Despite the offense drawing its usual attention, Tyler Bass and rookie specialist Tommy Doman Jr. made special teams one of the biggest talking points during Bills OTAs.

The Buffalo Bills opened up their practice to the media, giving us our first glimpse of a team preparing for another high-pressure season. And let me tell you, there was plenty to take in.

Bass Back in Rhythm

First and foremost, Tyler Bass looked composed. The veteran kicker went through field-goal work with a steady rhythm, drilling attempts from multiple distances and showing the calm operation Buffalo needs from him.

If it weren’t for the early offseason setting, you might have thought the Bills were already preparing for a late-January pressure kick.

Bass did not overreact to makes. He did not rush after misses in warmups. His approach looked measured from start to finish.

That matters for a team that knows how thin the margins can be in the AFC.

Bass spoke briefly after practice about timing, confidence and consistency, making it clear that the mental part of the job is just as important as the swing.

Injury Updates and Absentees

Sean McDermott confirmed that Buffalo had several players working through modified offseason plans, with the staff choosing caution over urgency.

Some veterans were limited, while younger players received more work in special teams and developmental periods. That opened the door for a longer look at rookie Tommy Doman Jr., who took advantage of the opportunity.

The Bills did not appear concerned about the absences. The focus was operation speed and clean execution.

A New Special Teams Energy

There’s a noticeable seriousness around special teams this year. Buffalo used the practice to test snap-to-hold timing, coverage lanes and return discipline.

Bass worked closely with the holders, while Doman rotated through punting and kickoff-style reps.

The practice started with individual special teams work in front of the media, and the operation looked sharper than expected for this point in the offseason.

McDermott watched closely, and that was not accidental.

For a team with championship expectations, hidden yards matter.

Standout Performances

Bass naturally stood out during kicking periods. He looked balanced through his approach and finished with a clean follow-through on several longer attempts.

Doman brought a different kind of energy. The rookie showed a strong leg during punting work, producing consistent hang time and forcing returners to drift deeper than expected.

Several punts drew reactions from the coverage unit, especially when the ball carried farther than it initially appeared.

On offense, Josh Allen had a sharp stretch during limited passing work, spreading the ball around and keeping the tempo smooth.

But the specialists still managed to steal part of the spotlight.

Challenges and Comebacks

There were a few uneven moments. One operation looked slightly rushed, forcing the unit to reset. Doman also had one punt that came off lower than intended.

But he responded well, following it up with one of his better kicks of the session.

Bass had a brief warmup miss, but he did not change his routine. He stepped back in and drilled the next attempt.

That calm response is exactly what Buffalo wants.

Lesser-Known Stars Making Waves

Several coverage players flashed during special teams work, especially younger defensive backs and linebackers trying to carve out roster roles.

Those players may not headline practice reports, but they matter.

Buffalo’s depth players attacked coverage drills with real intensity, and that helped raise the level of the session.

Bass’ Target Practice

During field-goal work, Bass moved through multiple distances with a consistent rhythm. The operation looked clean, and the ball came off his foot with confidence.

As the Bills continue their offseason preparations, it’s clear the special teams unit will not be treated as an afterthought. With Bass steadying the group and Doman pushing the competition, Buffalo has another layer to evaluate before training camp.

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