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Skyler Bell has been one of the most highly discussed late-round picks since the Buffalo Bills selected him with the 125th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 draft.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / May 8

Bills' Economical Draft Pick Likely Pushes Free Agent WR Brandin Cooks Out Door

It wasn't the only way for the Buffalo Bills to fill the hole, but it was inarguably the most economical one. The Bills came out of the main free agency period still needing another wide receiver with the ability to stretch the field.

Our Favorite Buffalo Bills' Rookie May Steal Starter's Reps in 2026

To be clear, this author liked Skyler Bell before liking Skyler Bell was cool. When the Connecticut wide receiver wowed NFL scouts at his Pro Day, we wrote about how the Buffalo Bills had boots on the ground in Storrs.

Jaw-Dropping Stats Indicate Skyler Bell's Future as Bills' No. 1 Wide Receiver

Fans of the Buffalo Bills can rest assured they got a good one in rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell. But how good will the fourth-round pick become? Statistics that were recently presented indicate the sky is the limit for Bell, pointing toward him eventually becoming the team’s No.

Bills New WR Skyler Bell Says His Main Sport Is Not Football

Skyler Bell: Buffalo Bills’ receiver and...a hockey guy? The former UConn standout has a new home in the NFL, landing with the Bills in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

College Football News / Yardbarker

25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

Former All-Pro WR Calls Bills' Skyler Bell 'Favorite Receiver' in NFL Draft

Whenever you have a former NFL player hyping you up, it should call for attention. But one who praised the new Buffalo Bills' receiver Skyler Bell is even more noteworthy than usual.

Instant Grade After Bills Draft Wide Receiver Skyler Bell in Fourth Round

Things might be starting to turn around for the Buffalo Bills in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the team selected UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell with pick No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 25

Best players available heading into Day 3 of NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft Day 3: Best players available and their potential landing spots

Day 2 is officially in the books; all eyes are now on Day 3 (Rounds 4-7) of the 2026 NFL Draft, which kicks off on Saturday.

Five most head-scratching picks in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Winners, losers from first round of 2026 NFL Draft: Giants rock it, Steelers blow it

Winners, losers from Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft: Browns keep adding playmakers

The 'Season rushing-TD record by team' quiz

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / April 13

Bills' Interest Building in Speedy WR Prospect Previously Linked to Buffalo

Skyler Bell has been a fun wide receiver prospect to watch throughout the 2026 NFL Draft process. And he’s been one the Buffalo Bills have reportedly kept an eye on.

Connecticut Huskies News / A to Z Sports / April 9

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be hidden gem

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers have approached the 2026 pre-draft process in a very different manner compared to the Mike Tomlin era.

Have Steelers given Aaron Rodgers a deadline regarding potential retirement decision?

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / April 8

Steelers Showing Interest in Sleeper WR

The Pittsburgh Steelers' search for the perfect wide receiver to add to the offense continues. As the organization inches closer to the 2026 NFL Draft, it's clear that the team will add a pass-catching weapon at some point over those three days.

College Football News / Yardbarker

Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 3

Five NFL Draft prospects who improved their stock with strong pro days

The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here, and the final evaluations are underway. The pro day circuit has become a last, high-stakes audition — a chance for college prospects to sharpen impressions, answer lingering questions and, in some cases, force evaluators to take a second look ahead of the draft in Pittsburgh from April 23-25.

New mock draft predicts big slide for Alabama QB Ty Simpson

Likely No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza evaluates his Indiana pro day

Analysts disagree on which QB will be selected third in 2026 NFL Draft

Browns GM Andrew Berry seems to confirm rumors of NFL Draft idea

Nigerian DT Uar Bernard turns heads before NFL Draft

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / March 26

Bills Witness Potential WR Target Boost NFL Draft Stock at UConn Pro Day

The Buffalo Bills' minimal salary cap space increases the likelihood of using draft capital to reinforce the receiving corps. Understandably, the Bills could be hesitant to use their first-round pick on a wide receiver at the 2026 NFL Draft, considering they already gave up their second-round selection in a trade for DJ Moore.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / March 2

Prospects whose stocks should be soaring after NFL Scouting Combine

Taylen Green, Sonny Styles and other prospects whose stocks should be soaring after the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Here are five prospects who should be climbing teams' boards heading into the NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh).

Taylen Green's eye-opening combine performance could cause quarterback to rise draft boards

Five prospects who hurt their stock during the NFL combine

Jeremiyah Love, other RBs post outrageous 40-times at NFL combine

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

College Football News / Field Level Media / December 23

UConn, Army eager for last hurrah at Fenway Bowl

BOSTON -- UConn's Skyler Bell wants to finish what he started. The Huskies (9-3) enter Saturday's Fenway Bowl matchup against Army (6-6) with quarterback Joe Fagnano opted out and coach Jim Mora gone to take over at Colorado State.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 16

Former Wisconsin Badgers receiver earns third All-American honor

After getting mismanaged by the University of Wisconsin's offensive coaching staff, Skyler Bell decided he would return home and play for Connecticut. It turned out to be a smart career decision.

College Football News / UConn Huskies on SI / November 26

UConn's Skyler Bell Named Finalist For Major Honor

The UConn Huskies' wide receiver, Skyler Bell, has inched closer to a major honor following a historic 2025 regular season. The youngster was named as one of three finalists for the 2025 Biletnikoff Award alongside Makai Lemon from USC and Jeremiah Smith from Ohio State. The award is given to college football's most outstanding wide receiver.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 25

UConn's Skyler Bell joins big-name WRs as Biletnikoff finalist

Jeremiah Smith of Ohio State, Makai Lemon of Southern California and Skyler Bell of UConn are the 2025 Biletnikoff Award finalists, announced Tuesday. The award is presented annually to the season's most outstanding FBS receiver at any position.

College Football News / UConn Huskies on SI / November 9

UConn WR Makes History in Win Over Duke

Skyler Bell etched his name into UConn football history in a thrilling 37-34 win over the Duke Blue Devils. The Bronx-native continues to impress in his second year under Jim Mora.

College Football News / UConn Huskies on SI / November 4

UConn’s Skyler Bell Earns Two Honors After Breakout Performance

For the UConn Huskies, wide receiver Skyler Bell has been the definition of consistency and lately, absolute dominance. After leading the team with 860 receiving yards and five touchdowns last year, Bell has taken his game to another level this season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28, 2025

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25, 2026, in Pittsburgh. From an Ole Miss quarterback to an Oregon defensive tackle, here are five players we're tracking.

Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik evaluations were big miss for 'experts'

Pat Narduzzi, Pitt take chance on 2027 QB Kevin Verpaele

Miami lands four-star WR Milan Parris over Oregon, Oklahoma

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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