Bills won’t have WR Gabe Davis, S Taylor Rapp vs. Steelers

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. – The Buffalo Bills will be without key players on both sides of the ball to start the playoffs as wide receiver Gabe Davis (knee) and safety Taylor Rapp (calf) were ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. .

Both players suffered their injuries during the Bills' victory over the Miami Dolphins last week, which secured the AFC East title and the second seed in the conference. Rapp, who plays a key role on the team, was injured on the play in which he caught the game-ending interception.

Davis has played 83% of the Bills' offensive snaps this season. He is a significant contributor to run-game blocking and will be missed in a game against Pittsburgh that is expected to have significant weather conditions. As a receiver, Davis had several games this season without a reception, but also three games with over 100 receiving yards.

Cornerback Rasul Douglas (knee) is not expected to practice Friday, while linebacker Tyrel Dodson (shoulder) will be limited.