Josh Allen is one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks, and the Bills have spent years assembling a roster around him to maximize their championship window. Buffalo's offense is among the most creative in football, capable of attacking defenses through the air, on the ground, and with Allen's legs when the situation calls for it.
| Player | Team | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Kelly | Bills | One of Bills's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Josh Allen | Bills | One of Bills's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Thurman Thomas | Bills | One of Bills's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Tyreek Hill | Dolphins | Key player for Dolphins that the Bills defense will need to contain |
| Dan Marino | Dolphins | Key player for Dolphins that the Bills defense will need to contain |
The Bills have come close to the Super Bowl and the hunger to finish the job drives this team every week. Allen elevates everyone around him and has the ability to take over games single-handedly in the fourth quarter. For Bills fans, 2026 feels like the kind of season where everything could finally come together -- and this roster has the depth to handle a long playoff run.
| Storyline | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Bills offense, Week 17 | How the unit performs under current 2026 roster and scheme adjustments |
| Dolphins defense | The first test for Bills skill players coming out of the preseason |
| Turnover margin | Week 1 games are often decided by turnovers before teams find their rhythm |
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