5 things we learned from Day 4 of Buffalo Bills training camp

Khalil Shakir could play inside or outside

When the Buffalo Bills drafted Khalil Shakir in the fifth round the thought was that he could become the team’s starting slot receiver down the road. However, Dorsey is not ready to limit him to just being a slot receiver and he said they are working him both outside and inside, according to Jon Scott.

Shakir is not the biggest wide receiver at only 6’0″ and 190 pounds but with no clear backup on the outside, this might be the best spot for the rookie this season. The Bills also could still be searching for a spot for Shakir after he missed some of the offseason work earlier this year due to injuries and using this time to figure out where the best spot might be.

The general consensus so far in training camp is that Khalil Shakir has done a really good job. One example is this video from Dan Fetes from Wednesday’s practice showing the way Shakir is able to catch the ball with his hands and not using his body.

The opportunities may be inconsistent early in his rookie season with the talent the Bills have at the position but if he continues to make plays he could see his role expand as the season progresses.