Bills 53-man roster projection: Who’s in and who’s out as training camp begins?

Bills 53-man roster projection: Who’s in and who’s out as training camp begins?

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Key Points:

  • The Buffalo Bills began their 2026 training camp with significant changes including a new head coach, new defensive coordinator, and a refreshed defensive roster, as they prepare for tough final roster decisions.
  • The projected 53-man roster features Josh Allen and Kyle Allen as quarterbacks, a running back group led by James Cook, and a wide receiver corps including DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir, with several veterans and rookies competing for spots.
  • Key roster battles are expected on the offensive line, where the team prefers to keep 10 players but has 11 candidates, and on defense with uncertainties around players recovering from injuries and new scheme fits.
  • The Bills' special teams are undergoing a notable competition at punter, with rookie Tommy Doman challenging incumbent Mitch Wishnowsky, potentially influenced by salary considerations.
  • Several cuts and potential trades are anticipated across positions, including backup quarterback Shane Buechele, fullback Ben VanSumeren, and offensive lineman Chase Lundt, as the team finalizes its roster ahead of the season.

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