Bills face Falcons tonight missing key players TE Kincaid and WR Samuel

The Buffalo Bills faced a challenging situation in their Monday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, missing several key players. Notable absences included tight end Dalton Kincaid, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, and defensive tackle DaQuan Jones.

Injuries Impacting the Bills

Dalton Kincaid and Curtis Samuel were officially ruled inactive approximately 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Kincaid, who has recently made headlines with his performance, wore a non-contact jersey and was limited in practice due to an oblique injury. Meanwhile, Samuel was dealing with neck and rib issues, participating in limited capacities leading up to the game.

Player Performances and Recent History

• Kincaid recorded his first career 100-yard game against the New England Patriots last week, with six receptions for 108 yards.
• This season, Kincaid has averaged over six targets per game across three outings.
• Samuel only has three receptions this year but was active in special teams as a kick returner.

Fullback Reggie Gilliam may fill in as a tight end due to Kincaid’s absence. Curtis Samuel, having not played significantly this season, was previously a healthy scratch for the first three games.

Defensive Challenges

Defensive tackle DaQuan Jones suffered a calf injury during warmups, resulting in his sidelining for the game. This compounded the Bills’ injury woes, as linebackers Matt Milano and Jimmy Ciarlo, alongside offensive lineman Chase Lundt, were also unavailable.

Roster Adjustments

To address these injuries, the Bills promoted safety Jordan Poyer and defensive tackle Jordan Phillips from their practice squad. This move came after safety Damar Hamlin and defensive tackle T.J. Sanders were recently placed on injured reserve.

The absence of multiple key players will undoubtedly challenge the Bills as they vie for victory against the Falcons. The coaching staff will need to adapt their strategy to navigate these critical injuries during the game.