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Josh Allen wants 'Moore' of what Bills' wide receiver delivered vs. Chiefs

The Buffalo Bills received a key contribution from their free-agent WR addition in the Week 9 win over the Kansas City Chiefs
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Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) passes the ball in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs
Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) passes the ball in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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It was the Buffalo Bills' third-longest pass play of the game, setting up what proved to be the decisive touchdown.

With the Bills facing a 2nd-and-8 from the Kansas City Chiefs' 38-yard line, wide receiver Elijah Moore ran a flag route and quarterback Josh Allen gave him a chance to make a play. Moore did just that, completing an impressive catch that set Buffalo up at the Kansas City 10.

Three snaps after Moore's 28-yard reception, the Bills reached the end zone and extended their lead 28-13.

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"I thought Elijah's catch there on second down, that flag route was a really, really tough catch," said Allen after the 28-21 victory.

It was Moore's lone receiving target in Week 9, but it wasn't the former second-round draft pick's only contribution to the win. He totaled 17 offensive snaps, including multiple reps as a run blocker.

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"He's been working his tail off, blocking in the run game, doing everything right in practice, and he had some opportunities," said Allen.

While the Bills rushed for 141 yards against the Chiefs, Moore was one of 10 Bills' players to make a reception in the pass game.

Elijah Moore
Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Elijah Moore (18) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Nohl Williams (20) after catching a pass during the third quarter | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

"He had an opportunity tonight and he made the most of it, so I'm very, very happy for him," said Allen.

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Moore has six receptions this season, and three of them have gained at least 28 yards. He also has one rushing touchdown.

Now, if the Bills can get more consistent contributions from Moore and his 4.3 speed, it won't matter that general manager Brandon Beane failed to add a wide receiver at the trade deadline.

Elijah Moore catch
Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Elijah Moore (18) catches a pass during the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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Ralph, a former college football conference administrator, brings 20+ years of media experience to Buffalo Bills ON SI. Prior to focusing on the Bills, he spent two years covering the New York Jets. Ventre initially joined the ON SI family in 2021, providing NCAA Football Championship Subdivision for NFL Draft Bible on FanNation. Ventre remains as an official voter for the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 and the annual legacy awards. The Fordham University graduate is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America.