Fri, 11 Aug 2023

Allen and Diggs Given Preseason Opener Break by Bills Against Colts

Buffalo Bills

Buffalo Bills Opt to Rest QB Josh Allen and WR Stefon Diggs for Preseason Matchup Against Indianapolis Colts

McDermott

Head coach Sean McDermott has confirmed the choice, a common strategy for key players during the initial preseason match.

Rehearsal

Allen and Diggs are expected to join in either the second or third preseason game as part of the dress rehearsal process.

Quarterback

Quarterback Kyle Allen is anticipated to start, with Matt Barkley likely taking over in the second half.

The preseason matchup is scheduled to commence at 1 p.m. Eastern Time.

Preseason Games

The Bills have remaining preseason games scheduled against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Chicago Bears.

Their regular season debut is set against the New York Jets on September 11th.

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