Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott revealed that 21-year-old talent will miss Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts due to a wrist injury he suffered during the team’s Week 9 victory over the Miami Dolphins. This injury raises concerns about the depth of the Bills’ receiving corps, as he had been showing strong promise this season. However, McDermott remains hopeful that he won’t need to be placed on injured reserve, which would sideline him for at least four weeks. With a bye week coming up in Week 12, there’s a possibility that he could return before that.
While McDermott acknowledged that his recovery could take more than a week, he refrained from specifying a return date, describing the injury as requiring multiple weeks to heal with no clear timeline. His absence will likely require the Bills to adjust their passing game, especially with the critical Week 11 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs ahead. McDermott’s comments suggest they are optimistic about having him back on the field soon.
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In addition to Keon Coleman’s absence, wide receiver Amari Cooper is also dealing with a wrist injury that sidelined him for last week’s game. His availability for Sunday’s matchup remains uncertain, as he continues to manage pain, which has been the main hurdle to his recovery. Cooper’s status will likely be a game-time decision, adding more uncertainty to the team’s lineup and potentially requiring the Bills to make adjustments to their offensive strategy.
The Bills’ receiving corps is further strained by injuries to Curtis Samuel and Mack Hollins, who have both been limited in practice due to pectoral and shoulder issues, respectively. With these injuries mounting, the team’s depth at wide receiver is being tested, and McDermott and his coaching staff will need to be adaptable in their game plan to ensure the offense remains effective against the Colts, even with several key players not at full health.
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