The Buffalo Bills made a strategic move in round 2 of the NFL Draft with their pick No. 33. In a packed stadium, host Aaron Williams announced Keon Coleman as the Bill’s latest acquisition. This seemingly straightforward decision was actually the result of careful planning and consideration. 

What do you think propelled the Bills to make this wide receiver pick? Only quarterback Josh Allen’s desperation led Buffalo to land the Florida State Seminoles WR. 

Is Coleman what Allen wished for?

The Buffalo Bills made two trades on the first night of the 2024 NFL Draft. Bills GM Brandon Beane strategically secured his pass catcher at the top of Round 2, bringing in Coleman. This move was part of a larger plan. With the trade of Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans, the team’s franchise quarterback, Allen, was significantly affected. The wide receiver position was further depleted with Gabriel Davis leaving Buffalo, leaving Allen with fewer offensive options. 

A few days ago on The QB Room podcast, Allen appeared as a guest with his best pal and former teammate, Kyle Allen. He confirmed that wide receiver becomes the #1 priority for the Buffalo Bills in the draft. When asked about who he and the Bills’ eyes are on, he first mentions the first-tier wide receivers. Then, he further confirmed the second-tier list that Coleman mentioned. It opens up with how the Bills handed Allen a solid weapon, Coleman, on the boundary. 

Impressive track records held by Coleman

This marked the first time in history that the team traded out of the first round during the draft. However, the Bills soon kicked off by filling their primary need of bringing in a wide receiver. The 6-foot-3, 213-pound FSU star was the eighth receiver to be selected among the first 33 picks. 

Coleman’s outstanding track record for the 2023 season earned him a spot in the Sean McDermott squad. His performance was exceptional, finishing the last season with 50 catches for 658 yards, averaging 13.2 yards per reception. He missed only a pair of passes and scored 11 touchdowns, making him the most dynamic player for FSU. His college career at Michigan State was equally impressive, with 1,506 yards receiving on 115 receptions and 19 touchdowns. Coleman’s successful debut at FSU, where he scored three touchdowns, likely left a lasting impression on Beane and McDermott, further bolstering their confidence in his potential.

This successful feat that Coleman racked up and his numbers seemed to have been a good enough reason to help the Bills gift Allen with his wish. It is now to be seen how the quarterback makes use of this wish fulfillment, taking the Empire State by storm and moving ahead of Buffalo’s mistake of trading Xavier Worthy.