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Dalton Kincaid Dalton Kincaid Another limited practice Thu, Jan 1, 2026, 2:24 PM Kincaid (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday. Analysis: As did fellow TE Dawson Knox (knee), which gives the duo one more chance to work fully before the Bills assign injury designations ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets. Kincaid was inactive in Week 17, and giving that he's still limited by his knee issue, it's plausible that the Bills could elect to err on the side of caution with him this weekend, will the NFL postseason looming.
Dawson Knox Dawson Knox Limited in practice again Thu, Jan 1, 2026, 2:16 PM Knox (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. Analysis: Knox and fellow tight end Dalton Kincaid (knee) have both been listed as limited on back-to-back practice reports, though Buffalo held a walk-through session Wednesday. During Buffalo's loss to the Eagles in Week 17, Knox managed to play through his lingering knee injury while Kincaid was kept inactive. Both TEs will have one more chance to upgrade to full reps Friday, in advance of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets.
Josh Allen Josh Allen Not seen at practice Thursday Thu, Jan 1, 2026, 12:25 PM Allen (foot) wasn't spotted at Thursday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports. Analysis: Allen was deemed a non-participant in Wednesday's walk-though, with the QB's absence a day later setting the stage for Friday's injury report to add further context in terms of his status for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets. As Week 18 approaches, the Bills are currently the No. 7 playoff seed in the AFC, though either the No. 5 or No. 6 seed are in play for the team. It remains to be seen though how Buffalo's coaching staff plans proceed with Allen this weekend, as he continues to manage a foot issue, with head coach Sean McDermott thus far not tipping his hand regarding who will or won't be playing this weekend.
Dalton Kincaid Dalton Kincaid Limited in practice Wed, Dec 31, 2025, 1:50 PM Kincaid (knee) was officially listed as a limited practice participant in Wednesday's walk-through. Analysis: Kincaid missed Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles after managing just one limited practice last week. It looks like he'll do more this week, but the Bills may lean toward caution now that they're locked into a wild-card spot.
Dawson Knox Dawson Knox Limited listing on tap Wed, Dec 31, 2025, 11:33 AM Knox (knee) will be listed as limited in Wednesday's walk-through, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. Analysis: As will Dalton Kincaid (knee), with both tight ends now having two more chances to upgrade to full participation before the Bills post their Week 18 injury designations Friday. It remains to be seen how the team plans to proceed with its banged up players as Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets approaches, with Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com noting Wednesday that at this stage coach Sean McDermott hasn't provided any updates on who will or won't be playing this weekend.
Dalton Kincaid Dalton Kincaid To be limited in walk-through Wed, Dec 31, 2025, 11:24 AM Kincaid (knee) will be listed as limited in Wednesday's walk-through, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. Analysis: The same goes for fellow TE Dawson Knox (knee). Kincaid was inactive for the Bills' 13-12 loss to the Eagles in Week 17, and at this stage it's plausible that the team could elect to err on the side of caution with their top tight end in Week 18, with Kincaid still managing his knee issue ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets. Per Alec White of the team's official site, the Bills are currently the No. 7 playoff seed in the AFC and are still in play to be the No. 5 or No. 6 seed depending on how things transpire this weekend.
Josh Allen Josh Allen Won't participate in walk-through Wed, Dec 31, 2025, 11:14 AM Coach Sean McDermott noted Wednesday that it looks like Allen (foot) is "moving in the right direction" as Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jets approaches, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. Analysis: That said, Allen won't participate in Wednesday's walk-through. Per Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com, McDermott didn't provide any updates on who will or won't be playing Sunday. According to Alec White of the team's official site, as Week 18 action approaches, the Bills are currently the No. 7 playoff seed in the AFC and are still in play to be the No. 5 or No. 6 seed depending on how things shake out this weekend.
Gabe Davis Gabe Davis Blanks in Week 17 Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 11:49 AM Davis failed to catch his lone target while playing 28 of the Bills' 73 offensive snaps during Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: The 26-year-old wideout was inactive in each of the Bills' last two games prior to Sunday's loss. Since signing with Buffalo in early September, Davis has appeared in five games and caught seven of 11 targets for 88 yards. He's expected to remain a depth option in the Bills' receiving corps in the Week 18 matchup against the Jets.
Tyrell Shavers Tyrell Shavers Two catches in Week 17 Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 11:45 AM Shavers caught two of three targets for 36 yards during Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: The 26-year-old played the second-most snaps (42) of any Buffalo wideout during Sunday's loss, trailing just Khalil Shakir (56 snaps). Shavers also finished with the second-most receiving yards on the team, eclipsing 30 yards for the first time since the Week 11 win over the Buccaneers. Expect the San Diego State product to remain one of the Bills' top receiving options in the Week 18 matchup against the Jets.
Ray Davis Ray Davis Two touches vs. Philly Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 11:37 AM Davis caught his lone target for 12 yards and rushed once for four yards during Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. He added 84 kick-return yards on three attempts. Analysis: Davis played nine offensive snaps during Sunday's loss and received a carry for the second consecutive game. The second-year pro from Kentucky has now rushed 37 times for 124 yards and caught eight of 11 targets for 63 yards and a touchdown through 16 games this season. He's been one of the NFL's most dynamic kick returners, averaging 30.7 yards per return and totaling 921 yards on the year. Expect Davis to remain a depth option in the Bills' backfield while contributing on special teams in the Week 18 matchup against the Jets, though he could see extra action if the Bills decide to ease back on starters like James Cook now that the AFC East title is out of reach for the playoff-bound Bills.
Joshua Palmer Joshua Palmer One catch in loss to Philly Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 11:00 AM Palmer caught one of two targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Palmer has exactly one catch in three straight games, totaling 30 scoreless yards. He's way off the fantasy map headed into Week 18 against the Jets and figures to continue playing rotational snaps in Buffalo's hodgepodge receiver corps during the postseason.
Josh Allen Josh Allen Postgame X-rays negative Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 8:40 AM Allen (foot) underwent X-rays after Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles and received negative results, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. Analysis: Allen began Week 17 as a limited participant at practice due to soreness in his right foot, but he upgraded to full reps by Friday and played the entire game Sunday. It's possible that Allen's postgame X-rays were merely precautionary, rather than indicative of a setback. With the Bills already locked into a wild-card spot but having no chance of catching the Patriots for the AFC East title, the star signal-caller could be shut down for the regular-season finale against the Jets in Week 18.
Dawson Knox Dawson Knox Nabs five receptions in spot-start Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 9:40 PM Knox (knee) hauled in all five of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Knox got the start in place of Dalton Kincaid (knee) after barely practicing this week while dealing with a knee injury of his own. The veteran backup showed no visible limitations once the game kicked off, finishing the narrow loss with his second-highest reception and target totals through 16 appearances this season. Knox would have had an even bigger day had his touchdown grab in the fourth quarter not been overturned by replay review. Kincaid's Week 18 status is still uncertain, but Knox has been able to provide deep-league value down the stretch even in games the former has been active in.
Khalil Shakir Khalil Shakir Solid PPR effort against PHI Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 9:10 PM Shakir finished with six receptions on seven targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Shakir led all Buffalo receivers in targets and receptions Sunday, but a lack of explosive plays resulted in the wideout finishing third on the team in yardage. Veteran teammate Brandin Cooks (4-101-0) surprisingly finished as the team's leading receiver while WR Keon Coleman remained a healthy scratch for the second straight game. Shakir has provided value in PPR formats with 72 receptions through 16 starts, but his 719 receiving yards and four touchdowns leave much to be desired as a starting option in standard fantasy leagues.
Brandin Cooks Brandin Cooks Breaks out for 101 yards in Week 17 Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 9:02 PM Cooks corralled four of six targets for 101 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Cooks broke out in a big way after being held to one catch on five targets over his first four appearances with the Bills. The veteran wideout tallied his first 100-yard game since he was a member of the Texans back in 2021. Cooks finished only behind WR Khalil Shakir (6-35-0) for Buffalo in terms of targets and receptions in a game that starting TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) missed and WR Keon Coleman was a healthy scratch for. The 31-year-old Cooks' strong game may have helped solidify a role on offense for him as the Bills prepare to embark on a playoff run. If that scenario holds true, then fantasy managers in deeper formats could benefit from rolling out Cooks against the Jets in Week 18.
Ty Johnson Ty Johnson Garners eight touches in Week 17 Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 8:15 PM Johnson rushed five times for 15 yards and caught three of four targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Johnson was able to tote the rock a season-high five times while corralling multiple passes for the eighth time in nine games. The running back has proven to be a reliable pass-catcher for Buffalo, but unless he reaches the end zone, he doesn't have much fantasy utility in shallow leagues.
James Cook James Cook Held in check by PHI Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 7:38 PM Cook took 20 carries for 74 yards and had one reception on four targets for three yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to Philadelphia. Analysis: Cook reached the 20-carry mark for the sixth time this season, but unlike the previous five occurrences, he failed to hit the century mark in rushing yards against the Eagles. It was also just the fourth time in 2025 that the star running back was held below 4.0 yards per carry. While the Georgia product isn't known for his work as a receiver, finishing with more targets (four) than receiving yards (three) certainly feels like a letdown. It has been an incredible overall campaign from Cook so far through 16 starts (307-1,606-12), so he will look to finish the regular season on a high note in a soft matchup against the Jets in Week 18.
Josh Allen Josh Allen Late comeback attempt falls short Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 7:21 PM Allen completed 23 of 35 pass attempts for 262 yards while rushing seven times for 27 yards and two touchdowns with one fumble lost in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Eagles. Analysis: Philadelphia's staunch defense held Buffalo's offense scoreless through three quarters before Allen put the team on his back and punched in a pair of late scores to give his team life. A blocked PAT after the first touchdown created a tough decision for head coach Sean McDermott on the ensuing point-after scenario with the game and AFC East division title hopes on the line. The Bills declined the opportunity to send the game to overtime, instead opting to go for two following Allen's second trip to the end zone. There wasn't enough magic left in the normally clutch superstar's tank when his final pass of the game sailed out of the reach of WR Khalil Shakir as the Eagles took the field to celebrate the narrow win. Allen performed well on an individual level despite playing through a minor foot injury Sunday. The 29-year-old threw for his most yards since Week 11 while posting multiple rushing scores for the fifth time this season. The loss drops Buffalo down to the AFC's seventh seed as the team prepares to finish the regular season against the Jets in Week 18.
Gabe Davis Gabe Davis Active against Philadelphia Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 2:11 PM Davis is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Eagles. Analysis: With Keon Coleman inactive, Buffalo's Week 17 WR corps will be comprised of Davis, Khalil Shakir, Joshua Palmer, Tyrell Shavers and Brandin Cooks. In four games thus far this season, Davis has caught seven of his 10 targets for 88 yards.
Dawson Knox Dawson Knox Listed as active vs. Eagles Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 2:08 PM Knox (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Eagles. Analysis: Knox was deemed a non-participant at practice Wednesday and Thursday, before being listed limited Friday and questionable for Sunday. With Dalton Kincaid (knee) inactive, Knox is in a position to lead Buffalo's Week 17 TE corps, with Jackson Hawes and Keleki Latu available to mix in. Knox thus represents a possible pivot option for those who would normally rely on Kincaid in their fantasy lineups.