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Draft will prove ultimate tell for Bills' Brandon Beane
TL;DR
The Buffalo Bills are under pressure to enhance their playoff performance, particularly in the receiver position after trading for DJ Moore. Brandon Beane's upcoming draft decisions will reveal his true intentions regarding the team's needs.
Key points
- Buffalo Bills are under pressure to improve playoff performance
- DJ Moore traded to enhance receiver position
- Brandon Beane identifies receiver as a draft need
Buffalo BillsDJ MooreJosh AllenKhalil Shakir
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The Buffalo Bills haven't been in the headlines for weeks, and that is likely how Joe Brady likes it, with pressure on the franchise to push through that playoff barrier.
Receiver was seen as a big issue this offseason, and the franchise traded for DJ Moore, giving Josh Allen a genuine No. 1 option in the passing game. But is that enough?
Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Joshua Palmer, and Tyrell Shavers make up the room for Brady, and with Keon's future murky at best after that train wreck of a press conference with his owner, the pressure is on.
But Beane has been talking positively about Coleman this offseason, and as NFL.com's Kevin Patra writes, the draft will tell us whether he was being truthful, as he's named receiver a need.
“Even with the trade for DJ Moore, Josh Allen could use another weapon in the passing attack after injuries plagued the unit last year,” Patra wrote. “Beane has talked positively about Keon Coleman, but the draft will tell if he backs up those words -- or potentially trades the wideout.”
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Q&A
What are the Buffalo Bills' current needs for the draft?
The Buffalo Bills currently need to strengthen their receiver position, as highlighted by Brandon Beane's comments and the recent trade for DJ Moore.
How does DJ Moore impact the Bills' playoff chances?
DJ Moore provides the Bills with a reliable No. 1 receiving option, which could significantly improve their chances of advancing in the playoffs.
What did Brandon Beane say about Keon Coleman's future?
Brandon Beane has expressed positive sentiments about Keon Coleman, but the player's future remains uncertain following a problematic press conference.
