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Buffalo Bills release quarterback Shane Buechele as rosters reach 53 players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:04 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Buffalo Bills release quarterback Shane Buechele as rosters reach 53 players

Summary

The Buffalo Bills released veteran quarterback Shane Buechele on Sunday as the team reduced its roster to the mandatory 53-player limit. The move confirms Kyle Allen as the primary backup to starting quarterback Josh Allen for the 2026 season. Kyle Allen earned the spot following a strong preseason performance. During the team's preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Buechele completed 26-of-38 passes for 196 yards in a 28-27 victory. While Buechele was a member of a Super Bowl-winning team, he was unable to secure the second-string position in Buffalo. All NFL teams were required to finalize their active rosters by 6 p.m. EST on Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo released Shane Buechele on Sunday to meet the 53-player roster limit.
•Kyle Allen secured the backup quarterback role behind Josh Allen.
•Buechele recorded 196 passing yards in the preseason finale against Pittsburgh.
•NFL rosters were required to be set by 6 p.m. EST on Sunday.

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