Dee Alford leads Buffalo Bills depth chart at punt returner position

The Buffalo Bills have listed Dee Alford as the primary punt returner on the team's unofficial depth chart ahead of their season opener against the Houston Texans. The designation follows an extended open competition throughout training camp and the preseason involving several players, including Keon Coleman, Mecole Hardman, Dante Pettis, and Skyler Bell. While Ray Davis is listed as the second option, he remains the primary kick returner despite a recent muffed punt during the preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Khalil Shakir is currently positioned third on the depth chart for punt returns. Additionally, the team added Greg Dortch to the practice squad on August 31, providing an alternative option for the coaching staff should they decide to elevate him for future games. The Bills look to improve upon a 28th-ranked unit that averaged only 6.5 yards per return during the previous season.

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