The Buffalo Bills utilized the 33rd overall pick in the draft to select a receiver from Florida State, a choice expected to complement quarterback Josh Allen, especially during improvised plays. Allen, known for his ability to extend plays, shares a promising synergy with the rookie receiver Keon Coleman. Bills’ general manager Brandon Beane expressed confidence in the match, highlighting Coleman’s enthusiasm for joining the team. Coleman, previously accustomed to working alongside mobile quarterbacks like Jordan Travis at Florida State, emphasized his adaptability during his introductory press conference.
Allen’s proficiency in prolonging plays, demonstrated in critical moments like his touchdown passes to Khalil Shakir and Dawson Knox, underscores his value as a quarterback. Coleman, who secured touchdowns on 11 of his 50 receptions in the past season, stressed the importance of maintaining rapport with the quarterback even when not open initially. Standing at 6-foot-3, Coleman’s ability to win contested balls, evident in his minimal dropped passes and his knack for the scramble drill, makes him a reliable target for Allen.
Beane highlighted Coleman’s potential to become a trusted option for Allen, capable of making catches even in coverage situations, thanks to his wingspan and ball skills. The addition of Coleman augments Allen’s arsenal, providing him with another reliable target for various throws, including back-shoulder fades and end zone passes. Beane pointed to Coleman’s tape as evidence of his proficiency in making such plays.
