In a tumultuous offseason full of roster battles and injuries, the Buffalo Bills are facing a critical decision as they must trim their roster down to 53 players by Tuesday. With preseason standouts vying for the final few spots on the team, general manager Brandon Beane and head coach Sean McDermott have their work cut out for them ahead of the 2024 NFL season.
The Bills made their first round of cuts on Sunday, with linebacker Deion Jones being the most notable name to be released. Signed as a potential reserve linebacker in free agency, Jones failed to impress and now the team must make additional cuts before the deadline on Tuesday.
As speculation swirls around who will make the final roster, projections have been circulating throughout the offseason. This is the fourth iteration of the Bills’ roster forecast, showcasing the evolution of the team’s lineup over the course of training camp and preseason games.
With the regular season opener against the Arizona Cardinals fast approaching, the Bills are dealing with some uncertainties at key positions. Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky is racing against the clock to recover from a knee injury in time for Week 1. Although he struggled throughout the summer, the Bills may opt to keep him as the backup behind Josh Allen, barring any last-minute acquisitions from the free agent market.
Meanwhile, the running back room has seen some stability with rookie Davis emerging as a promising prospect. Another standout, Frank Gore Jr., made a strong case for a spot on the roster in the preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers. If the Bills can secure him on the practice squad, Gore Jr. could provide valuable depth as the No. 4 running back.
With the final few spots on the roster up for grabs, the competition amongst players is fierce. As the deadline looms, only time will tell which hopefuls will make the cut and join the Buffalo Bills as they embark on their journey in the 2024 NFL season.
