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Buffalo Rumblings fantasy football takes on Dante Pettis
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All Buffalo Rumblings insights about Dante Pettis
NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026
New wide receiver Dane Pettis is working to strengthen his rapport with Josh Allen during training camp, building chemistry with the Bills quarterback.NegativeRoleAug 5, 2026
Signed by Buffalo on 7/30/2026 to a one-year, $1.3M deal ($1.075M cap hit) with full base salary guaranteed if on roster for Week One. Pettis brings eight years of NFL experience and extensive punt return background from his Washington career (NCAA record nine career punt return TDs). In 2025 with New Orleans, he averaged 23.4 yards per kickoff return (15 attempts) and 6.1 yards per punt return (13 tries), then saw 89 offensive snaps in the final two games, catching 8 of 9 targets for 113 yards. The source views him as a camp body auditioning primarily for the punt returner role, noting the Bills want to avoid using a top WR like Khalil Shakir in that capacity. If Pettis has an explosive preseason, he could slot in as WR6; otherwise, likely practice squad or short engagement.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Dante Pettis, signed as a new wide receiver, has a chance to step in and contribute right away as a returner for the Bills. The source notes he is a former Pro Bowl special-teamer and NCAA punt return touchdown record-holder.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Wide receiver Dante Pettis, a former Saints player signed to a one-year deal, has a chance to step in and contribute right away as a returner for the Bills; the source describes him as a 'Pro Bowl special-teamer' and notes he holds the NCAA punt return touchdown record, positioning him as an immediate contributor in the return game.NegativeDepth ChartJul 31, 2026
Worked out by the Bills on Thursday, July 30, as a tryout candidate for the wide receiver position amid the team's need for depth following Jalen Virgil's NFI release and Tyrell Shavers' Active/PUP status.NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026
Signed with Buffalo Bills on July 30 after tryout at St. John Fisher University to fill roster spot vacated by Jalen Virgil. Seven-year NFL veteran, age 31, 6'1" 200 lbs; originally 2018 second-round pick (44th overall) by San Francisco. Career stats: 92 receptions on 171 targets for 1,231 yards and 13 touchdowns across four NFL teams (49ers, Giants, Bears, Saints). Most recent production: 21 catches on 39 targets for 247 yards and 1 TD in 16 games with Saints (2024-2025). Brings special teams value with 51 punt returns (373 yards) and 19 kick returns (465 yards); also has experience as passer (1 completion for 16 yards).