Allen has been playing through a cluster of injuries, including a lingering right foot issue from Week 16 against the Browns, as well as left knee and right finger injuries from Sunday’s win over the Jaguars. The quarterback has a history of battling injuries in recent seasons, including a broken hand in 2024 and a shoulder injury in 2023 that forced him to adjust his throwing motion. 🦶🦵✋️
On the Bills’ defense, there are notable absences: safety Jordan Poyer and cornerback Maxwell Hairston were ruled out after missing last week’s win over Jacksonville. Offensively, Gabe Davis and Tyrell Shaver’s torn ACLs dealt a significant blow to the receiving corps. A few players remain listed as questionable, including running back Ty Johnson and linebacker Terrel Bernard. 🚫🛡️
Meanwhile, there could be reinforcements for the Bills with defensive tackle Ed Oliver and safety Damar Hamlin returning from injured reserve, both listed as questionable after coming back to practice. Curtis Samuel, who spent much of the year on IR, is also back and could step in as a receiving option, recalling last year’s productive showing against Denver (three receptions for 68 yards and a TD). 🧊🗣️
The Bills have also added depth at wide receiver by signing veteran Kristian Wilkerson to the practice squad, providing another potential option as they navigate the expected losses at receiver. Wilkerson previously had two stints with the team’s practice squad this season. 📝
