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Keon Coleman proves clutch in Week 1 win

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The Buffalo Bills defeated the Baltimore Ravens in dramatic fashion Sunday night in Buffalo, 41-40.

Many players shined for the Bills, but second-year wide receiver Keon Coleman had perhaps the most electrifying game of all his teammates not named Josh Allen.

Coleman’s 95 yards on seven receptions in the fourth quarter was a catalyst to the Bills improbable comeback and a major reason why the Bills were able to score 22 points in the final quarter and beat the Ravens by one point.

It was clear that Allen had full confidence in Coleman as he targeted him nine times in the final quarter. 

Coleman’s previous game-high for receptions was five which he had against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8 last season.  The following week, Coleman suffered a wrist injury that sidelined him for the following five weeks.

Coleman’s production never fully returned following his injury last year, but it is apparent that he will be a major offensive contributor in 2025 after Sunday’s season opener.

Multiple teammates of Coleman raved about him during training camp, including Josh Allen, and it was clear Sunday night that his praise was warranted.

He finished the opening game of his sophomore season with a line of eight catches on 11 targets for 112 yards and a touchdown.

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