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Bills' Shakir Poised for Breakout Game with Kincaid Out
16 Nov
Summary
- Bills' QB Josh Allen lacks wide-open receivers
- Tight end Dalton Kincaid out with hamstring injury
- Receiver Khalil Shakir cleared to play despite ankle and rib issues
As of November 16, 2025, the Buffalo Bills are preparing to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers without their third-leading target, tight end Dalton Kincaid, who is out with a hamstring injury. This development is expected to lead to a breakout performance from receiver Khalil Shakir.
Shakir, who was limited in practice this week due to ankle and rib injuries, has been cleared to play on Sunday. The Bills' head coach, Sean McDermott, stated that Shakir "is heading in the right direction and should be in a good spot for the game." With Kincaid sidelined, Shakir is poised to become the team's primary receiving option, as he already leads the Bills in catches (45), targets (58), and receiving yards (457).
Last week, Bills' quarterback Josh Allen had ample time to throw the ball, but struggled to find open receivers. Now, with Kincaid out, Allen will have even fewer options, making Shakir's role even more crucial. Fantasy Football experts are predicting a big game for Shakir, who has emerged as the Bills' WR1 after a slow start to the season.
