Bills' Practice Squad Tracker: 3 changes made after initial squad signed

With each player being eligible for up to three regular season gameday elevations, the practice squad is as important as ever in today's NFL.

The Buffalo Bills have effectively built their practice squad in recent years, employing a balanced mix of young prospects, veteran reserves and developmental players.

Now that the initial 53-man roster is set, the Bills' construction of their 2025 PS unit is underway.

Prior to Wednesday's waiver claims deadline, the Bills already secured commitments from two former players, who will provide veteran leadership moving forward. Buffalo has plans for defensive tackle Jordan Phillips and former All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer on the practice squad.

The Bills confirmed the signings of 16 players to P-squad contracts on Wednesday afternoon.

On Thursday, Buffalo announced the removal of 2024 sixth-round cornerback Daequan Hardy from the initial practice squad and added two players who were cut by other teams.

Subsequently, the Bills signed former Washington Commanders' seventh-round defensive end Andre Jones Jr. and Tennessee Titans' cut cornerback Jalen Kimber, bumping their P-squad total to 17 players (thanks to the NFL International Pathway exemption for Travis Clayton).

Aug 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Daequan Hardy (25) defends Chicago Bears running back Ian Wheeler (33) | David Banks-Imagn Images

QB Shane Buechele

Buechele is back on the practice squad after a phenomenal preseason finale. He's a solid emergency QB option who has experience in the room.

LB Jimmy Ciarlo

The "Hard Knocks" star is joining the practice squad as expected. He figures to be a gameday elevation for special teams purposes in the event of an injury.

OL Travis Clayton

The NFL International Pathway player, a 2024 seventh-roound draft pick, is back in a development role with the Bills.

OL Dan Feeney

The veteran interior lineman is an ideal reserve due to his experience and versatility. Feeney, who has 65 career NFL regular season starts, joined the Bills in early August.

S Sam Franklin

The former Carolina Panthers' special teams ace reunites with Bills' new special teams coordinator Chris Tabor.

RB Frank Gore Jr.

Gore Jr. returns to the Bills' practice squad after spending the entire 2024 campaign there. He recorded 100+ rushing yards and 100+ receiving yards during preseason play this summer.

Frank Gore carries — Aug 23, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore Jr. (20) runs past Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Markees Watts (58) during the first quarter | Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

WR Stephen Gosnell

Ever since offensive coordinator Joe Brady singled him out in a press conference, and subsequently on a "Hard Knocks" episode, Gosnell seemed destined to stick around in some capacity. The undrafted rookie WR showed potential and grit during training camp.

OL Kendrick Green

Essentially, a younge version of Feeney. Green offers ability to play both center and guard at an adequate level.

CB Dane Jackson

Buffalo's 2020 seventh-round draft pick is familiar with the system and can play in a pinch.

LB Keonta Jenkins

The undrafted Jenkins did not participate in the preseason finale due to a lower leg injury, but he had already done enough to make an impression. The Virginia Tech product was one of Buffalo's more high-profile UDFA signings this draft cycle.

DE Andre Jones

The Commanders finally cut loose their 2023 seveth-round draft pick after he spent the 2024 campaign on their practice squad. Jones was a member of the active roster as a rookie, making 14 appearances in 2023.

CB Jalen Kimber

The rookie cornerback signed an UDFA contract with the Tennessee Titans in early May. He played for three different college programs, finishing up with Penn State.

TE Keleki Latu

The undrafted rookie tight end showed flashes as a pass-catcher throughout the summer. Latu projects as an intriguing developmental prospect.

DT Zion Logue

Logue was briefly on Buffalo's active roster as a rookie in 2024 and spent the rest of his time with the Bills on the practice squad.

DT Jordan Phillips

Big Phil is coming home for one more run. The grizzled veteran provides real insurance on the defensive line interior.

Dec 29, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (97) reacts to getting an interception against the New York Jets | Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

S Jordan Poyer

All-Pro Po' is returning to Orchard Park to presumably finish his career with the Bills. Although the 34-year-old will likely begin in a mentor role, ala Micah Hyde last year, don't rule out him seeing snaps if Buffalo winds up in a pinch at safety.

WR Kristian Wilkerson

Another player with special teams value, the former Las Vegas Raiders' WR had his moments during training camp.

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