Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman has been ruled inactive for the team’s upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Orchard Park, New York. Coleman’s absence results from disciplinary action following his failure to attend a team meeting on Friday morning, as reported by multiple media outlets.
Despite being a full participant in practice throughout the week, Coleman will not play today. He has had a notable season, ranking second on the Bills with 32 receptions for 330 yards and three touchdowns over nine games. This decision marks a continuation of disciplinary issues, as Coleman was benched for portions of two games during his rookie season in 2024 for similar reasons.
In response to Coleman’s absence, the Bills have elevated fellow wide receiver Gabe Davis from the practice squad. Davis is set to make his return after recovering from a torn meniscus he sustained in November while with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Other Inactive Players for Bills and Buccaneers
Alongside Coleman, the Bills (6-3) have listed several other players as inactive for today’s match. This includes tight end Dalton Kincaid, who leads the team with four touchdowns, wide receiver Elijah Moore, linebacker Shaq Thompson, cornerback Ja’Marcus Ingram, defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis, and offensive tackle Chase Lundt.
The Buccaneers (6-3) have also declared six players inactive. Notable names on their list include wide receiver Chris Godwin, running back Bucky Irving, and guards Ben Bredeson and Elijah Klein. Additionally, defensive lineman C.J. Brewer and edge rushers Haason Reddick and Markees Watts will not participate in the game.
As both teams prepare for this important matchup, the absence of key players underscores the competitive nature of the NFL and the impact of team discipline on performance.