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Buffalo, NY – June 27, 2025: A Buffalo-born playmaker who erupted for 968 yards in 2024 is pushing to reunite with the Buffalo Bills, aiming to bolster Josh Allen’s offense and electrify Bills Mafia, sources told ESPN. As training camp nears, his hometown passion could spark a 2025 Super Bowl charge.
The 30-year-old wide receiver, a former Bills standout, dominated in his latest season, leading his league in receiving yards. His deep ties to Buffalo and proven chemistry with Allen make him a prime target for GM Brandon Beane, per The Athletic.
Isaiah McKenzie, a McKinley High alum, spoke fervently to The Buffalo News’ Ryan O’Halloran. “Born in Buffalo, winning a Super Bowl with the Bills has been my dream and this city’s dream since I was a kid.” McKenzie, who posted 137 catches, 1,316 yards, and 11 touchdowns across 68 games with Buffalo from 2018-2022, seeks a one-year, $2.5 million deal, per Spotrac.
McKenzie’s 2024 breakout—968 yards and 8 touchdowns after stints with the Colts, Giants, and Dolphins’ practice squad—showcased his 4.42-second 40-yard dash and slot versatility, per NFL.com. His 75 punt returns for 691 yards with Buffalo add special teams spark, per Pro Football Reference.
“McKenzie’s a hometown ignite,” NFL Network’s Bucky Brooks said. “His return would lift Buffalo’s roster and spirit,” per SI.com. With Curtis Samuel, Josh Palmer, and Khalil Shakir leading the receivers, McKenzie could seize WR3 snaps in Joe Brady’s RPO scheme, per Buffalo Rumblings.
The Bills’ $5.3 million cap space supports Beane’s budget-friendly moves, like signing Justin Simmons and Tre’Davious White, per Spotrac. McKenzie’s return, paired with James Cook’s 1,086-yard rushing, could amplify Allen’s 4,306-yard MVP offense, per Democrat and Chronicle.
Bills Mafia roared on X, celebrating McKenzie’s Buffalo roots alongside locals like Joe Andreessen. As the Bills eye their September 4 opener against Miami, his potential homecoming fuels championship dreams. Can he reclaim his place? Stay tuned to ESPN!
