12 biggest winners and losers
Democrat and Chronicle • • sports
Key Points:
- The Buffalo Bills finalized their initial 53-man roster with notable surprises, including safety Damar Hamlin beating out offseason addition Geno Stone and rookie Greg Gaines securing a spot shortly after joining the team.
- Wide receiver Skyler Bell impressed in limited preseason action, leading the Bills to keep only five receivers and releasing several veterans like Trent Sherfield, Mecole Hardman, and Dante Pettis.
- Quarterback Kyle Allen solidified his backup role behind Josh Allen with strong preseason performances, ending the competition with Shane Buechele.
- Several players, including undrafted rookies and fullbacks, were cut from the roster, with the Bills notably entering the season without a fullback on the initial 53-man roster.
- The Bills maintained a strong defensive front by keeping 12 active roster spots devoted to defensive linemen and outside linebackers, emphasizing depth despite some injuries and suspensions.
