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Bills sign Deven Thompkins after impressive minicamp tryout

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Bills sign Deven Thompkins after impressive minicamp tryout
Summary

The Buffalo Bills signed 5-foot-8 wide receiver Deven Thompkins following his successful tryout at mandatory minicamp on Thursday. Thompkins, who has experience with NFL teams including the Buccaneers, Panthers, and Falcons, impressed the Bills during his brief appearance. He is now the lightest player on the Bills' roster, boasting a 4.35-second 40-yard dash time. The team also made other roster moves, signing wide receiver Max Tomczak and waiving Dorian Strong, Desmond Reid, and Gabriel Benyard. Thompkins faces competition for a spot on the 53-man roster as the team has a strong receiving corps established.

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  • •Thompkins signed a contract with the Bills on June 13, 2026.
  • •He previously played in 36 NFL games, totaling 29 receptions.
  • •Thompkins excels in special teams, returning kickoffs and punts.
  • •Buffalo's receiving corps is bolstered by the recent addition of D.J. Moore.
  • •Thompkins aims to secure a place on the 53-man roster amidst competition.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bills sign one of NFL’s smallest players after big opportunity at minicamp
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Deven Thompkins was invited to try out for the Buffalo Bills on Wednesday and left with a contract on Thursday.

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