...

Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady just delivered an important message about Josh Allen and this 3-0 team entering Sunday's AFC East matchup against the New England Patriots. Don't get comfortable. Buffalo turned the football over five times against the Chargers and still escaped with a win. Brady doesn't want the undefeated record, the standings or even facing a division rival to change how the Bills approach their preparation. But his comments about Allen might matter even more. Brady admitted he'd love to see Allen take fewer hits and acknowledged that his own play calling has to help protect...

The Buffalo Bills are 3-0 entering their AFC East matchup against the New England Patriots, but one problem could give Drake Maye and the Patriots exactly the opportunity they need. Buffalo has to stop putting the football in danger. The Bills have fumbled on their opening possession in all three games this season, recovering two of them. Against the Chargers, things became even worse when Buffalo committed five turnovers and still somehow escaped with a 24-16 victory. James Cook fumbled on his first carry before bouncing back with more than 150 rushing yards. Buffalo survived those mistakes. That doesn't mean...

The Buffalo Bills have a matchup they should feel very good about against the New England Patriots, and it starts with Greg Rousseau getting after Drake Maye. Rousseau has been dominant through three games. Six sacks. Two sacks in every game. And Buffalo is undefeated in Rousseau's career when he records at least two sacks in a game. Now he gets a fascinating matchup against a Patriots offense searching for answers. New England's offensive tackles have actually played well. Will Campbell and Morgan Moses have combined to allow just one sack this season. The bigger opportunity for Buffalo could...

The Buffalo Bills face the New England Patriots on Sunday, and one of the biggest questions is which version of Drake Maye will show up against Buffalo's defense. Maye's recent numbers are ugly. Since the start of the 2025 playoffs, the Patriots quarterback has thrown eight interceptions and fumbled eight times over a seven-game stretch. The fumbles might be even more concerning than the interceptions. But does that mean Maye is finished? Probably not. Young quarterbacks struggle. Josh Allen certainly had rough stretches early in his career. The bigger question for Buffalo is whether this is the week Maye finally...

Josh Allen and Greg Rousseau aren't just leading the Buffalo Bills to a 3-0 start. Both are already making franchise and NFL history through the first three games of the season. Start with Rousseau. Groot has been dominant in Jim Leonhard's new defensive system, recording six sacks through three games. He has exactly two sacks in every game, becoming the first Bills player ever to begin a season with three consecutive two-sack performances. That puts Rousseau alongside some serious Buffalo history. Bruce Smith and Bryce Paup are the only other Bills players to record three straight games with multiple...

The Buffalo Bills somehow survived FIVE turnovers and still beat the Los Angeles Chargers, 24-16, to remain undefeated. But Josh Allen's message afterward might be the biggest takeaway from Buffalo's wild win. "We win, but there are a lot of smoke detectors going off right now." That's exactly what Buffalo needed. The Bills made mistake after mistake and still found a way to win. For a team adjusting to a rookie head coach, new coordinators and significant defensive changes, Sunday's adversity gave Buffalo an early opportunity to learn what happens when everything doesn't go according to plan. And several...

Buffalo Bills defensive back Jordan Hancock has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury, while Greg Dortch has officially been signed to Buffalo’s 53-man roster. Hancock’s loss creates immediate questions for both the Bills secondary and special teams. He had become an important role player, and Buffalo now needs to determine how those snaps will be replaced. Dortch appears to provide at least part of the answer. Buffalo signed him from the practice squad to the active roster, potentially solidifying its return specialist while Hancock is unavailable.   Bills_DOUBLEHIT_925b But the move also creates an in...

YouTube Description Buffalo Bills injuries to Keon Coleman and DJ Moore could create a major opportunity for Skyler Bell against the Los Angeles Chargers, while Buffalo’s defensive line gets a favorable matchup against an injury-hit Chargers offensive line. Buffalo has officially ruled out Jordan Hancock with a hamstring injury and T.J. Sanders with an illness. Coleman and Moore are both questionable after returning to limited practice Friday, but their situations appear different. Coleman looked to be moving well during Friday’s practice, creating some optimism that he could play Sunday. Moore has spent time in a red non...

Buffalo Bills injuries to DJ Moore and Keon Coleman could open the door for rookie WR Skyler Bell against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 3.

Coleman did not participate in practice Wednesday or Thursday, while Moore went from limited Wednesday to not participating Thursday. That creates major questions about Josh Allen’s wide receiver group and who could be active Sunday.

Skyler Bell has been on Buffalo’s active roster but inactive for the first two games. With Moore and Coleman dealing with injuries, Week 3 could provide the rookie his first meaningful regular-season opportunity.

The...

The Buffalo Bills are 2-0. The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-2. Buffalo has had extra time to prepare, and the Chargers are dealing with injuries and a difficult start to the season. So why does this Week 3 matchup still feel like a potential trap game?

On this episode of Locked On Bills HIT, Christian Rauh explains why he is cautious about overlooking Justin Herbert and Jim Harbaugh, even with the Bills playing well and Los Angeles searching for its first win.

The Chargers opened the season with losses to the Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders...

Dalton Kincaid is rewriting the Buffalo Bills record books, racking up 225 receiving yards in just two games and closing in on the franchise's single-season receiving mark for tight ends. After battling through a torn PCL last season, Kincaid now leads a formidable receiving corps alongside DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir, posing matchup nightmares for opposing defenses.

Josh Allen's MVP form is bolstered by Kincaid's breakout, DJ Moore's emergence, and the game-changing presence of NFL rushing leader James Cook. With continuity on the offensive line and consistent playmakers like Keon Coleman stepping up, can this high-octane Bills offense top...

The Buffalo Bills have received encouraging news about DJ Moore’s shoulder injury after their 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions. According to the report discussed on today’s Bills HIT, Moore’s injury is not considered serious, and he is day to day. He has a chance to play against the Los Angeles Chargers, although his availability is not guaranteed.

Christian Rauh breaks down what the update means for Buffalo’s offense and why the 10-day break between games could help Moore recover.

But the biggest takeaway from Thursday night might be how the Bills’ other pass...

Josh Allen delivered FIVE touchdowns as the Buffalo Bills beat the Detroit Lions 41-31 in the first regular-season game at New Highmark Stadium! Buffalo is 2-0, but the win also brought a new injury concern for DJ Moore.

On this postgame Bills HIT, Christian Rauh breaks down Allen’s huge night: 248 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, 69 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. James Cook added 135 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Dalton Kincaid led Buffalo’s receivers with seven catches for 95 yards and a score.

The biggest offensive concern is Moore, who left the game with a sh...

Ed Oliver is OUT for the Buffalo Bills’ Week 2 matchup against the Detroit Lions after injuring his hip during pregame warmups. With T.J. Sanders also inactive, Buffalo’s defensive line faces an unexpected challenge in the first regular-season game at New Highmark Stadium.

On today’s Bills HIT, Christian Rauh breaks down the official inactive list and what Oliver’s absence means for defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard.

Oliver played 65 defensive snaps against the Houston Texans in Week 1, the most of any Bills defensive lineman. Now Deone Walker, DeWayne Carter and Greg Gaines may need to take on...

The Buffalo Bills are about to make history! Josh Allen and the Bills host the Detroit Lions on Thursday Night Football in the first official regular-season game at the brand-new Highmark Stadium.

On today's Bills HIT, Christian Rauh reflects on what this moment means for Bills Mafia and delivers his Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions score prediction, along with his picks for who will score the first official touchdown in the new stadium.

After decades of memories at the old stadium, Buffalo begins a new chapter with a new head coach, a different offensive identity and...

One of the Buffalo Bills' biggest question marks entering the season may already look a lot less concerning.

Special teams.

Greg Dortch was elevated for Week 1 and gave Buffalo exactly what it needed in the return game. The punt-return numbers weren't spectacular, but he was secure with the football and consistently gave Josh Allen's offense possession without creating unnecessary drama.

Ray Davis also flashed in the kick-return game as Buffalo finished with 133 yards on five returns.

Then there's Tyler Bass.

After all the questions surrounding Buffalo's kicking situation, Bass opened...

Greg Rousseau had some questions to answer entering the Buffalo Bills' new defensive era.

After one game under Jim Leonhard?

He looks just fine.

Rousseau recorded two sacks in Buffalo's 36-31 win over Houston and looked extremely comfortable operating in his new role. It was his sixth career multi-sack game — and Buffalo is now 6-0 when Rousseau gets at least two sacks.

But the Bills defense wasn't perfect.

Far from it.

Houston scored 31 points and tested Buffalo throughout the afternoon, particularly when C.J. Stroud had enough time to...