Bills Strengthen Receiver Corps by Signing Veteran Cooks

The Buffalo Bills took significant steps to enhance their receiving corps by signing veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks. Cooks was recently waived by the New Orleans Saints, cleared waivers, and officially joined the Bills on Tuesday.

Details of Cooks’ Signing

Brandin Cooks’ release from the Saints came after he requested it, according to Saints coach Kellen Moore. This release process unfolded over the previous week. With Cooks now on the active roster, the Bills aim to bolster their offensive capabilities.

Current State of the Bills’ Receiving Corps

In recent games, the Bills elevated Gabe Davis from their practice squad. Davis has stepped up in response to the team’s pressing needs at the receiver position. Earlier this month, Buffalo also signed Mecole Hardman, who unfortunately was placed on injured reserve due to a calf injury sustained during his first game.

Performance Challenges

• Second-year receiver Keon Coleman has been a healthy scratch for two games, primarily due to disciplinary reasons.
• The team is on track for a second consecutive season without a 1,000-yard receiving player.
• Tight end Dalton Kincaid leads the team with four receiving touchdowns, despite only playing in eight games.

Offensive Statistics and Future Matches

The Bills’ offense has faced challenges this season, consistently scoring less than 20 points in all three of their road losses. In contrast, they average 32.5 points per game at home. Buffalo is set to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, with kickoff scheduled for 4:25 PM ET on CBS.

General Manager’s Insights

Brandon Beane, the Bills’ general manager, acknowledged the team’s attempts to acquire players before the trade deadline, although no deals materialized. Cooks brings extensive experience and skills, having recorded 729 receptions, 9,697 receiving yards, and 60 touchdowns over his 12-season career. He was initially selected in the first round by the Saints in 2014 and has also played for prominent teams, including the New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys.

This strategic addition of Brandin Cooks aims to revitalize the Bills’ receiving corps as they look to improve their offensive performance in the coming matches.