Overview
- Tight end Dalton Kincaid was declared inactive with a hamstring injury after limited practices on Thursday and Friday.
- Buffalo elevated tight end Keleki Latu from the practice squad for a third time, with Dawson Knox set to start and Latu available as the No. 3 option.
- Left tackle Dion Dawkins (concussion) and right tackle Spencer Brown (shoulder) were ruled out, with Ryan Van Demark and Alec Anderson expected to step in and Tylan Grable activated as depth.
- Linebacker Baylon Spector was elevated as Terrel Bernard (elbow) joined the inactives, reinforcing depth on defense.
- Coach Sean McDermott emphasized a focus on execution against a highly regarded Steelers front as Buffalo seeks a win with wild‑card positioning at stake.