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Bills finalize 53-man roster amid tough preseason decisions

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Bills finalize 53-man roster amid tough preseason decisions

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As the Buffalo Bills approach the end of the preseason, their 53-man roster is taking shape. Training camp performances have solidified many spots, but tough choices remain for General Manager Brandon Beane. Key positions include quarterback, where Josh Allen and Kyle Allen are expected to make the cut, and running back, where James Cook and Ty Johnson are likely to retain their roles. The wide receiver situation involves several battles, particularly for the final roster spot between Mecole Hardman and Trent Sherfield. The Bills are set to finalize their roster in the coming days as they prepare for the regular season.

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•Josh Allen and Kyle Allen likely make the quarterback roster.
•James Cook and Ty Johnson expected to lead the running back group.
•Wide receiver battles center on Mecole Hardman and Trent Sherfield.
•Final roster decisions will be made before the regular season starts.
•Brandon Beane faces tough cuts while preparing for the upcoming season.

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8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Who Will Make the Bills’ 53-Man Roster?

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After training camp and the first week of the preseason, the Bills’ 53-man roster construction is becoming clearer. While things might change in the last two weeks of the preseason, many spots are already locked up. From special teams players to positional battles to setting the practice squad, Brandon Beane has tough decisions to make. […] The post Who Will Make the Bills’ 53-Man Roster? appeared first on The Lead.
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Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 8:45 PM
Who Will Make the Bills’ 53-Man Roster?
After training camp and the first week of the preseason, the Bills’ 53-man roster construction is becoming clearer. While things might change in the last two weeks of the preseason, many spots are already locked up. From special teams players to positional battles to setting the practice squad, Brandon Beane has tough decisions to make. […] The post Who Will Make the Bills’ 53-Man Roster? appeared first on The Lead.

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