Buffalo Bills wide receiver DJ Moore has been designated as doubtful to return to Sunday’s contest against the New England Patriots after sustaining a shoulder injury in the second quarter. Moore’s current status follows a recent history of managing a shoulder issue.
Moore’s Injury Against the Patriots
During the second quarter of the game against the Patriots, Moore left the field and was diagnosed with a shoulder injury. According to the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, this setback is potentially an aggravation of a shoulder problem he has been tending to since Week 2 of the season. His departure leaves the Bills’ receiving corps seeking depth for the remainder of the match.
Prior Status and Week 3 Performance
Moore’s status had been uncertain heading into Week 3 due to a shoulder injury sustained during the Week 2 win against the Lions, which left his availability ‘up in the air’ until game time. Despite the concerns, he suited up and played a significant role, earning eight of Josh Allen’s first 20 targets and finishing with a respectable 12.7 PPR points, without appearing limited, as reported by Yahoo Sports. He had been a limited participant in Friday’s practice but did not carry an injury designation for Sunday’s game.
Bills’ Wide Receiver Depth and Other Injury Updates
Should Moore be unable to re-enter the game, other Bills wide receivers are prepared to step up. Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Joshua Palmer, and Greg Dortch are all on hand for additional reps in the Bills’ offence. The team has seen other players step up in key moments, mirroring situations such as when Seahawks QB Sam Darnold was injured and Drew Lock led a comeback.
In related injury news for the Bills, Keon Coleman (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice but does not have an injury designation for Sunday’s game. Davis (hamstring) is questionable for the contest. Quarterback Josh Allen (knee) was not even listed on Wednesday’s injury report, indicating his full health.
