Buffalo Bills announce six team captains for the 2026 season

The Buffalo Bills have named six players to serve as team captains for the 2026 NFL season. Quarterback Josh Allen and linebacker Terrel Bernard retain their captaincy roles from the previous year. They are joined by four new selections representing the offense, defense, and special teams units. Tight end Dawson Knox earns his first captaincy, while free agent acquisition Bradley Chubb is named a defensive leader. Special teams feature long snapper Reid Ferguson and defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. This selection process divides leadership duties evenly with two representatives assigned to each phase of the game. Allen enters his eighth year as a captain, and this marks the third such honor for both Bernard and Ferguson.

• 7:28 PMYahoo Sports — Buffalo Bills name 6 captains for 2026 NFL season