Bills release unofficial depth chart ahead of exhibition opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The Buffalo Bills unveiled their first unofficial depth chart for the 2026 NFL season ahead of their exhibition opener against the Carolina Panthers on Saturday. The chart features notable changes, including veteran Austin Corbett competing for the left guard position, while Keon Coleman is listed ahead of Josh Palmer among receivers. On the defensive line, Phidarian Mathis has claimed the top spot, amid DeWayne Carter's recovery from an Achilles injury. Rookies, except for edge defender TJ Parker, will need to prove themselves to secure starting roles, with punter Tommy Doman Jr. taking a backup position behind Mitch Wishnowsky.
- •Bills host Panthers in their exhibition opener on Saturday.
- •Austin Corbett signed to compete at left guard; Alec Anderson listed as starter.
- •Keon Coleman listed ahead of Josh Palmer at wide receiver.
- •Phidarian Mathis tops the defensive line, ahead of DeWayne Carter.
- •Most rookies, including punter Tommy Doman Jr., are not starting.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — 4 quick notes from the Bills' first unofficial depth chart of 2026
"Here are four quick notes from the Buffalo Bills' first depth chart released this week.
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