Buffalo Rumblings
Following a spirited and physical joint practice on Friday, the Buffalo Bills will face the Chicago Bears at 8 p.m. EDT tonight in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason. With the NFL’s roster cut down day fast approaching (August 27 at 4 p.m. EDT), players are looking to make a lasting impression on general manager Brandon Beane and head coach Sean McDermott in their bid to earn a roster spot.
Today’s edition of Buffalo Rumblinks leads off by previewing the game and offers up a few reasons why Bills Mafia should watch, including who can emerge from a crowded wide receiver room behind Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman and Josh Palmer.
During an interview with local Bills reporters, Sean McDermott didn’t reveal how he would play his starters vs. the Bears. Besides seeing how much playing time (if any) reigning NFL MVP Josh Allen and the rest of Buffalo’s starters receive vs. Chicago, the other story lines to watch tonight include: which wide receivers can separate themselves from the pack at the back of the depth chart; how quickly assumed safety starters Cole Bishop and Taylor Rapp develop their on-field chemistry; the primary returner battle between Laviska Shenault and Brandon Codrington; defensive tackles T.J. Sanders and Deone Walker look to continue their solid play this preseason; and what can rookie tackle Chase Lundt do for an encore after a flawless debut vs. the New York Giants?
Plus, a run through a few Bills who could use a strong performance tonight; an updated 53-man roster projection; hear why running back Ray Davis won’t be attempting any more extra points this preseason; learn how Shenault is showcasing his versatility; and share how Bills fans can follow along with the action in Chicago.
