Buffalo Bills face dual setback against Eagles
The Buffalo Bills will head into their Week 17 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles without two key pass-catchers, a situation that carries both unfortunate injury concerns and strategic decisions. Tight end Dalton Kincaid will miss the game due to a knee issue, while wide receiver Keon Coleman finds himself on the sidelines for the second consecutive week as a healthy scratch.
Kincaid’s injury raises concerns
Dalton Kincaid, a highly-touted draft pick, was deemed questionable on the final injury report leading up to the game. His knee issue has been a lingering problem, and his absence will undoubtedly impact the Bills’ offensive strategy. Kincaid’s ability to stretch the field and create mismatches in the secondary has been a vital asset to quarterback Josh Allen, making his injury a significant blow to the team’s passing attack.
Coleman’s continued absence surprises
On the other hand, Keon Coleman’s exclusion from the active roster raises eyebrows. The rookie wide receiver has yet to see live action this season, and being a healthy scratch for two weeks in a row hints at coaching decisions rather than performance-related issues. The Bills are opting to go in a different direction, which may point to a tactical shift or a confidence level that has yet to be established with Coleman.
Additional inactives complicate game plan
In addition to Kincaid and Coleman, the Bills will also be without several key players due to injury. Kicker Matt Prater, defensive tackle DaQuan Jones, safety Jordan Poyer, and defensive tackle Jordan Phillips are all sidelined, further complicating the team’s game plan against a formidable Eagles squad. Offensive tackle Tylan Grable completes the list of inactives as a healthy scratch.
As the Bills prepare for the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff on December 28, the absence of these key players will challenge their depth and strategic execution on the field. Coach Sean McDermott will have to navigate these challenges carefully to keep pace with an Eagles team that has been formidable this season.
