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Josh Allen Weathers Vikings' Defense, Posts Season-Low Output
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen completed 21 of 31 passes for 234 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in his team's 23-6 road win against the Minnesota Vikings. He added 15 yards on six carries. It may not have been the heroic effort fantasy managers have grown accustomed to, but Allen overcame one of the league's most formidable defenses. The California native was under duress all night, taking 11 hits and getting sacked four times. However, he logged his eighth straight game with at least 200 passing yards, and played well enough to get the job done. Unfortunately, Allen's fantasy output was his worst of the season, despite helping his team to a stellar 7-1 start. He figures to rebound in a slightly softer matchup next weekend when Buffalo takes on the New York Jets on the road.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
James Cook III Shines in MNF Win
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III totaled 107 yards and a touchdown on his 31 carries in Monday night's 23-6 road win against the Minnesota Vikings. He failed to bring in his lone target. Cook had been ineffective for a large portion of this one, but still got it done for fantasy with a late trip to the end zone. The former Georgia Bulldog handled his largest rush volume of the season and went over the century mark for the fourth time in 2026. It was also his seventh consecutive game with at least one rushing score. This was by no means Cook's most efficient effort, but he's once again been a strong asset at the position. It'd be nice to see him more involved in the passing game. Still, owners can take solace in the fact that he's on pace to tie his 2024 career-high of 16 rushing touchdowns. The 27-year-old will line up with a vulnerable New York Jets rush defense his next time out in Week 10.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Joshua Palmer Placed on Injured Reserve
The Buffalo Bills placed wide receiver Joshua Palmer (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Monday, according to Sal Capaccio of WGR 550. In a corresponding move, receiver Trent Sherfield Sr. was elevated to the active roster for the Monday night game against the Minnesota Vikings. Palmer played in only 12 games (eight starts) in 2025 in his first year with the Bills due to injuries and has had a tough time staying on the field again in 2026. The 27-year-old has played in six games so far this year and has been almost non-existent on offense, catching just four of his 12 targets for 117 yards, although he has found the end zone twice on his four catches. It was always going to be an uphill battle for Palmer to return to fantasy relevance in Buffalo this year after the Bills acquired DJ Moore in an offseason trade from the Chicago Bears. Palmer will not be eligible to return from IR until the Dec. 6 game on the road against the division-rival New England Patriots. In most single-year fantasy football leagues, Palmer should be on the waiver wire.
Source: WGR 550 - Sal Capaccio
Source: WGR 550 - Sal Capaccio
Keon Coleman Worth Monitoring as Potential Waiver Addition
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman is set to play Monday night against Minnesota after being limited in practice during the week with a shoulder injury. Coleman caught one pass for four yards against Baltimore in Week 8, despite playing 63 snaps. He has 20 catches for 287 yards and three touchdowns in seven games, but hasn't seen enough consistent targets to become a reliable fantasy option. Joshua Palmer (hamstring) is out Monday, which could open up more opportunities for Coleman. He'll still have to compete for targets with DJ Moore, who drew seven looks against Baltimore. Coleman is available in most fantasy leagues and is worth considering as a bench stash, especially if he sees more involvement against Minnesota. His performance on Monday should help managers decide whether to put in a claim this week.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyler Bass Remains Perfect
Bills kicker Tyler Bass remains perfect as Buffalo prepares to play the Minnesota Vikings in Week 9. Bass has made all 16 of his field goal attempts this year, with his longest coming from 56 yards. After questions to begin the year, Bass has come through with an incredible start to the year and is RotoBaller's eighth-ranked kicker this week. Bass is projected to score nine fantasy points against the Vikings, who forced three field goal attempts against the Lions a week ago. During that matchup, Detroit kicker Jake Bates finished 2 for 3 on his field goal attempts, including a missed kick from 46 yards.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Dalton Kincaid Faces Tough Matchup
Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid enjoyed a solid performance against the Baltimore Ravens last week, but faces a tougher task in the Minnesota Vikings' pass defense this week. Minnesota limited talented Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta to just three receptions for 33 yards a week ago and will look to hold Kincaid to a similar total in Week 9. Kincaid recorded a team-high 86 yards receiving and a touchdown on four receptions during a win over the Ravens. He is RotoBaller's 13th-ranked tight end and is projected to score nine fantasy points against the Vikings, who have allowed a league-low four touchdowns through the air this season. Kincaid (chest) was questionable entering last week's game against the Ravens, but he is good to go after practicing in full the last two days of the week leading into the Vikings game.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Khalil Shakir Gaining Steam Entering Vikings Game
Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir got off to a slow start to the season but is starting to heat up as Buffalo faces off against a challenging Minnesota Vikings pass defense in Week 9. Shakir started the season with just eight receptions in his first three games, but over his last four contests, he has totaled 19 receptions for 260 yards and a touchdown. Shakir will now take on a Vikings secondary that has limited its opponents to a league-best -0.28 EPA per pass, according to Next Gen Stats. Last week against the Detroit Lions, Minnesota limited Detroit's shifty receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to an average of just 6.6 yards per reception. Shakir is RotoBaller's 45th-ranked wide receiver and is projected to score eight fantasy points against the Vikings.
Source: Next Gen Stats
Source: Next Gen Stats
DJ Moore Hopes to Build on Solid Return
Bills wide receiver DJ Moore enjoyed a solid return from injury last week against the Ravens and will hope to build on it during a tough matchup on Monday night. Moore and the Bills take on a Vikings defense that has limited its opponents to just 154.9 yards passing per game this season, the best mark in the NFL. Last week, Minnesota limited the Detroit Lions to just 154 yards passing, while Detroit's leading receiver, Jameson Williams, finished with just 70 yards on four receptions. Moore recorded four receptions on seven targets, finishing the game against the Ravens with 82 yards receiving and a touchdown, while also fumbling the ball away. He is RotoBaller's 23rd-ranked wide receiver and is projected to score 10 fantasy points against the Vikings.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
James Cook III Could Expose Vikings' Run Defense
If there is one way to beat the Minnesota Vikings' defense, which is ranked No. 1 against the pass, it's through the running game. That's what Bills running back James Cook III will look to do on Monday night, when Buffalo takes on Minnesota in a critical non-conference affair. The Vikings have allowed 116.7 yards rushing per game this season, which is ranked in the bottom half of the NFL. Last week against the Detroit Lions, the Vikings allowed Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs to total 153 yards on the ground and score a touchdown rushing. Cook is coming off his worst performance of the season in terms of yards per carry (3.8) against the Baltimore Ravens, but he has scored a touchdown in six straight games and will look to extend that streak vs. the Vikings. Cook is RotoBaller's 10th-ranked running back and is projected to score 13 fantasy points against Minnesota.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Josh Allen Goes Up Against Vaunted Vikings Defense
Bills quarterback Josh Allen is RotoBaller's No. 2-ranked quarterback as Buffalo takes on the aggressive Minnesota Vikings defense on Monday night. The Vikings are blitzing opposing quarterbacks at an incredibly high rate this season, with their blitz percentage sitting at 73.1%, according to Next Gen Stats. Expect Allen, who has been sacked just 13 times this season, to be under duress early and often against Minnesota. How he handles the blitz will be a deciding factor in Monday's contest. Allen has completed 65.7% of his passes against the blitz this season, but he has been intercepted three times while throwing three touchdowns when opposing defenses bring extra pressure. The Bills could be without two starting offensive linemen this week, as left guard Alec Anderson and left tackle Dion Dawkins are both questionable. Allen is projected to score 21 fantasy points against the Vikings.
Source: Next Gen Stats
Source: Next Gen Stats
Keon Coleman Avoids Injury Designation for Monday Night
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman (shoulder) carries no injury designation for Monday night's Week 9 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings after being limited in practice Thursday and Friday. Coleman played a team-high 63 offensive snaps against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8, but caught just one of three targets for four yards. His limited involvement was particularly concerning with DJ Moore returning to the lineup and immediately commanding a team-high seven targets. Coleman has recorded 20 receptions for 287 yards and three touchdowns across seven appearances, but his playing time has not consistently translated into receiving opportunities. RotoBaller's Week 9 PPR rankings place him at WR53, reflecting his limited appeal as a starting option in most 12-team fantasy leagues.
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Khalil Shakir Good to Go After Missing Friday's Practice
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir carries no game-status designation for Monday night's Week 9 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings after returning to practice Saturday. Shakir missed Friday's session because of an excused personal matter, with no injury reported. The 26-year-old has caught 27 of 38 targets for 354 yards and a touchdown across seven appearances this season. He remained involved following DJ Moore's return against Baltimore in Week 8, securing five of six targets for 64 yards. Shakir has exceeded 60 receiving yards in three of his last four games, although Moore and Dalton Kincaid remain significant competition for targets. RotoBaller ranks Shakir WR44 in its Week 9 PPR rankings, leaving him as a deeper-league flex consideration rather than a dependable WR3 against Minnesota.
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
DJ Moore Cleared for Week 9 Matchup Against Vikings
Buffalo Bills wide receiver DJ Moore (shoulder) carries no injury designation for Monday night's Week 9 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, according to the team's final injury report. Moore was limited in practice Thursday and Friday while continuing to manage the shoulder injury that previously sidelined him for two games. He returned against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8 and caught four of seven targets for 82 yards and a touchdown, including a 49-yard reception. Moore led Buffalo in targets despite playing 66% of the offensive snaps, an encouraging sign for his involvement in Josh Allen's passing attack. RotoBaller's Week 9 PPR rankings place Moore at WR25, making him a strong WR3 option in 12-team leagues against Minnesota.
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Joshua Palmer Ruled Out Against Vikings in Week 9
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday night's Week 9 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Sal Capaccio. Head coach Joe Brady confirmed that Palmer is the only Buffalo player ruled out for the game. The 27-year-old missed practice Thursday and Friday and was not spotted during Saturday's media viewing period. Palmer suffered his injury while running a deep route during Buffalo's Week 8 victory over the Baltimore Ravens and was unable to return. He has caught four of 12 targets for 117 yards and two touchdowns across six appearances this season. Khalil Shakir returned to practice Saturday after missing Friday for personal reasons, while DJ Moore (shoulder) and Keon Coleman (shoulder) were limited Friday. Greg Dortch and Skyler Bell could see additional offensive snaps with Palmer unavailable, although his limited involvement this season leaves little established receiving volume to redistribute.
Source: Sal Capaccio
Source: Sal Capaccio
Khalil Shakir Back at Practice on Saturday
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir (personal) is back at practice on Saturday after being a non-participant on Friday due to a personal issue, according to Sal Capaccio of WGR 550. Shakir will most likely be removed from the team's final Week 9 injury report on Saturday and play on Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings. The 26-year-old will be a risky WR4/flex option going into the primetime game on the road against one of the best defenses in the league. Through eight weeks, the Vikings' defense has allowed the third-fewest half-PPR points to opposing receivers, with only the Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs allowing fewer. Shakir is a reliable weapon for quarterback Josh Allen in the passing attack in Buffalo, but he has always had a relatively low floor for fantasy football managers, and he has yet to have a 100-yard receiving game in 2026. He is averaging 13.1 yards per catch in seven games this season on 27 catches (38 targets) for 354 yards and only one touchdown. Shakir has never had more than four touchdown receptions in his four NFL campaigns coming into this year.
Source: WGR 550 - Sal Capaccio
Source: WGR 550 - Sal Capaccio
