After Week 8 of the NFL season, Buffalo Bills' quarterback, Josh Allen, couldn't help but share his admiration for first-year wide receiver, Keon Coleman. Typically, rookies step onto the field with the goal of adapting to the fierce competition gradually throughout their debut season. However, the swift rise to prominence of Buffalo Bills' wide receiver, Keon Coleman, has caught everyone by surprise.
Coleman has led the Buffalo wideouts in snaps, making 12 catches for 201 yards and two touchdowns. But the last two weeks have launched Coleman into the national spotlight.
In the Bills' Week 7 victory over the Tennessee Titans, Coleman made four catches for 125 yards. He followed this with another five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown in the Bills' Week 8 win over the Seattle Seahawks. Coleman’s ability to make the contested catch, his blocking prowess, and his skills in the red zone, are all testament to why Buffalo found him an attractive prospect during the pre-draft process.
Coleman's performances have been nothing short of impressive. His performance against Seattle, where he made a first-quarter touchdown against former Pro Bowl cornerback Riq Woolen, was perhaps his most notable to date. The moment was a perfect illustration of Coleman’s ability to elevate the Bills' offense.
Coleman took part in a position-high 63 snaps during the game, suggesting he's earned the trust of his coaching staff. He's also won the confidence of quarterback Josh Allen, who frequently sought him out during key moments of the game.
Following the game, Allen was all praises for the rookie, expressing excitement about his recent development. He stated, “Absolutely [playing more confident], and that’s something, our staff has got him rolling,” Allen said. “When he knows what he’s doing and gets rolling, he’s a damn good football player. He’s only going to get better."
Coleman's rapid development in his early professional career is a promising sign for the Buffalo Bills. The rookie’s impact has been undeniable. As Allen notes, Coleman is only set to improve as he further develops and acclimates to the professional level.
