Dalton Kincaid is playing a dangerous game trying to out-tough a torn PCL without surgery, a red flag for an archetype that requires elite twitch and separation to win. When the organization is already talking “pain tolerance” and “practice management” in April, the fragility levels are screaming that this is a high-maintenance fantasy football asset.
A former first round pick, Kincaid remains a fringe TE1 based on target volume alone, but he is quickly becoming a high-risk, low ceiling placeholder tight end. Kincaid is a classic sell low candidate in dynasty leagues.
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Dalton Kincaid suffered the original injury in week 10 of the 2024 season against the Indianapolis Colts. Kincaid didn’t have surgery instead opted for rehab in the offseason and started the season on time.
He reinjured it multiple times throughout the 2025 season missing games and parts of games several times. Considering how long this injury has lingered it’s fair to wonder if Kincaid and the Bills will opt for surgery to completely correct the issue.
Kincaid was one of the more productive tight ends when he was on the field this year, the problem is that ran a route on 253 of 679 quarterback drop backs. His 2.70 yards per route run did lead all tight ends.
Author: David Leonard Jr. (@RealDelcoDave)
It’s time for the NFL Divisional Round of the playoffs. It also means the latest in injury news to report before the teams release before gametime.
6 Buffalo Bills (12-5) at 1 Denver Broncos (14-3) – 4:30 PM ET
6 San Francisco 49ers (12-5) at 1 Seattle Seahawks (14-3) – 8:00 PM ET – Update coming soon
Author: Samwise (@BuyAndSellYou)
Dalton Kincaid is set to miss his second straight game when the Buffalo Bills take on the Houston Texans on Thursday night. Kincaid injured his hamstring in week 10, giving Dawson Knox and rookie Jackson Hawes more opportunities. The Bills also ruled out Curtis Samuel and Mecole Hardman Jr., while Khalil Shakir doesn’t have an injury designation.
With Kincaid on the sideline Knox had one catch for 23 yards and Hawes didn’t receive a single target. Josh Allen threw for over 300 yards and three touchdowns but Knox and Hawes contributed very little.
The Bills spread the ball around to all their pass catchers, 10 players had a target in week 11, so it’ll be difficult to predict which pass catcher will produce week to week. Knox and Hawes are best left on the bench unless you’re desperate.
Author: David Leonard Jr. (@RealDelcoDave)
Fantasy relevant players ruled out Sunday include Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Joe Burrow, Samaje Perine, Chris Godwin, Bucky Irving, Dalton Kincaid, Jaxson Dart, Darius Slayton, C.J. Stroud, Brenton Strange, Marvin Harrison, Tory Horton, Isiah Pacheco, J.K. Dobbins, Rashod Bateman, Justice Hill, and Sam LaPorta.
Per Adam Schefter
In Thursday night’s matchup against the Miami Dolphins, Dalton Kincaid scored another touchdown and led the way for the Bills’ pass catchers. This is the second touchdown of the season for Kincaid, who looks more comfortable with quarterback Josh Allen.
The question for the Buffalo Bills, since Stefon Diggs left the team, has been who is going to take a step forward and be the number one option for Allen. While Kincaid is averaging just over a 50% snap share, he seems to be making the most of his opportunities, with 13 catches, 151 yards and two touchdowns on the year. He has become a viable tight end option for fantasy managers. The Bills start the season with a 3-0 record and will take on the New Orleans Saints in Week 4.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)