Buffalo Bills release unofficial depth chart ahead of season opener against Texans

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Buffalo Bills release unofficial depth chart ahead of season opener against Texans
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The Buffalo Bills released an unofficial depth chart ahead of their season opener against the Houston Texans on Sunday at Reliant Stadium. The roster reveals a mostly familiar offensive lineup led by quarterback Josh Allen, but features notable changes on the defensive side of the ball. Under new coordinator Jim Leonhard, the Bills are shifting to a base 3-4 defensive scheme with several new personnel additions. Key acquisitions include wide receiver DJ Moore, outside linebacker Bradley Chubb, and safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, all listed as starters. Rookie Tommy Doman Jr. will handle punting duties, while Dee Alford is slated to serve as both the starting nickel back and punt returner. The team’s official lineup remains subject to change based on injury status heading into the 1 p.m. kickoff.

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  • Buffalo visits the Houston Texans at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.
  • The defense is transitioning to a base 3-4 scheme under new coordinator Jim Leonhard.
  • DJ Moore is confirmed as a starting wide receiver after an offseason trade.
  • Bradley Chubb and C.J. Gardner-Johnson join the starting defensive lineup.
  • Rookie Tommy Doman Jr. secured the punter and holder positions.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo SportsBuffalo Bills depth chart: Projected starting lineup vs. Texans
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The Bills' first depth chart shows a familiar offense around Josh Allen and a revamped defense under new coordinator Jim Leonhard.

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