Tyrell Shavers ACL tear: Bills receiver played through injury

Tyrell Shavers ACL tear: Bills receiver played through injury

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Key Points:

  • Buffalo Bills wide receiver Tyrell Shavers tore his left ACL during the Wild Card playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars and will miss the remainder of the season.
  • Despite the injury, Shavers returned to play 22 offensive snaps in the second half, showcasing remarkable toughness and commitment, according to coach Sean McDermott.
  • Shavers, an undrafted free agent signed in 2023, had emerged as a key contributor, playing 39% of offensive snaps and starting nine games this season.
  • The Bills are facing significant wide receiver injuries, with Gabe Davis also out for the season due to a torn ACL and Josh Palmer on injured reserve, placing greater pressure on remaining receivers like Keon Coleman.
  • Buffalo has activated veteran Curtis Samuel's