Curtis Samuel impressing early at Bills training camp -

Wide receiver Curtis Samuel had Bills media and fans in attendance buzzing after his impressive play on day two of Buffalo Bills training camp at St. John Fisher University.

The Buffalo Bills made an enticing move this offseason by signing the veteran Samuel to a three-year contract worth $24 million. Samuel had one of his best seasons in Carolina under offensive coordinator Joe Brady in 2020, and today we saw him truly excel for the first time in Buffalo with Brady. It didn’t take long to get in sync with quarterback Josh Allen.

Josh Allen and Curtis Samuel building some Chemistry!

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— Built in Buffalo (@BuiltInBuffalo_) July 24, 2024

Samuel has shown out so far in the first two days of training camp and very well could be the Bills number one receiver this upcoming season due to Stefon Diggs’ departure. Brady lined Samuel up at running back a couple of times on day two of camp, which both resulted in a catch.

Allen and Samuel connected multiple times during team practice, one of which was a 25-yard catch downfield.

Josh Allen just threw an absolute seed to Curtis Samuel. Stupid impressive throw.

Yesterday Coleman and Kincaid were the notable guys on offense, but today it’s been Samuel, who has made some really nice plays.
— Matthew Bové (@Matt_Bove) July 25, 2024

A trending word going around for Samuel on day two is “explosive” and for good reason. The 27-year-old veteran has shown great speed paired with strong hands. His run after the catch ability could be a game breaker for the Bills in 2024.

Curtis Samuel had his breakout day today at camp. The last catch was sensational as he broke open on the right side with Cam Lewis in coverage. He’s so explosive and he’s moving all over the place. Starting to see the vision for what he’ll be in this offense. Major 🔑
— Matt Parrino (@MattParrino) July 25, 2024

During Khalil Shakir’s post-practice press conference, he praised Samuel’s impressive day, saying, “Get the ball in his hands and special things are going to happen.”

Khalil Shakir with high praise for Curtis Samuel, who shined during Day 2 of #Bills training camp: “You put him anywhere, get the ball in his hands and special things are going to happen.” #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/z6YZhasOfg
— alex brasky (@alexbrasky) July 25, 2024

After Keon Coleman and Dalton Kincaid showed out on day one, and Samuel stepping up to the plate on day two, perhaps it’s Shakir’s turn next. The more threats the Bills have on offense in 2024 the harder they will be to stop. To see newcomers making important plays on the first couple days is a good sign for the team moving forward.