Skyler Bell

Bell enters a loaded Bills WR room behind DJ Moore (WR1), Khalil Shakir (WR2 when healthy), Joshua Palmer, and Keon Coleman. He projects as WR5 at best in Year 1, making immediate fantasy relevance very unlikely.

Bell turns 24 in July 2026, making him one of the older skill players in this draft class. His dynasty ceiling is compressed compared to younger prospects — the typical WR prime window (ages 24–28) is partially consumed before he ever plays a down.

Fourth-round capital means no guaranteed role and an easy cut/practice-squad path if he doesn't separate in camp. Older-prospect profile (age 23, three years at Wisconsin before UConn) limits the developmental runway teams typically grant late picks.

Bell posted a 7% drop rate in college, the fourth-highest mark in the 2026 class. Drops in a Josh Allen offense are a quick way to lose targets and playing time, especially competing with established veterans.

Josh Allen is the best-case QB scenario for any receiver. Even a WR4-5 role in Buffalo carries more real-world upside than a WR2 role on a league-average offense — if Bell carves any role, the scoring upside is significant.

Keon Coleman underdelivered in Year 2 (38 catches, 404 yards, 53% snap rate) despite organizational support rhetoric. Bell's arrival signals the Bills may be ready to move on, creating a realistic path to a real role if Coleman continues to disappoint.

Bell is one of the most-discussed late-round picks, tagged a dynasty sleeper and rookie 'breakout/superstar candidate' by multiple outlets, with some projecting him ahead of Keon Coleman entering camp. Cheap acquisition cost relative to the buzz.

Khalil Shakir is recovering from an ankle injury entering camp. If Shakir's recovery is slow or he suffers a setback, Bell's path to WR3 snaps accelerates meaningfully in 2026.

Bell's 4.41 speed, 39.5" vertical, and elite YAC ability (8.2 YAC/reception in 2025) fit what Buffalo wants from a complementary receiver. His route versatility inside and outside is a coaching-staff-friendly trait.

Consensus All-American at UConn with single-season program records of 101 catches and 13 TDs (1,278 yards, 2nd nationally), plus a 4.40 forty and 41-inch vertical — production-plus-athleticism profile that can outgrow Day 3 capital.