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NegativeBustAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Pettis was selected 44th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by San Francisco but hasn't come close to living up to his second-round status. The source notes his professional career has been derailed by injury (four IR stints in eight seasons) and he hasn't shown much of the ability that allowed him to set an NCAA record with nine career punt return touchdowns at Washington. His career receiving production (92 catches, 1,231 yards, 13 TDs in seven seasons) represents a significant underperformance relative to draft capital.
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NegativeProjectionAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The source projects Pettis is unlikely to make the 53-man roster despite his punt return opportunity. He has caught just 92 passes for 1,231 yards and 13 touchdowns across seven seasons, hasn't returned a punt for a touchdown professionally, and has been placed on injured reserve four times in eight pro seasons. The source states: 'Given his lack of production throughout his career...I can't see a scenario where he makes the club.' However, a strong preseason as a punt returner could give him a chance to break camp, and he could slot in as WR6 if he has an explosive preseason.
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NegativeRoleAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Pettis signed a one-year, $1.3 million deal with Buffalo on 7/30/2026 to address the Bills' punt returner need after they used Khalil Shakir in that role last season. He has extensive punt return experience from his 2025 stint with New Orleans, where he averaged 6.1 yards per punt return on 13 attempts and 23.4 yards per kickoff return on 15 attempts. The source notes the Bills want to avoid using a top offensive weapon at returner, creating an opening for Pettis if he performs well in preseason.
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NegativeRoleAug 5, 2026Buffalo Rumblings
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.
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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Dante Pettis, 31-year-old seven-year NFL veteran, signed with Buffalo Bills after tryout on July 30, 2026, to fill roster spot vacated by Jalen Virgil's waiver. Pettis brings experience as both receiver and return man (51 punt returns for 373 yards, 19 kick returns for 465 yards), which may be important to his role in Buffalo. Career production: 92 receptions (171 targets) for 1,231 yards and 13 touchdowns across four NFL teams; most recent stint with New Orleans Saints (2024–2025) yielded 21 catches (39 targets) for 247 yards and one touchdown in 16 games.
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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Signed by the Bills to a one-year deal after working out with the team; 30-year-old veteran with eight years of NFL experience across four teams; most recently with the Saints for two seasons; in 2025 played eight games with 114 offensive snaps and 53 special teams snaps, totaling nine catches for 127 yards; also contributed on special teams with 23.4 yards per kickoff return (15 returns) and 6.1 yards per punt return (13 returns); career totals include 92 receptions for 1,231 yards and 13 touchdowns across 66 games.
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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Buffalo Rumblings
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).
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PositiveNewsJun 28, 2026Chuck Bass
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