‘Even as a rookie, Elam didn’t burst onto the scene, as he was quickly leapfrogged on the Buffalo depth chart by late-round pick Christian Benford.’
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Bills trading away player fans won’t be sad to see go
‘Elam was once looked at as the hopeful successor to Tre’Davious White when he was drafted in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. However, that wasn’t the case. Elam struggled to even make it on the field in 2023 after a rough rookie season in 2022. He played in just three games in 2023 before finding a role to settle into as a rotational depth piece.’
Bills re-sign beloved defender after rumors of departure
‘The Bills seem likely to be running back the same group of safeties in 2025, though it would appear they will make Cole Bishop the starter opposite Taylor Rapp while Hamlin transitions back to being the third safety.’
Bills sign veteran defensive lineman to put next to Joey Bosa
‘The Bills are signing defensive lineman Larry Ogunjobi to a one-year deal worth $8.3 million, and up to $10 million in incentives. Ogunjobi spent the previous three seasons in Pittsburgh with the Steelers, missing just three games in that span. Prior to that, he spent 2021 with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he had seven sacks and helped Cincinnati make it to the Super Bowl. He was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft and spent the first five years of his career there.’
Bills trade cornerback Kaiir Elam to Cowboys
‘The former University of Florida product ultimately had his best statistical season during his rookie season in the NFL, putting up two interceptions, four passes defended and 41 tackles in 13 games played and six starts. He also played in both playoff games for Buffalo, reeling in an interception against the Miami Dolphins in the AFC Wild Card Round.’
Report: Bills restructure defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s contract
‘According to a report from ESPN Bills beat reporter Alaina Getzenberg, the Bills are restructuring defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s contract before the 4 p.m. start of the new league year. This will create an additional $10 million in cap space for the Bills for the 2025 season.’
Bills re-sign safety Damar Hamlin to one-year deal
‘Hamlin started 14 games this past season at safety, reeling in two interceptions, recovering a fumble and racking up 89 total tackles. He also started in all three playoff games for the Bills, recording a forced fumble, a sack on Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, and 15 total tackles.’
Report: Bills to sign safety Darrick Forrest to one-year deal
‘Forrest had spent the first four years of his career with the Washington Commanders since being drafted by the club in the fifth round (163rd overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft out of the University of Cincinnati.’
Report: Bills to sign defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi to one-year deal
‘The 30-year-old defensive tackle has played eight seasons in the NFL across three different teams. He was drafted in the third round (65th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, where he played four seasons and started in 47 games.’
Buffalo Bills trade former first-round pick Kaiir Elam to Dallas Cowboys for two draft picks
‘Elam, a 2022 first-round pick, was not living up to the expectations of his high-draft value, only appearing in seven games last season for the Bills. He became more of a liability on defense than a playmaker that this unit needed.’
Buffalo Bills overhaul defensive line with additions of Bosa, Ogunjobi, & Hoecht
‘Up to this point, their most notable move has been the reported addition of Joey Bosa on a one-year deal worth $12.6 million. Bosa is a player who was once one of the most feared pass-rushers in the NFL but has battled injuries for the last several seasons. He’s a great player when healthy, and the Bills are hoping he can be available when they need him most.’
‘This is home’: Josh Allen reflects on record-setting deal with Buffalo Bills
‘”I was just sitting there, and it felt like home to me,” Allen said. “It’s the only thing that I’ve ever known. Small town feel where the people are great, and the food is just as great. Those were two big factors for me. And not having a huge city with traffic and this and that is something I kind of feared. I just think this is home for me.”‘
Josh Allen discusses free agency, newest contract extension
‘When asked about his future with Buffalo and if he thinks about playing his entire career in Buffalo, Allen said, “I try not to think of the end. I feel like it’s still a long way away, but absolutely. I don’t want to play anywhere else. Not too often do players get to stay with one team throughout their career. This is home to me. This will never not be home. I’d love to play here as long as I can, and when it’s time to put the cleats up, hopefully it’s in Buffalo.”’
Josh Allen talks record-breaking deal
‘“It didn’t seem like from my perspective I was taking a whole lot less,” said Allen. “It’s weird to say this but what’s five (million) more going to do for my life that I can’t already to right now… I live a pretty good life, got a house, got a car. We’re good.”’
Bills agree to terms with S Damar Hamlin on one-year contract extension
‘Hamlin earned a starting role on Buffalo’s defense this year and proved to be an impact player. He finished third on the team in total tackles (89) and tied for the team lead in interceptions (2). Hamlin’s first career interception came on Monday Night Football in Week 3 against the Jaguars.’