Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir got a lot more than a casual golf outing when rookie punter Tommy Doman Jr. uncorked a shot that came way too close for comfort.
The moment was caught in official team embedded content and spread quickly online, with Doman’s swing sending the ball toward the group ahead. The reaction around the course said plenty: players could be heard sounding off in surprise, and someone asked whether anyone had yelled “fore.” One player later called the shot “smoked.”
Shakir’s response made the clip even better. He wasn’t exactly laughing it off in the moment, and the video shows him sounding relieved but clearly irritated after the near miss. That mix of shock and annoyance gave the whole scene a real edge, even if it’s the kind of thing that will probably get retold as a joke later.
For Bills fans, the clip landed because Shakir is such an important part of the offense. He’s built a reputation as a reliable and productive wideout, so seeing him nearly clipped by a teammate’s golf ball was the kind of random scare that grabs attention fast. It also hit a little harder because Shakir has dealt with injury concerns before, including a high ankle sprain that sidelined him for weeks.
Still, the mood around the video was mostly playful. Teammates on the course reacted with a mix of shock and humor, and the group quickly checked to make sure everyone was safe. Rookie players trying to make an impression is nothing new, but Doman’s big swing left one immediately - just not the one he probably wanted.
As the Bills keep working through the offseason, the clip is another reminder that team-building moments can produce plenty of personality. Shakir remains focused on his role as a key offensive contributor, and this near miss will likely live on as one of those locker room stories that gets better every time it’s told.
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