Career Summary

Max Tomczak is a wide receiver who set Youngstown State career receiving records before signing with Buffalo in 2026.

Tomczak played four seasons at Youngstown State and finished as the program's career leader in receptions and receiving yards. Buffalo signed him as an undrafted free agent in May 2026.

The Bills later released and re-signed Tomczak during the offseason before releasing him during final roster reductions on August 30.

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Early Life

Tomczak is from Frankfort, Illinois.

Youngstown State lists Tomczak's hometown as Frankfort, Illinois, and his high school as Lincoln-Way East.

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College Career

Tomczak became one of Youngstown State's most productive receivers.

Tomczak recorded 225 receptions for 3,024 yards and 15 touchdowns in 49 career games, setting the school record for receptions and receiving yards. His 46-game reception streak also set a school record.

As a 2025 senior, he caught 70 passes for 1,021 yards and eight touchdowns.

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Path to the NFL

Tomczak participated in Youngstown State's 2026 Pro Day before signing with Buffalo as an undrafted free agent.

Youngstown State listed Tomczak among six former players at its March 2026 Pro Day. Buffalo signed him as an undrafted free agent in May.

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NFL Career

Tomczak's documented NFL experience includes Buffalo's 2026 offseason program and training camp.

Buffalo signed Tomczak in May, released him on May 27, and re-signed him on June 11. The Bills' August 30 roster-moves announcement included him among the players released.

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Career Accomplishments

Tomczak earned repeated conference and All-America recognition at Youngstown State.

Youngstown State lists Tomczak as a first-team All-MVFC receiver in 2024 and 2025. His 2025 honors also included Phil Steele second-team All-America and several other All-America selections.

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