Shakir has experience returning in the NFL from 2024, as he stepped in for return specialist Brandon Codrington throughout the playoffs. Across his first two seasons in the league, Shakir totaled 14 kick and punt returns for 192 combined yards.

The Bills at least know their mainstay is top cornerback Christian Benford, who they signed to a lucrative long-term contract extension through the 2029 season. The 24-year-old will be one of the keys to their defense, but around him, the Bills poured several offseason resources into fixing the position.