Bills Add Kicker to Practice Squad as Texans Fans Track League Moves

Across the NFL, roster shuffles are picking up as teams brace for the playoff push. One of the latest moves comes out of Buffalo, where the Bills signed veteran kicker Michael Badgley to the practice squad as their current starter, Matt Prater, deals with an injury. While this transaction does not involve the Houston Texans directly, it reflects a league trend Texans fans should watch closely as postseason stakes rise.

Buffalo’s decision gives the team a reliable fallback option with significant NFL experience. Badgley, who has kicked for multiple franchises, offers the Bills a steady leg should Prater’s absence extend longer than expected. Teams across the league, including Houston, often make similar adjustments as injuries mount late in the season.

Why It Matters for Texans Fans

The Texans remain in a tightly contested AFC race, and kicking reliability becomes more important each week. With several teams dealing with special teams uncertainty, even small moves like this can shape playoff seeding. Houston’s own late‑season schedule could be impacted by opponents adjusting their kicking units at the last minute.

Badgley’s addition also highlights the value of depth. For Houston, maintaining healthy specialists could prove to be an advantage as other AFC contenders scramble for consistency.

What’s Next

The Bills will evaluate Prater’s recovery and determine whether Badgley will be elevated to the active roster. Meanwhile, Texans fans should expect more roster shake-ups across the NFL as teams jockey for postseason position.

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