Buffalo Bills RB RolesLast Update: 6/19/2025
RB Overview
Role Security: High
6/19/25 - James Cook had 207 carries, 38 targets, and a 42.5% red zone share last season. He’ll remain the lead back, though his overall workload may not increase much in 2025. Ty Johnson was the No. 2 with 41 carries, 25 targets, and a 7% red zone share, and he should maintain his role as a receiving back. Rookie Ray Davis is the likely lead option if Cook misses time, but when all three are healthy, Davis will compete with Johnson for rotational touches.
WR Overview
6/19/25 - Khalil Shakir led the team with 100 targets while operating primarily from the slot, making him the de facto No. 1 WR. He should reprise a similar role in 2025. Keon Coleman, who saw 57 targets in 13 games, will be the top outside receiver and could see his role grow in Year 2. Josh Palmer is expected to serve as the No. 3 WR, but he may compete with Curtis Samuel for reps. Elijah Moore, Laviska Shenault, KJ Hamler, and others are in the mix for depth.
TE Overview
6/19/25 - Dalton Kincaid was targeted 75 times in 13 games and, despite a down year, remains the lead pass-catching tight end. Dawson Knox is the clear No. 2 after recording just 33 targets last season, the lowest of his career.