Bills lose key starter moments before kickoff

The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for a division-rival showdown against the Miami Dolphins. Injuries have plagued the team since the beginning of the season. Fans were heartbroken to learn that their star safety, Micah Hyde, would be missing the remainder of the season. With a huge matchup about to take place, the Bills have […]

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Jan 15, 2022; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates a touchdown pass with center Mitch Morse (60) during the third quarter of the AFC Wild Card playoff game against the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for a division-rival showdown against the Miami Dolphins.

Injuries have plagued the team since the beginning of the season. Fans were heartbroken to learn that their star safety, Micah Hyde, would be missing the remainder of the season.

With a huge matchup about to take place, the Bills have lost yet another key piece to their team, specifically their offense.

Mitch Morse has been a staple in this Buffalo Bills offense and his absence will undoubtedly hurt the team. McDermott and Beane will need to continue to impose their "next man up" mentality to get the job done in Miami. Morse's backup, Greg Van Roten, appears to get the nod at starting center.

Including Morse, the Bills will be without six of their starters coming into the matchup, including the loss of Micah Hyde.

On the bright side, Josh Allen gets another one of his weapons back. Last week, Gabe Davis was out against the Titans. Gabe Davis will be good to go for the matchup today.

This game has all the makings to be a shootout. This Bills team has a depleted secondary in which all players combined have three NFL starts. Luckily, Josh Allen is healthy. This is going to be a shootout that will depend on the success of #17 on the field.

When Josh Allen is playing, the Bills still have a good chance at victory.

Inactives

  • WR Khalil Shakir
  • CB Dane Jackson
  • TE Tommy Sweeney
  • DT Jordan Phillips
  • S Jordan Poyer
  • OL Mitch Morse
  • DT Ed Oliver

Featured image via Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports