Bills' Patience Wears Thin on WR Keon Coleman After Third Benching for Lateness

Buffalo Bills' second-year wide receiver Keon Coleman faces dwindling patience after his third benching in two years, twice this season, for being late to a team meeting. This latest incident occurred before the Bills' 44-32 victory over Tampa Bay, a game where the passing offense performed well without him. Veteran tackle Dion Dawkins delivered a blunt message, stating, "Pats on the back are over with and it’s time for him to grow up." While Coleman acknowledged needing to improve, he notably responded, "Nah, I wouldn’t say that," when asked if coach Sean McDermott's message was received, citing "Mistakes happen." Despite being a 2024 second-round pick, chosen over Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey, Coleman's inconsistency is a concern. After a strong season opener (8 catches, 112 yards, TD), he has only 24 catches for 218 yards and two scores since. He now risks losing his depth chart spot to players like Gabe Davis and breakout performer Tyrell Shavers.