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Bills could release special teams ace Sam Franklin Jr. ahead of cutdown day

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:18 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Bills could release special teams ace Sam Franklin Jr. ahead of cutdown day

Summary

The Buffalo Bills are expected to make significant roster changes as they prepare for cutdown day. Analyst Ryan Talbot predicts that Sam Franklin Jr., a special teams standout under a recent contract extension, will be released. Despite his effectiveness in special teams, Talbot suggests the Bills may retain him on their practice squad. The team will play its final preseason game on Thursday, with some starters expected to participate to gain more game reps. Josh Allen is confirmed not to play in this game, while the Bills will open their season against the Houston Texans on September 13.

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By the Numbers

•Bills likely to cut Sam Franklin Jr. ahead of roster cuts.
•Franklin is primarily a special teams player, with 13 tackles last season.
•Josh Allen will not play in the Bills' final preseason game.
•Some starters will see action in the last preseason match on Thursday.
•Buffalo's season opener is scheduled for September 13 against Houston.

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2:18 AMYahoo Sports — Bills Predicted to Cut $7M Special Teams Ace After Getting Extension

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The Buffalo Bills are predicted to make a surprising move ahead of cutdown day on Sunday as they could cut a special teams ace. The post Bills Predicted to Cut $7M Special Teams Ace After Getting Extension appeared first on HEAVY.
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