Keon Coleman Leads Buffalo Bills’ Week 11 Inactive List vs. Buccaneers

The Buffalo Bills are set to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 11 of the NFL season. As part of game preparations, both teams have submitted their inactive player lists.

Keon Coleman Among Bills’ Inactive Players

The Bills’ inactive list features notable changes. Keon Coleman, a second-year wide receiver, will not play. This decision follows a week of speculation regarding his role in the team. Last week, offensive coordinator Joe Brady highlighted the need to increase Coleman’s targets. However, an absence from a crucial meeting resulted in his healthy scratch for this matchup.

Key Player Changes

Buffalo’s roster adjustments reflect strategic shifts. The team already confirmed that two players would be unavailable due to injuries. Following practice squad elevations, a total of seven players will not suit up.

• Gabe Davis: Elevated from the practice squad, expected to play a significant role.
• Mecole Hardman: Recently signed to the roster, likely handling kickoff and punt returns.
• Curtis Samuel: Active for the game.
• Khalil Shakir: Also active despite a rib injury.
• Joshua Palmer: Returning from injury, he missed the last three games.
• Tyrell Shavers: The sixth active wide receiver on the roster.

The inactive list for the Bills is further complicated by injuries. Buffalo’s leading receiver is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Tight ends Dawson Knox and Jackson Hawes are expected to take on larger roles. Rookie Keleki Latu joins as the third tight end, allowing the team to maintain its offensive structure.

Defensive Adjustments

The Bills have also made adjustments on defense. Rookie T.J. Sanders has been activated from injured reserve, providing additional support at defensive tackle. The team will move forward with four linebackers: Terrel Bernard, Matt Milano, Joe Andreessen, and Dorian Williams. In the secondary, cornerback Ingram will be inactive as the team has opted for Christian Benford, returning from a groin injury.

Buccaneers’ Inactive Players

The Buccaneers have their own set of inactives, which complement the strategies of both teams as they approach the game.

This matchup is pivotal for both franchises. With the postseason around the corner, these player decisions will impact each team’s performance.