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Dalton Kincaid’s Early Breakout Cools as Targets Dry Up

Joe Brady said fewer routes driven by opponent adjustments reduced Kincaid’s targets for the Bills.

Overview

  • Kincaid opened the season with big receiving games that put him atop tight end yards after a 130-yard outing and a 95-yard game with a touchdown.
  • His production fell sharply in the next game when the Chargers limited him and he finished with two catches, 38 yards and a lost fumble.
  • Kincaid was used sparingly in Buffalo’s loss to New England, recording one catch for seven yards on two targets while running only 17 routes, according to coach Joe Brady.
  • Fantasy managers have voiced frustration online as early-season upside has given way to volatility in usage and game-to-game output.
  • The early surge was enabled by multi–tight-end personnel that increased his snaps, but analysts warn the sample is small and the Bills must adjust their game plan—especially with D.J. Moore’s shoulder issue—to decide whether Kincaid’s role will grow again.