The Buffalo Bills selected UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell with the No. 125 pick in the fourth round of the draft. Bell, a consensus All-American, set UConn records with 101 receptions and 13 touchdowns in the 2025 season.
Key points
Buffalo Bills selected Skyler Bell with the No. 125 pick
Bell is a consensus All-American wide receiver
He set UConn records with 101 receptions and 13 touchdowns
Bell led the FBS with seven 100-yard receiving games
He was a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award
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Bills draft grades: All-American wide receiver can't wait to hug Jim Leonhard
Bell has a massive 2025 season, earning consensus All-America honors and setting UConn single-season records with 101 receptions and 13 touchdown catches. He racked up 1,278 receiving yards and led the FBS with seven 100-yard receiving games while being named a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award.
Bell described his game as multifaceted.
"I'm dynamic, explosive, versatile," Bell said. "I can do a lot of different things, inside, outside, deep ball, contested catches, intermediate game."
Bell also has a notable connection in Buffalo. He began his college career at Wisconsin, where Bills defensive coordinator Jim Leonard served as defensive coordinator and then interim head coach. Bell said Leonhard helped him develop when he was a redshirt freshman on the scout team.
"I can't wait to see him," Bell smiled. "I'm probably going to give him the craziest hug ever. That's my guy."
Here is how draft experts graded the pick:
Skyler Bell
Q&A
What are Skyler Bell's achievements in college football?
Skyler Bell earned consensus All-America honors, set UConn records with 101 receptions and 13 touchdown catches, and led the FBS with seven 100-yard receiving games.
Why did the Buffalo Bills draft Skyler Bell?
The Bills drafted Skyler Bell to enhance their offense and provide another weapon for quarterback Josh Allen.
What was Skyler Bell's performance in the 2025 season?
In the 2025 season, Skyler Bell recorded 1,278 receiving yards and was a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award.
How does Skyler Bell fit into the Bills' offensive strategy?
Skyler Bell can line up both inside and outside, adding versatility and depth to the Bills' receiving corps.
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Skyler Bell (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
Nov 15, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against the Air Force Falcons in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Sep 20, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against et Ball State Cardinals in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) reacts after his touchdown against the UAB Blazers in the second quarter at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Nov 8, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown against Duke Blue Devils cornerback Landan Callahan (21) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown against UAB Blazers cornerback Tariq Watson (24) in the second quarter at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UConn wideout Skyler Bell (WO05) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the catch for a touchdown against UAB Blazers safety AJ Brown (20) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the catch for a touchdown against UAB Blazers safety AJ Brown (20) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Sep 6, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs after making a catch against the Syracuse Orange during overtime at JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Sep 28, 2024; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown catch against the Buffalo Bulls in the second quarter at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Sep 20, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against the Ball State Cardinals in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) reacts after his touchdown against the UAB Blazers at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. The Huskies host Duke on Saturday at Rentschler Field.
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Skyler Bell
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Skyler Bell (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 15, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against the Air Force Falcons in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Sep 20, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against et Ball State Cardinals in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) reacts after his touchdown against the UAB Blazers in the second quarter at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 8, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown against Duke Blue Devils cornerback Landan Callahan (21) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown against UAB Blazers cornerback Tariq Watson (24) in the second quarter at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UConn wideout Skyler Bell (WO05) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the catch for a touchdown against UAB Blazers safety AJ Brown (20) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Nov 1, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the catch for a touchdown against UAB Blazers safety AJ Brown (20) in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Sep 6, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs after making a catch against the Syracuse Orange during overtime at JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Sep 28, 2024; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) makes the touchdown catch against the Buffalo Bulls in the second quarter at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
Sep 20, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) runs the ball against the Ball State Cardinals in the second half at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Meet speedy wide receiver Skyler Bell, drafted by Bills in fourth round
UConn Huskies wide receiver Skyler Bell (1) reacts after his touchdown against the UAB Blazers at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. The Huskies host Duke on Saturday at Rentschler Field.
Brandon Beane isn't done with his mea culpa at wide receiver. Bell showed plenty of promise as Biletnikoff Award finalist, though he's likely in for a rude awakening as he faces a significantly higher level of competition. He can still make his mark, however, as someone who can free himself up from coverage with his quick breaks.
In my fourth round mock draft, I had the Bills taking Bell at No. 126 overall. He is depth, but also a missing piece to the collection assembled. (Josh Edwards)
Another receiver had to be added to turn a weakness into a potential strength. Skyler Bell is a speedy receiver, but is weak and needs to bulk up for the NFL. I had him going in the third round, so there’s some value with this choice.
