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Kyle Allen news
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The gist
Kyle Allen and Shane Buechele threw back-to-back interceptions in Bills preseason practice. The backup QB battle remains unsettled ahead of the season opener.
Background
The Buffalo Bills are evaluating backup quarterbacks behind starter Josh Allen. Kyle Allen and Shane Buechele are competing for the No. 2 job, and their performances in preseason practices and games will determine the winner. Recent practices have been sloppy, with both quarterbacks throwing interceptions, raising concerns about the team's depth at the position.
How it unfolded
- Aug 11, 2026Kyle Allen and Shane Buechele embrace the competition for the Bills' backup QB job.
- Aug 12, 2026Reports predict the Bills could cut Kyle Allen and make Shane Buechele the No. 2; the team reveals its depth chart.
- Aug 13, 2026In practice, Kyle Allen and Shane Buechele each threw interceptions, continuing a sloppy trend.
- Aug 14, 2026Both quarterbacks look to gain an edge in the backup race as the preseason opener approaches.
- Aug 15, 2026The Bills' backup QB battle is described as worrisome, with hopes for positive developments in the preseason game against the Panthers.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Some analysts predict the Bills will part ways with Kyle Allen and promote Shane Buechele to backup.
- Caution
- Observers note the backup QB play has been sloppy, with interceptions raising concerns about depth.
Still unverified
The prediction that the Bills will cut Kyle Allen is speculative and not confirmed by the team.