- Khalil Shakir
- #10
- Team BUF
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Leads Bills pass catchers in win
Shakir secured all five targets for 65 yards in the Bills' 35-31 win over the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir led the Bills in receptions, receiving yards and targets on an afternoon when Josh Allen threw for just 193 yards. The fourth-year pro eclipsed 50 receiving yards for only the second time in the last five games, as Buffalo's air attack continues to spread the ball around heavily to multiple pass catchers each week. Shakir will next set his sights on the Browns' injury-hampered secondary in a Week 16 road matchup next Sunday afternoon.
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets into end zone in Sunday's win
Shakir caught two of three targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 39-34 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: The Bills' wideouts had even less to do than usual during a cold, snowy game in Buffalo, but Shakir managed to make an impact with an 11-yard TD grab from Josh Allen in the second quarter. It was Shakir's fourth TD of the season, tying his career high, but it was also the third time in the last four games the fourth-year WR failed to reach 20 receiving yards. Shakir will look for better playing conditions and more volume in Week 15 against the Patriots.
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Poor catch rate Sunday
Shakir had one reception on four targets for five yards in Sunday's 26-7 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Shakir struggled with drops, finishing with a season-low catch rate of 25 percent against Pittsburgh's secondary. The four targets still led all Buffalo wide receivers as the team continues searching for reliable auxiliary targets for Josh Allen to throw to. Shakir was fresh off posting a 100-plus yard receiving game in the Week 12 box score, and he remains the top option on the perimeter despite Sunday's putrid effort. Fantasy managers are looking for a bounce-back effort from Shakir in a soft…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Eclipses century mark in loss
Shakir secured eight of 10 targets for 110 yards in the Bills' 23-19 loss to the Texans on Thursday night. He also lost a fumble and returned four punts for 15 yards.
Analysis: Shakir led the Bills across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets, although a significant chunk of his yardage came on a hook-and-lateral play late in the fourth quarter in which he netted 33 yards after getting the ball from Joshua Palmer. Shakir also had a concussion check in the first half, per Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com, but he was cleared to return shortly thereafter. The veteran wideout's totals were all season-high figures as well, affording Shakir some momentum heading…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 9:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down in big win
Shakir brought in one of three targets for minus-3 yards in the Bills' 44-32 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir had no part in Josh Allen's breakout performance, which included 317 passing yards and three scoring tosses. The Bills' No. 1 receiver endured the worst game of his career given the negative yardage, and the downturn was particularly alarming when considering Shakir had produced a 20-189-1 line on 24 targets over the previous three games. The fourth-year pro will have an immediate yet challenging opportunity to put the forgettable day behind him, as the Bills travel to face the Texans on…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to face Buccaneers
After being limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday, while in a red non-contact jersey as he contended with ankle and rib issues, Shakir sported a normal jersey as he worked fully Friday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Following his return to a full session Friday, Shakir doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest against Tampa Bay, a game in which the Bills will be missing top tight end Dalton Kincaid (hamstring) but are slated to welcome Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle) back to a WR corps that also features Keon Coleman. Through nine games to date, Shakir has made his fantasy mark by recording a 45-457-3 line on 58 targets in that span.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for Week 11
Shakir (ankle/ribs) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Shakir opened Week 11 prep as limited Wednesday, and he maintained that activity level one day later. The wideout proceeded to cap the week with a full session Friday, thereby clearing him for Sunday's contest. Shakir has recorded at least six catches in all three games since the team's Week 7 bye, accumulating a 20-189-1 line on 24 targets in the process.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Trending in right direction
Coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Shakir (ankle/ribs) "is heading in the right direction and should be in a good spot" for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shakir was limited at practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but the wide receiver is trending in the right direction ahead of Week 11 action, unlike tight end Dalton Kincaid (hamstring), who won't play this weekend. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether Shakir is handed an injury designation or is fully cleared to face Tampa Bay.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Limited by ankle and ribs Thursday
Shakir (ankle/ribs) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Shakir was also listed as limited Wednesday and now has one more chance to practice fully ahead of Week 11 action. Per Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com, Shakir sported a red non-contact jersey Thursday. Shakir could wind up carrying a questionable designation into Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, but it would be an encouraging sign if he sheds the non-contact jersey Friday.
Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to be limited Wednesday
Shakir (ribs) will be limited at practice Wednesday, Chris Brown of the Bills Radio Network reports.
Analysis: Shakir logged a 66 percent snap share in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Dolphins while catching seven of his nine targets for 58 yards in the contest. The wideout's status will now need to be monitored ahead of this weekend's game against the Buccaneers. On the plus side from the Bills' perspective, fellow WR Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle) is on track to practice fully Wednesday.
Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Seven catches in Week 10 loss
Shakir secured seven of nine targets for 58 yards in the Bills' 30-13 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir led the Bills in receptions, receiving yards and targets on a forgettable day for Buffalo's offense despite Josh Allen throwing for over 300 yards. Shakir posted a second consecutive seven-catch effort, and he's recorded at least six receptions in four of the last five contests overall, albeit while not topping 88 receiving yards at any point in that span. Shakir takes a 45-457-3 receiving line on 58 targets into a Week 11 home matchup against the Buccaneers.
Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong PPR effort Sunday
Shakir corralled seven of eight targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 28-21 win over Kansas City.
Analysis: Shakir led the Bills in targets and receptions while trailing only Dalton Kincaid (6-101-1) in receiving production Sunday. The 25-year-old Shakir was unable to replicate last week's trip to the end zone, but he still provided a solid score for those in PPR formats. Shakir will carry a 38-399-3 receiving line into next Sunday's tilt against Miami, providing a managers with a reliable flex option for Week 10.
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores long TD in easy win
Shakir brought in six of seven targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in the Bills' 40-9 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir helped break the game open with a nifty 54-yard catch-and-run touchdown to cap off the opening drive of the second half, extending a 19-3 halftime lead. Shakir's catch total tied a season-best figure, while his yardage tally served as a new high-water mark for him on the campaign. Shakir has at least five receptions in three of his past four games heading into a Week 9 home showdown against the Chiefs.
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in Week 6 loss
Shakir brought in three of six targets for 33 yards in the Bills' 24-14 loss to the Falcons on Monday.
Analysis: Shakir had an acrobatic catch overturned by replay in the first quarter, and he otherwise had a quiet night despite tying for the team lead in receptions and targets. The fourth-year wideout had come into Monday on a reasonably productive run in which he produced a 11-124-1 receiving line on 14 targets over the prior pair of contests. He'll face a tough challenge against the talented Panthers secondary when the Bills take on Carolina on the road following their Week 7 bye.
Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 7:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Six catches in loss
Shakir recorded six receptions on nine targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Shakir matched his season high of nine targets, though he wasn't able to turn that into much production. Four of his six catches went for six or fewer yards, leading to his third performance with less than 50 receiving yards on the campaign. Shakir will continue to be a key part of the Buffalo offense, but he's reliant primarily on yards after the catch or touchdowns for big fantasy performances, with the majority of his opportunity coming in the short areas of the field.
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores again in Week 4
Shakir secured all five of his targets for 69 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 31-19 win over the Saints.
Analysis: Most of Shakir's production came on a 43-yard touchdown in the first quarter, as he put his YAC ability on full display and broke multiple tackles on a reception initially made behind the line of scrimmage. He played a season-low 29 offensive snaps versus New Orleans, but game script may have been a factor in his reduced workload. Shakir has scored in back-to-back weeks and is one of the top targets for Josh Allen in a Bills offense that has piled up 30-plus points in all four regular-season…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 29 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Scores first TD of season Thursday
Shakir brought in all four targets for 45 yards and a touchdown during the Bills' 31-21 win over the Dolphins on Thursday night.
Analysis: The highlight of Shakir's night was a tie-breaking 15-yard touchdown grab just after the halfway point of the fourth quarter, a play on which he went in motion before reversing course at the snap, catching a swing pass out of the backfield and scooting up the left side of the field into the end zone. Shakir's receiving line represented a decent resurgence after he was limited to one catch for 12 yards against the Jets in Week 2, and he'll remain one of Josh Allen's primary targets in a Week 4…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 18 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles against Jets continue
Shakir caught one of two targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 30-10 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Shakir has struggled against a Jets defense with a strong secondary and plenty of weaknesses elsewhere, exceeding 25 receiving yards only once in seven career matchups in the AFC East rivalry. Buffalo's 2024 leader in receiving yards has a nice opportunity to bounce back Thursday against a Dolphins defense that is allowing 33 points per game.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Six catches in Week 1 win
Shakir caught six of nine targets for 64 yards in Sunday's 41-40 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Shakir showed no ill effects from the high-ankle sprain that sidelined him during training camp, as he finished second on the team in targets, catches and receiving yards behind Keon Coleman, who had 112 yards and a touchdown on 11 targets. Shakir led the Bills in all three categories last season, but the emergence of Coleman and addition of Joshua Palmer in the offseason gives Shakir more competition for attention from Josh Allen heading into a Week 2 road game against the Jets.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared after full practices
Shakir (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Analysis: Shakir logged three full practices during the week, suggesting he has made a full recovery from the high-ankle sprain that sidelined him for the entire preseason. Buffalo's receiving corps will be at 100 percent Sunday, as Keon Coleman (groin) and Elijah Moore (personal) also avoided injury designations Friday. Shakir led the Bills in catches (76) and receiving yards (821) during the 2024 regular season.
Published: Fri, Sep 5 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices without limitations
Shakir (ankle) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: It's a pleasant surprise for Shakir's fantasy managers after Bills coach Sean McDermott said the slot receiver would be a limited participant. Shakir now appears ready for Sunday night's opener against Baltimore, practicing without limitations 33 days after he suffered a high-ankle sprain at training camp.
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for limited practice Wednesday
Coach Sean McDermott noted that Shakir (ankle) will practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Shakir -- who suffered a high-ankle sprain Aug. 1 -- thus has two more opportunities to practice fully ahead of Sunday's regular-season opener against the Ravens. When available, the 2022 fifth-rounder is on track to reprise his role as a go-to passing target for QB Josh Allen. Given that he'll be able to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity, Shakir is trending toward suiting up this weekend, but until he logs a full session, his status will be worth monitoring.
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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Resumes practicing
Shakir (ankle) is participating in Wednesday's practice, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports
Analysis: Shakir is back on the practice field for the first time since suffering a right high-ankle sprain Aug. 1, so even being restricted to limited reps would represent a significant step in the right direction. Head coach Sean McDermott has expressed optimism about Shakir's chances of being available Week 1, so even if Buffalo opts to take a cautious approach to the No. 1 wideout's health, look for his activity level to ramp up in advance of Buffalo's regular-season opener against Baltimore on…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 27 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected back for Week 1
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Thursday that Shakir (ankle) should be ready for the start of the regular season, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shakir is considered week-to-week due to a high-ankle sprain, an injury he picked up during practice last Friday. Optimism for Week 1 is encouraging, though at this stage it seems fairly possible he misses all three of Buffalo's preseason contests. In the meantime, Keon Coleman and Joshua Palmer will lead the Bills' first-team wide receiver corps during Saturday's preseason opener against the Giants, in which Mitchell Trubisky will take the helm at quarterback while the starting unit plays…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 7 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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Week-to-week with ankle injury
Shakir has been diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain and is considered week-to-week, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
Analysis: Shakir left the field during Friday's practice after having his right ankle examined by trainers. Subsequent evaluation has indicated that the fourth-year wideout is dealing with a high-ankle sprain. That almost certainly means he won't be available for Buffalo's first preseason game Saturday, Aug. 9 and also suggests he could be held out of exhibition contests entirely. It remains to be seen if Shakir will be ready to suit up for Week 1 of the regular season. Keon Coleman and Joshua Palmer…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 3 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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Sustains injury
Shakir had his right foot/ankle examined by team trainers at Friday's practice before leaving the field, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
Analysis: The Bills are taking in Friday's session at Highmark Stadium in what's called the Return of the Blue and Red practice, and a health concern now may be plaguing one of their key skill-position players. Shakir and the team agreed to a four-year, $53 million extension back in February due to his increasing standing as Buffalo's No. 1 wide receiver after putting together a 76-821-4 line on 100 targets in 15 regular-season games a season ago.
Published: Fri, Aug 1 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Agrees to four-year extension
Shakir and Buffalo agreed to terms Tuesday on a four-year contract extension worth up to $60.2 million, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Shakir's new deal reportedly includes $32 million guaranteed at signing. The 2022 fifth-round pick led the Bills in targets, catches and yards during the 2024 regular season, posting a career-best 76-821-4 receiving line on 100 targets. The sure-handed slot specialist also had exactly six catches in all three of Buffalo's playoff games. Looking ahead to the 2025 campaign, Shakir's ability to create yards after the catch positions him to once again be one of Josh Allen's go-to targets.
Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Another six catches in AFCCG loss
Shakir caught six of seven targets for 46 yards in Sunday's 32-29 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game.
Analysis: Shakir had six catches in each of Buffalo's three playoff games after leading the team in targets (100), catches (76) and receiving yards (821) during the regular season. The sure-handed receiver can reliably move the chains and do damage after the catch, but Shakir hasn't been much of a red-zone threat so far, with just seven touchdowns through 46 regular-season NFL games. The 2022 fifth-round draft pick will be back in Buffalo for the final year of his rookie deal in 2025.
Published: Sun, Jan 26 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Six catches help team reach AFCCG
Shakir caught six of seven targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 27-25 AFC divisional-round win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Shakir was easily Josh Allen's favorite target, as no teammate had more than 15 receiving yards or three targets. After leading the Bills in catches (76), receiving yards (821) and targets (100) in the regular season, Shakir has been the team's leading pass catcher in the playoffs with 12 catches for 128 yards on 13 targets in two postseason games. Shakir should continue to play a pivotal role in Buffalo's passing game against the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game.
Published: Sun, Jan 19 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads Buffalo with six grabs Sunday
Shakir caught all six of his targets for 61 yards in Sunday's 31-7 wild-card round win over the Broncos.
Analysis: While the third-year wideout led the Bills in receptions, Curtis Samuel wound up leading the team in receiving yards thanks to a 55-yard catch-and-run for a TD in the fourth quarter. Shakir didn't need to contribute much in a game the Bills dominated, but he was Josh Allen's top target during the regular season with a 76-821-4 line on 100 targets over 15 appearances. With a much tougher Baltimore squad headed to Buffalo for the divisional round, Shakir might need to step up and make a bigger…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Held out of Week 18 action
Shakir didn't play any snaps during Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Shakir, alongside a handful of other key players, didn't see any action in Week 18 with Buffalo having already secured the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoffs heading into the day. He'll resume handling his usual starting role at wideout during Sunday's wild-card round matchup at home against the Broncos. Shakir concluded the regular season having tallied career-high marks across the board, despite appearing in just 15 games. He compiled 76 catches for 821 yards and four scores on 100 targets.
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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Minor role in Week 17 win
Shakir caught three of six targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 40-14 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Shakir caught nearly every pass directed his way in the first half of the season, but that hasn't been the case once the weather started to get colder. Only three of the 45 passes thrown Shakir's way through Week 9 fell incomplete, but he has been targeted on at least three incomplete passes in six of seven subsequent games. If Shakir and Buffalo's other starters are rested against the Patriots in Week 18, he'll finish the regular season with 76 catches for 821 yards and four touchdowns on 100…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet against New England
Shakir recorded two receptions on six targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 24-21 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Shakir finished second on the team with six targets, though the Bills' passing game was slowed due to an uncharacteristically sluggish showing from Josh Allen. That left Shakir with an inefficient stat line, with his longest catch of the day going for just 12 yards. Despite earning consistent volume, he has now been held under 40 receiving yards in three of his last four games.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 9:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Another TD in Week 15 win
Shakir secured six of seven targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in the Bills' 48-42 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir paced the Bills in receptions and tied for the team lead in targets while scoring a touchdown for the second straight game on a three-yard grab late in the third quarter. Shakir has at least five catches in six of the last seven games, affording him a solid PPR floor heading into a Week 16 home matchup against the Patriots.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores long touchdown
Shakir recorded five receptions on eight targets for 106 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 44-42 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Shakir was a non-factor in the first half, recording only 21 yards on two targets. He came alive as the offenses matched blows in the final two quarters, however, highlighted by a 51-yard touchdown grab, which came primarily after the catch as he bounced off defenders. On Buffalo's next possession, Shakir caught a 34-yard pass from Josh Allen that finished just one yard shy of another trip to the end zone. This was Shakir's second 100-yard performance of the season and his first touchdown since…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high seven targets in win
Shakir caught four of seven targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 35-10 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Seven of Josh Allen's 17 passes were directed to Shakir, as the wideout led the Bills in catches and targets while finishing second behind Dawson Knox (56) in receiving yards. This was only the second time in his last 10 games that Shakir failed to reach 50 receiving yards, and his shortfall here can be attributed to playing in snowy conditions. Weather shouldn't be an issue for Buffalo's passing game in sunny Los Angeles against the Rams in Week 14.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading WR on Sunday
Shakir had eight receptions on 12 targets for 70 yards in Sunday's 30-21 victory over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Shakir finished as the Bills' leading receiver in a decisive victory over another conference contender. The 24-year-old has blossomed into a consistent fantasy asset in his third year. Through 10 games this season, Shakir is just 12 yards shy of matching his entire production during the 2023 regular season in seven fewer games. The receiver's lack of touchdowns (two) has kept him from becoming a certified fantasy breakout as the Bills enter a bye week.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Busiest pass catcher in win
Shakir brought in six of nine targets for 58 yards in the Bills' 30-20 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: Shakir recorded team-high reception and target numbers while checking in second in receiving yards. Shakir primarily works in a short-area role but did log a 30-yard catch Sunday, and he now has at least six receptions in four consecutive contests. Shakir will look to record his first touchdown catch since Week 3 in a Week 11 home showdown against the Chiefs.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Typical production in Week 9 win
Shakir caught six of seven targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Shakir finished second on the team in receiving yards behind Ray Davis (70), who got the vast majority of his production on a 63-yard touchdown catch. The Bills were without wide receiver Amari Cooper (wrist) for this one, but that didn't meaningfully affect Shakir, who is averaging 5.3 catches for 58.9 receiving yards per game heading into a Week 10 road game against the Colts.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be team's top wideout Sunday
Shakir, receiver Keon Coleman and tight end Dalton Kincaid are expected to operate as quarterback Josh Allen's primary options in the passing game Sunday against the Dolphins due to Amari Cooper (wrist) being inactive for the contest, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The absence of Cooper may not necessarily result in an improved outlook for Shakir in Week 9; the third-year wideout had actually posted his two highest catch and target totals of the season (7-65-0 receiving line on seven targets in Week 7, 9-107-0 on 10 targets in Week 8) in the Bills' first two games following the acquisition of Cooper from the Browns. That being said, the opportunity for Shakir to play more snaps should be available with Cooper out of the mix, and if the Bills find…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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Cracks century mark in win
Shakir finished with nine receptions (10 targets) for 107 yards in Sunday's 31-10 win over the Seahawks.
Analysis: Shakir finished with a game-high total of 107 receiving yards, marking the first time in 2024 he has surpassed 100 yards in single outing. New addition Amari Cooper was limited to just one reception in a run-heavy contest, but both receivers should continue to start across from each other moving forward. Shakir should be considered at least a flex option in most formats heading into next Sunday's tilt against the Dolphins.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 6:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect in Week 7 win
Shakir recorded seven receptions on seven targets for 65 yards in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Shakir's role in Buffalo's new-look offense after the addition of Amari Cooper was unclear entering this matchup, but he still led the team in receptions. Despite that, his numbers were muted relative to both Cooper and Keon Coleman -- both of whom hit for big plays -- as Shakir was used primarily in the short areas of the field. Shakir should remain a key target for Josh Allen due to the duo's pre-existing rapport, and he could become more efficient with defensive attention spread across…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Joined by Cooper in receiver room
Shakir is expected to move down a spot on the depth chart after the Bills acquired Amari Cooper from the Browns on Tuesday, Matt Bove of 7 News Buffalo reports.
Analysis: After trading Stefon Diggs to the Texans in April, the Bills had been leaning on a committee of receivers to help replace the four-time Pro Bowler's production through the first six weeks of the season. Shakir had been the de facto No. 1 option and led the position group in catches (20), receiving yards (249) and targets (21), but he'll fall back into the kind of supporting role he filled in 2023 while Cooper presumably steps in as quarterback Josh Allen's new top target. Bove speculates that…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Grabs two receptions in Week 6
Shakir (ankle) caught both of his targets for 19 yards in Monday's 23-20 victory over the Jets.
Analysis: Shakir posted his lowest fantasy output of the season in his return from a one-game absence due to an ankle injury. Despite the poor showing, Shakir still looks to be the Bills' de facto No. 1 receiver, though quarterback Josh Allen has spread the ball around liberally among the team's pass catchers.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Available versus Jets
Shakir (ankle) is active for Monday night's game against the Jets.
Analysis: Shakir didn't play in the Bills' Week 5 loss to the Texans and was listed as a non-participant on Thursday and Friday's practice reports, but he was able to log a limited session Saturday before being deemed questionable for Monday's contest. It remains be seen how close to 100 percent he'll be, but barring any in-game setbacks he'll have an opportunity to reclaim his role in a Buffalo WR corps that also includes Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins, Curtis Samuel and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for MNF
Shakir (ankle) is officially listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jets after practicing in a limited fashion Saturday.
Analysis: After being listed as a non-participant on Thursday and Friday's practice reports, Shakir was able to return to the field in some capacity Saturday. While Shakir's status won't be confirmed until Buffalo's inactive list is revealed 90 minutes ahead of Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff, fellow receivers Curtis Samuel (toe) and Mack Hollins (shoulder) both upgraded to full participation Saturday and don't carry Week 6 injury designations.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Monday
Shakir (ankle) will be a limited participant in Saturday's practice and is expected to be listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jets, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The news dump comes before the Bills take part in practice Saturday, so it's possible something will change. Assuming Shakir does practice, it would mark the first time the 24-year-old has participated in any fashion over the past two weeks.
Published: Sat, Oct 12 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Non-participant in walkthrough
Shakir (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in Friday's walkthrough.
Analysis: The availability of Shakir, who didn't practice last week, thus remains cloudy ahead of Monday night's game against the Jets. If Shakir remains sidelined Week 6, Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins (shoulder), Curtis Samuel (toe) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling would be in line to lead the Bills' WR corps, pending the status of Hollins and Samuel, who were deemed limited both Thursday and Friday.
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Shakir (ankle) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: Shakir didn't practice last week before sitting out this past Sunday's loss to the Texans, so his continued absence Thursday clouds his status for Monday night's game against the Jets. The wideout now has two more chances to return to the field ahead of the contest, but if Shakir remains sidelined Week 6, Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins (shoulder), Curtis Samuel (toe) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling would be in line to lead the team's WR corps versus New York, pending the availability of Hollins and…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 10 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Shakir (ankle) won't practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Shakir didn't practice in any capacity last week before sitting out Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Texans. His continued absence from practice makes Shakir's availability for Monday's game against the Jets cloudy at this stage. While Shakir was sidelined Week 5, Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins, Curtis Samuel (foot) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling served as the Bills' top four receivers, but none of the quartet made a major mark on the box score on a day that quarterback Josh Allen completed just nine of 30…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 5
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Shakir (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Texans.
Analysis: Shakir, who didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, thus will target a potential return to action Oct. 14 against the Jets. In Shakir's absence Sunday, Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Curtis Samuel are on hand to lead Buffalo's wideout corps.
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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Misses another practice
Shakir (ankle) is not participating in Thursday's practice, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
Analysis: Shakir has now missed back-to-back practices due to an ankle issue. He played a normal assortment of offensive snaps during Buffalo's loss to the Ravens in Week 4, but unless Shakir can upgrade his participation level Friday, it looks like his status could be in jeopardy for Sunday's road matchup against the Texans. Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins, Curtis Samuel and Marquez Valdes-Scantling could all benefit from increased opportunities if Shakir misses any time.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Shakir (ankle) won't practice Wednesday, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
Analysis: Shakir played a full game Sunday night at Baltimore but apparently injured his ankle somewhere along the way. He's been the de facto No. 1 option for a spread-the-wealth Buffalo passing attack, with his 19 percent target share and 230 receiving yards leading the team. An absence for Sunday's game at Houston would leave more snaps for Marquez Valdes-Scantling and/or Curtis Samuel while increasing the target projections for Keon Coleman and Mack Hollins.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with sore ankle
Shakir is contending with ankle soreness ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: With that in mind, coach Sean McDermott noted that the Bills will will monitor Shakir's status daily ahead of Week 5 action. The wideout thus appears likely to have his practice participation impacted, with further context on that front set to arrive Wednesday.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Targets caught streak snapped at 30
Shakir caught four of five targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 35-10 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Shakir's first catch surpassed Michael Thomas' mark of 27 from 2018 for the most consecutive targets caught by an NFL wide receiver since at least 1991. That streak bumped up to 30 before a pass in Shakir's direction fell incomplete in the second quarter. He bounced back with a 52-yard catch in the third quarter, but that was the highlight of an otherwise quiet night for Buffalo's offense. Shakir finished with the team lead in receiving yards for a third consecutive game despite missing a few…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 8:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Emerging as Allen's new WR1
Shakir caught all six of his targets for 72 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 47-10 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Shakir led the Bills in targets and receiving yards Monday, and he has established himself as the top option in Buffalo's new-look wide receiver room after the offseason trade of Stefon Diggs to Houston. The highlight of Shakir's night was a 27-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter, which was one of four first-half touchdown passes thrown by Josh Allen. Shakir has caught all 14 of his targets this season for 168 receiving yards and two touchdowns heading into another primetime game on…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 7:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces pass catchers in win
Shakir secured all five targets for 54 yards and rushed once for two yards in the Bills' 31-10 win over the Dolphins on Thursday night.
Analysis: Shakir served as the Bills' leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night, which was particularly noteworthy in a game during which Josh Allen recorded only 13 completions for 139 yards. The third-year wideout still is expected to serve as Buffalo's No. 1 receiver at least until rookie Keon Coleman gets his NFL legs under him, and Shakir will head into a Week 3 home matchup against the Jaguars on Monday, Sept. 23 with an 8-96-1 line on eight targets through the first two games.
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores TD in first game post-Diggs
Shakir caught all three of his targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-28 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Shakir made an athletic play on his 11-yard touchdown catch in the third quarter, rolling over a defender's body while avoiding being touched down to get across the goal line. The 24-year-old wide receiver has a chance to become the top option for Josh Allen after the Bills traded away Stefon Diggs in the offseason, but Shakir finished second on the team in both targets and receiving yards to rookie Keon Coleman, who caught four of his five targets for 51 yards in his NFL debut. Buffalo…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet against Pittsburgh
Shakir caught his only target for five yards in Saturday's 9-3 preseason win over the Steelers.
Analysis: It was expected that Shakir would be catching passes from Josh Allen throughout most of the first half, though Allen ultimately sat -- likely due to wet field conditions. Even surrounded by the first-team offense, Mitch Trubisky failed to move the ball down the field, causing Shakir and all primary pass catchers to post a muted stat line. Shakir worked primarily in the slot with Keon Coleman and Mack Hollins out wide, though Curtis Samuel did not suit up, which will skew perceived roles heading…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 8:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Bright spot amid team's poor outing
Shakir caught all three targets for 28 yards during Saturday's 33-6 preseason loss to the Bears.
Analysis: You will probably hear this nugget several times before fantasy drafts are over, but Shakir is the only wideout on the roster to ever catch a pass from Josh Allen. With Stefon Diggs off to Houston and Gabe Davis moving to the Jaguars, Shakir may be the best bet for fantasy production among the Buffalo wideout corps. However, rookie Keon Coleman is showing promise while veteran Curtis Samuel figures to see a number of touches in a jack-of-all-trades role, while running back James Cook and tight…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing during training camp
Shakir (lower body) participated in Buffalo's first training camp practice Wednesday, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: The 2022 fifth-round pick suffered a minor injury during June minicamp but is still positioned for a key role in a revamped receiver corps that also includes veteran newcomers Curtis Samuel, Mack Hollins, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Chase Claypool, as well as rookie Keon Coleman. With Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis no longer around, Shakir is the only wideout on the roster who has caught a pass from quarterback Josh Allen in a regular-season game. Shakir logged a 39-611-2 receiving line on 45…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 24 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Expects to be full go for camp
Shakir (lower body) said at Thursday's final minicamp practice that he expects to be 100 percent healthy for the start of training camp in late July, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: Shakir limped off the field with an apparent lower-body injury Tuesday, and while he hasn't practiced since, there doesn't seem to be substantial concern about his health. The 2022 fifth-round pick logged a strong end to the 2023 campaign and looks positioned as a key starter in Buffalo's wide receiver corps, which lost Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis but added Curtis Samuel and Keon Coleman, plus depth contributors Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Chase Claypool and Mack Hollins. Shakir is also the…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 13 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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Exits practice early
Shakir exited Tuesday's minicamp practice early due to an apparent lower-body issue, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo, Shakir chatted with trainers after suffering the injury and then limped off the field. He didn't return to the session and can be considered day-to-day. The 2022 fifth-rounder is the top returnee in a Buffalo WR corps that no longer includes Stefon Diggs or Gabe Davis, leaving Shakir to compete for snaps and targets with a group of newcomers that includes Curtis Samuel, rookie Keon Coleman, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Chase Claypool and Mack…read more
Published: Tue, Jun 11 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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New teammate in WR room
Shakir gained competition for snaps and targets after the Bills took Keon Coleman out of Florida State with the first pick of the second round Friday.
Analysis: This may not end up being a terrible thing for Shakir's 2024 outlook, as it was doubtful the Bills were going to enter the season with such a thin wideout crew, and a big target like Coleman could draw defensive attention away from Shakir. The latter is coming off a 39-611-2 season in 17 regular-season games, but with Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis off to new locales, Shakir has room to grow his production in his third NFL season. For now, he and Coleman project as starters, while Curtis Samuel is…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 30 at 10:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Standing continues to improve
Shakir faces a clearer path to targets in 2024 after the Bills traded Stefon Diggs to the Texans on Wednesday, just a few weeks after Gabe Davis signed as a free agent with the Jaguars.
Analysis: One would think Bills general manager Brandon Beane has a second move up his sleeve following Wednesday's blockbuster deal, plus Buffalo will almost certainly select one or two wide receivers toward the top of their draft. For the time being, though, Shakir and newcomer Curtis Samuel are the team's top two receivers. Shakir, who is heading into his third NFL season, is coming off a 2023 campaign in which he produced a 39-611-2 receiving line over 17 regular-season games. His fantasy prospects…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 3 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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Catches team's only receiving TD
Shakir hauled in seven of nine targets for 44 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 playoff loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Shakir got the start in place of the injured Gabe Davis (knee) and wound up having to briefly leave Sunday's playoff tilt with an injury of his own. The second-year wideout recovered quickly from his shoulder issue and finished the spot start as the Bills' top producer while leading his club in targets. Shakir finished a solid sophomore campaign (39/611/2 in the regular season) with a strong postseason receiving line of 10/75/2 across two playoff games. Buffalo has a decision to make on the…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to game
Shakir (shoulder) has returned to Sunday's divisional-round game against Kansas City, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: Shakir sustained a shoulder injury early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game but was cleared to return to action a few minutes later. He could continue to see a slight uptick in work since Gabe Davis (knee) is unavailable Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Shakir is questionable to return to Sunday's divisional-round game against Kansas City due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Shakir went down on a hit in the fourth quarter of Sunday's matchup and immediately jogged to the locker room afterward. The Bills are already short on receivers with Gabe Davis (knee) sidelined Sunday, so Trent Sherfield could see increased targets down the stretch if Shakir is unable to return.
Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Steps up in place of Davis
Shakir brought in all three of his targets for 31 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 31-17 wild-card win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Shakir got the start as the Bills' No. 2 wideout due to Gabe Davis (knee) being unable to suit up for Monday's playoff victory. The 2022 fifth-round selection didn't receive a huge bump in targets as anticipated, but he managed to score the last of Buffalo's four touchdowns with a Herculean individual effort in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Josh Allen hit Shakir on a drag route across the middle for what looked to be a one- or two-yard gain, but the Bills' slippery wideout ducked out of a…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 15 at 6:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Chance to shine
Shakir's teammate Gabe Davis has been ruled out of Sunday's playoff opener against the Steelers due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Shakir is coming off a fantastic game with six catches for 105 yards and will reprise the role of No. 2 wideout under top dog Stefon Diggs. There's a good chance Shakir will receive a healthy number of targets Sunday, though that comes with two caveats -- one is that the Bills always spread the ball around even when key players are hurt, the other being the weather forecast is calling for ugly, windy weather all afternoon.
Published: Fri, Jan 12 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Steps up in division-clinching game
Shakir caught all six of his targets for 105 yards in Sunday's 21-14 victory over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Gabe Davis left the game with a sprained PCL, but the Buffalo offense didn't miss a beat as Shakir stepped up. He finishes his second regular season with a 39-611-2 line, cementing himself as the clear No. 3 on the team -- not bad for a fifth-round pick. Shakir will be asked to handle No. 2 wideout duties behind Stefon Diggs if Davis isn't healthy in time for Sunday's playoff opener against the Steelers.
Published: Tue, Jan 9 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Modest role in important win
Shakir caught all four of his targets for 39 yards and carried once for 10 yards in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Since posting three catches for 115 yards and a touchdown in Week 11, Shakir hasn't topped 47 receiving yards in the ensuing five games and remains a fantasy option only in deep leagues while he's stuck in an offense with many mouths to feed. With the Bills possibly having everything on the line for a playoff spot Sunday against the Dolphins and at the very least having important seeding at stake, Shakir doesn't project to see an expanded role while Buffalo has all its key players suit up. On a…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Narrowly misses out on TD
Shakir recorded three catches on three targets for 45 yards in Saturday's 24-22 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Shakir has found opportunity hard to come by with both Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox healthy, as he entered Saturday's win with only one target in each of his last two games. He still had limited volume against the Chargers, but he had three impactful gains of 16, 15 and 14 yards. It originally appeared that Shakir scored a touchdown late in the fourth quarter to put the Bills ahead, though he was ruled down by contact. While it was a solid performance, Shakir will remain a peripheral option…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 23 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut out against Cowboys
Shakir failed to secure his lone target in Sunday's 31-10 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Shakir was targeted just once for the second straight week and saw his lowest offensive snap share (49 percent) since Week 7. The wideout's lack of opportunities came on a day when quarterback Josh Allen attempted just 15 passes in a blowout victory. Even so, Shakir's volatile production throughout the season makes him extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes.
Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 6:08am by Rotowire.com
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Reels in one catch
Shakir caught his only target for 12 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Shakir played 61 percent of the Bills' offensive snaps in the contest, operating as Buffalo's No. 3 wideout behind Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. The 23-year-old wideout saw his opportunities decrease Sunday, as he recorded just one target for the first time since Week 6. Shakir isn't seeing enough meaningful work in the Bills' passing attack to make him a reliable option for fantasy. He'll look to be more involved in what could be a shootout when the Bills host the Cowboys in Week 15.
Published: Tue, Dec 12 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear-cut No. 3 wideout
Shakir caught three balls on five targets for 47 yards during Sunday's 37-34 overtime loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Shakir comes with some risk on a week-to-week basis because the Bills offer so many other weapons in the passing game, but he's now had 45-plus yards in four of his last five games while never falling below 66 percent of the offensive snaps. As teams continue to shade attention toward studs Stefon Diggs and Dalton Kincaid, there will be open seams available to secondary options like Shakir and No. 2 wideout Gabe Davis, who posted a 6-105-1 line in Sunday's loss. Shakir is far ahead of any of…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 11:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-best performance Sunday
Shakir caught three of four targets for 115 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-6 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Most of the yardage came on Shakir's 81-yard TD midway through the third quarter, and the second-year wideout produced his first career 100-yard game while scoring his third career NFL touchdown and first since Week 2. It was an encouraging initial performance under new offensive coordinator Joe Brady, but Shakir has still seen more than four targets in a game only once this season, and until that volume increases he'll be tough to rely on in shallower fantasy formats.
Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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One grab in loss
Shakir caught one of his two targets for 24 yards in Monday's 24-22 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Shakir played 76 percent of the Bills' offensive snaps Monday behind Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis, who each played 98 percent of snaps. Despite earning increased opportunities over the previous three weeks, the 23-year-old Shakir's two targets were his lowest total since Week 6. With that said, Buffalo's passing attack struggled to get going on a day when Josh Allen completed just 15 passes for 177 yards. Shakir will look to bounce back when the Bills host the Jets in Week 11.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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Solid complementary numbers in loss
Shakir brought in all four targets for 57 yards and returned one kickoff for 27 yards in the Bills' 24-18 loss to the Bengals on Sunday night.
Analysis: Shakir finished third on Buffalo in receiving yards on the night and tied James Cook for the same slotting in receptions and targets, making it a solid encore to his career-best 6-92 line in the Week 8 win over the Buccaneers. Shakir notably had a much bigger role in the air attack Sunday than No. 2 receiver Gabe Davis, who didn't gather in either of his two targets. Nevertheless, Shakir figures to remain in the No. 3 role, at least on the depth chart, in a Week 10 Monday night home matchup…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-best showing Thursday
Shakir brought in all six targets for 92 yards and returned one kickoff for nine yards in the Bills' 24-18 win over the Buccaneers on Thursday night.
Analysis: The speedy second-year wideout was the surprise leader in receiving yards on the night for the Bills, and that total, along with his reception tally, were both career highs. Shakir's involvement in the air attack has shot up over the last two contests, as he's produced a 10-127 line on 10 targets in that span after heading into it with just four grabs for 40 yards on the season. Shakir has a good chance of remaining similarly involved in what should be a very competitive Week 9 road matchup…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game of 2023 season
Shakir caught all four targets for 35 yards in Buffalo's 29-25 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: This was the first time all season Shakir has caught more than one ball in a game, so there's still a long way to go for him to offer fantasy value. He saw action on 36 percent of the offensive plays compared to 27 percent for receiver teammate Deonte Harty and 23 percent for Trent Sherfield. Perhaps one of those players will see more involvement in the passing game now that tight end Dawson Knox is set to miss time with a wrist injury, though most of that overflow should head toward rookie TE…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win
Shakir reeled in his lone target for 13 yards in Sunday's 14-9 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Shakir earned just one target for the fifth straight game and continued his underwhelming start to the 2023 campaign. Through six games, the 23-year-old has totaled just four receptions for 40 yards and a touchdown. Operating as the No. 3 receiver Sunday, Shakir played just 39 percent of the Bills' offensive snaps. With Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis commanding the most attention from Josh Allen, the second-year wideout is lacking the opportunities to be a consistent contributor. Shakir should…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 4:51am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy heading into Week 5
Shakir (head) wasn't listed on Buffalo's initial Week 5 injury report Wednesday, Chris Brown of Bills Radio Network reports.
Analysis: Shakir was evaluated for a head injury during Sunday's 48-20 win over the Dolphins, but he has evidently avoided a concussion and practiced fully with the rest of his healthy teammates to begin Week 5 prep. The second-year wideout should be available this Sunday for the Bills' game against the Jaguars in London, but he holds only a minor role in the Buffalo passing attack. He's played fewer than 30 percent of the snaps on offense in each of the team's first four games and has cobbled together a…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with head injury
Shakir is being evaluated for a head injury and is uncertain to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Shakir went into halftime with a potential head injury and his status for the rest of the game is now in question. More information on Shakir will likely come when the third quarter starts.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Scores in romp over Raiders
Shakir caught his only target for 11 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: The Bills have a crowded offense, and barring injury, it's going to be tough for anyone else to leapfrog the big three of Stefon Diggs, James Cook and Gabe Davis. Shakir is instead battling for the leftovers with the 1-2 punch at tight end of Dawson Knox and Dalton Kincaid, as well as fellow depth receivers Trent Sherfield and Deonte Harty. Shakir played only 15 percent of the offensive snaps in Sunday's win, less than Sherfield (41 percent) or Harty (19 percent).
Published: Tue, Sep 19 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing Wednesday
Shakir (rib) returned to practice Wednesday, Sal Capaccio of WGR 550 Sports Radio reports.
Analysis: Shakir is back healthy with almost two weeks to spare before the Sept. 11 regular-season opener against the Jets. The second-year wide receiver will now set his sights on seizing the third spot on Buffalo's depth chart behind Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. Deonte Harty and Trent Sherfield are Shakir's top challengers for the No. 3 role.
Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Not slated to play Saturday
Shakir (ribs) is not in line to play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Shakir will now focus on recovering from his rib injury in time for Week 1 action. Once he's back in the mix, the 2022 fifth-rounder will continue to compete with Trent Sherfield and Deonte Harty for slotting behind Buffalo's top WR duo of Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis.
Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined
Shakir (ribs) won't practice Thursday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: With Shakir dealing with a rib issue, the 2022 fifth-rounder could be held out of Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears. Once Shakir is back in action, he'll continue to compete with Trent Sherfield and Deonte Harty for slotting behind the Bills' clear-cut top WR duo of Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis.
Published: Thu, Aug 24 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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Misses Tuesday's session
Shakir missed Tuesday's practice due to a rib injury, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: The Bills haven't indicated that the injury is anything serious, but Shakir is jockeying for positioning in the team's receiver pecking order, so any missed time could prove costly. He's coming off a two-catch, 25-yard performance Saturday against the Steelers and seems to be slotted third or fourth on the Bills' depth chart heading into Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears.
Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Records two catches Saturday
Shakir caught two of four targets for 25 yards in Saturday's 23-19 preseason win over the Colts.
Analysis: Shakir -- who is vying for the third spot on the depth chart -- got some decent run with Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis sitting out the preseason opener. The opposite was true for the 23-year-old Shakir in his rookie season, as the Bills were fortunate to keep their top three receivers healthy for most of the year. After Isaiah McKenzie departed in free agency, Shakir is a candidate to play his way into the vacant role this preseason. His next opportunity to prove himself will come against the…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 1:35am by Rotowire.com
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Shining in spring practices
Shakir has been impressive at spring practices, making his case for a regular role in three-wide formations, Mark Gaughan of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: The 2022 fifth-round pick had only 10 receptions during the regular season last year, mostly operating as Buffalo's No. 4 receiver, before coming on strong in the playoffs with five catches for 91 yards over two games. Shakir enters his second season with a nice chance to claim the third receiver spot, albeit in an offense that rarely took WRs Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis off the field last year and may now use more multi-TE formations after adding first-round pick Dalton Kincaid. The Bills also…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 15 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes first-year strides
Shakir finished the regular season with 10 catches for 161 yards and a TD catch over 14 games.
Analysis: Shakir was pretty far down the pecking order in a potent offense, but he did well as a fifth-round rookie just to be part of a veteran team's rotation. He even appeared in both playoff games and had 40-plus receiving yards in each. While the Bills will have some changes this offseason, most of the receiving room should remain intact and there could be added competition if veterans Cole Beasley and Jamison Crowder return. Still, Shakir may have more athletic talent than anyone in the team's…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 30 at 10:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Splits work with Beasley
Shakir played 30 of the Bills' 72 snaps on offense and recorded three receptions for 51 yards on five targets in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Dolphins in the wild-card round of the playoffs.
Analysis: Shakir's 42 percent offensive snap share was his largest since Week 12, as he and Cole Beasley (30 snaps) split the No. 3 receiver role in the postseason opener while Isaiah McKenzie (hamstring) was sidelined. Though Shakir and Beasley combined for a solid five catches for 86 yards and a touchdown across 10 targets, both players could seen downsized roles in Sunday's divisional-round matchup with the Bengals with McKenzie seemingly on track to return to the lineup. Jamison Crowder (ankle) also…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 18 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Tuesday
Shakir (illness) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.
Analysis: Shakir was sidelined for the first practice of Week 13 prep due to an illness, but he was a full participant during Tuesday's session and should be full go Thursday against New England. The rookie fifth-round pick has caught just one of four targets across his past five appearances.
Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing practice Monday
Shakir (illness) did not participate at practice Monday ahead of Thursday's game at New England, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Shakir saw his second highest snap share of the season in Buffalo's win at Detroit on Thanksgiving, but he'll now have to recover from an illness in order to suit up again in Week 13. The rookie fifth-rounder hasn't recorded a reception since Week 10, but he's returned a promising 7.9 yards per target through seven games this season.
Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Will not practice Sunday
Shakir (illness) won't practice Sunday, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
Analysis: Shakir will be absent for the start of the Bills' work week as they prepare to play the Patriots on Thursday. The rookie receiver has seen his role increase as Jamison Crowder and Jake Kumerow continue to miss time due to ankle injuries. Shakir most recently played 45 percent of the team's offensive snaps Thanksgiving, but he failed to see any targets, and he hasn't recorded a catch since Week 10 against the Vikings, then Week 6 against the Chiefs before that. He'll continue working to grab a…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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Small showing in big win
Shakir caught one of two targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: With Isaiah McKenzie returning to the lineup after a one-game absence due to a concussion, Shakir dropped down to fourth in the pecking order at receiver. He served as the Bills' No. 3 wideout Week 5 against the Steelers and recorded three catches for 75 yards and a touchdown, flashing some intriguing upside if a larger role should reopen later this season. Shakir has done well to go from being a healthy inactive Week 1 to becoming a tertiary member of the passing attack in short time, but he's…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first career TD
Shakir brought in three of five targets for 75 yards and a touchdown in the Bills' 38-3 win over the Steelers on Sunday. He also returned one kickoff for 34 yards.
Analysis: The rookie was due for an expanded role coming in with Jamison Crowder (ankle), Isaiah McKenzie (concussion) and Jake Kumerow (ankle) all sidelined, and although his volume wasn't extraordinary, he made very good use of it. Shakir recorded his first professional touchdown on a 24-yard grab late in the first half, and he could still have a serviceable role in a Week 6 road showdown against the Chiefs even if McKenzie returns, as Crowder is expected to miss multiple games.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins fray in comeback win
Shakir caught both of his targets for 23 yards in Sunday's win over the Ravens.
Analysis: While the production wasn't huge, the rookie's catches were timely, and the 17-point comeback may not have been possible without Shakir's contributions. The fifth-round rookie from Boise State had an excellent camp, but he's been inactive for two games to date while the Super Bowl-contending Bills have gone with more established players to keep their high-powered offense chugging. Those plans could be changing, however, with Jamison Crowder suffering a broken ankle, Isaiah McKenzie in the…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch in Week 3
Shakir (coach's decision) is inactive Week 3 against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Shakir saw two targets across 23 offensive snaps last week against the Titans, but he'll be the odd man out among the wideouts following the return of Gabe Davis (ankle). The Bills will proceed with five active wide receivers, and this move also solidifies the fact that frequent special teams contributor Jake Kumerow is ahead of Shakir on the depth chart.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Monday's game
Shakir is active for Monday night's game against the Titans, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The rookie fifth-rounder was inactive Week 1, but he'll join the Bills' wide receiver mix Monday, with Gabe Davis (ankle) not playing. With Stefon Diggs, Isaiah McKenzie, Jamison Crowder and Jake Kumerow also available, however, it remains to be seen how much work Shakir will see in his NFL debut.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive for Week 1
Shakir is inactive for Thursday night's season opener against the Rams.
Analysis: The rookie fifth-rounder thus will wait to make his NFL regular season debut. To start the season, the Bills' wideout corps will be comprised of Stefon Diggs, Gabe Davis, Isaiah McKenzie, Jamison Crowder and Jake Kumerow.
Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Claims roster spot
Shakir remains on Buffalo's initial 53-man roster following Tuesday's wave of cuts, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Shakir's inclusion on the roster was expected, as he's shined all summer, showing that his playmaking ability and football acumen exceed his fifth-round draft status. For now, Shakir appears to be the fifth receiver on the depth chart, but since the No. 3 and No. 4 options -- Isaiah McKenzie and Jamison Crowder -- play primarily out of the slot, Shakir could have a strong footprint in a high-powered offense if the Bills happen to be without one of Stefon Diggs or Gabriel Davis at any point.
Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Gets look on special teams
Shakir returned two punts for 27 yards and also had a fair catch in Friday's preseason loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Shakir had been one of Buffalo's top pass catchers from a statistical perspective through two preseason games. While he didn't make an impact offensively in the final exhibition, he showed playmaking ability on special teams. Though it may come later in the season -- or in future years -- Shakir has showcased promise as a potential producer throughout his first training camp as a pro.
Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 9:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Keeps rolling
Shakir caught three receptions for 59 yards on three targets in Buffalo's preseason game against Denver on Saturday.
Analysis: Shakir has generally played as a backup and figures to remain one through the duration of his rookie season, but the talented fifth-round pick from Boise State clearly fell too far in the draft, and the Bills eventually will profit from that fact. Even if he can't break the top three on the Buffalo wideout depth chart, Shakir's talent looms as a concern for fellow slow wideouts like Jamison Crowder and Isaiah McKenzie.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Shines in pro debut
Shakir caught all five of his targets for 92 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Colts on Saturday.
Analysis: The fifth-round rookie has shined throughout summer work, and that carried right over into preseason action. The Bills' top two wideouts are set between Stefon Diggs and Gabriel Davis while one of Isaiah McKenzie and Jamison Crowder will be the main slot guy, but there's room for 1-to-2 more guys to make the Week 1 roster, and Shakir looks to be heavily in that mix. Nonetheless, as many predicted in April, it looks like the Bills may have gotten a bit of a steal in Round 5.
Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Shakir (soreness) returned to practice Wednesday, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
Analysis: Shakir missed only a few practices and may thus stand a chance to make his NFL debut in Saturday's exhibition against Indianapolis. The rookie fifth-round pick is competing for a backup receiver job and return work.
Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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Missing practice time
Shakir missed practice for the second straight day Monday due to "continued soreness," Grace Heidinger of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: This doesn't sound like anything serious for the fifth-round rookie, but he's going to be in for a dogfight for slotting (or even a roster spot) to begin the season, and any missed practice time could prove costly. On a brighter note, Shakir has been said to be turning heads throughout the summer, and the Bills did trade up to get him on Day 3 of the draft following a stellar college career at Boise State.
Published: Mon, Aug 8 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong start to training camp
Shakir had a strong weekend of practice, taking advantage of extra opportunities with veterans Jamison Crowder and Jake Kumerow (undisclosed) sidelined by injuries, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Crowder is making progress and expected to practice in some capacity this week, potentially pushing Isaiah McKenzie back to more second-team work. Shakir, a rookie fifth-round pick, has mostly worked with the backups this summer, but he could have a Week 1 role as the fourth or fifth receiver.
Published: Mon, Aug 1 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Shakir (undisclosed) participated in minicamp Tuesday after being sidelined for OTAs, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shakir's move to being a full participant is a good sign for the rookie wideout, who will likely be competing with newly added Tavon Austin and holdover Isaiah McKenzie for snaps next season.
Published: Tue, Jun 14 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined to start minicamp
Shakir didn't participate in Tuesday's mandatory minicamp due to an undisclosed injury, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shakir was selected by the Bills in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but he faces an uphill battle for targets as a rookie. The severity of the wideout's injury remains unclear, but any prolonged absence will impact his ability to make an impact in Year 1.
Published: Tue, Jun 7 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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