As the Buffalo Bills prepare for an AFC Showdown with the Houston Texans, they are looking to bounce back following an embarrassing defeat to the Baltimore Ravens. However, they will have to do so without several key contributors on both sides of the ball.
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Head coach Sean McDermott confirmed that four players have already been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans: defensive tackle Austin Johnson is dealing with an oblique injury. Defensive tackle Ed Oliver is dealing with a hamstring, safety Taylor Rapp is dealing with a concussion and wide receiver Khalil Shakir is dealing with an ankle issue.
Shakir, 24, had been off to a positive start this season, recording 18 receptions for 230 yards and two touchdowns. His absence will leave a void in Buffalo’s receiving corps that is still trying to find consistency and a No. 1 target as they face a Texans team coming off an impressive defensive showing.