‘“I mean, listen, I’d love a $20 million player or a first-round pick, like any position,” Beane said. “I would say, at the end of the day, we’ll see what’s available and where. The thing we have to do in free agency, more now than ever, is be very precise with who we select and every dollar we spend. … So, we’ll keep an open mind, and it may, it’s really about, ‘Where is the best bang for our buck?’”’
Archives for February 2026
NFL announces salary cap numbers for 2026
‘NFL clubs were informed on Friday that the salary cap for the 2026-27 season will be $301.2 million, per league spokesperson Brian McCarthy.’
Source: Bills to bring back DB/ST Sam Franklin Jr.
‘Franklin, 30, spent his first five seasons in the league with the Carolina Panthers before coming to Buffalo last year. He played in all 17 games for the Bills last season, recording 13 special teams tackles. He played 76% of special teams snaps for the Bills.’
Buffalo Bills add former quarterback Trace McSorley to offensive staff
‘McSorley, 30, was a quarterback for Penn State when Bills head coach Joe Brady was on staff there as a graduate assistant.’
Parking at the new Buffalo Bills stadium? It’s going to cost a lot more
‘Parking prices have also gone up. Fans who say they paid around $400 last season, say they are now being billed more than $630 to use the team lots. The most premium lots next to the new stadium – with an even shorter walk to get inside – are likely to be even more expensive.’
Why the Bills’ new defense may skip a classic nose tackle
‘Phidarian Mathis weighs 312 pounds and the Bills just re-signed him to a one-year contract, but unless he takes an enormous step forward, it’s hard to see him in that nose tackle role. And is anyone excited about 316-pound Tommy Akingbesote or 325-pound Zion Logue, both of whom were on the Bills’ practice squad and were re-signed to reserve/future contracts?’
Bills bring back special teams standout on three-year deal
‘Franklin spent the first five years of his career with the Panthers where he established himself as a first-rate core-four special teams player. At one point his coach was Chris Tabor, and when Tabor was hired last season to coach Buffalo’s special teams, he helped convince the Bills to sign Franklin as a free agent.’
Texas A&M receiver has a special connection to Buffalo & could be perfect draft fit for Bills
‘Concepcion’s father, Kevin Concepcion, was born in Rochester, N.Y. and played one season of college football at the University at Buffalo in 2002. He played cornerback in 12 games for the Bulls, hauling in two interceptions.’
Here’s every prospect the Buffalo Bills interviewed at the NFL Combine for the 2026 draft
‘Obviously, these meetings are not as important as top-30 visits, private workouts or virtual interviews, but they are still an important part of every team’s evaluation process leading up to the draft.’
Source: Bills re-signing core special teamer Sam Franklin Jr.
‘Franklin joined the Bills last August, initially signing to the practice squad before moving to the active roster prior to the start of the season. He went on to play in all 17 regular-season games and continued to be active on game days as a core special teams player. Franklin was on the field for 75.8% of special teams snaps.’
Bills sign new $7.5 million contract to prevent free agency for key contributor
‘The Bills brought Franklin aboard for the 2025 season on a one-year deal worth $1.17 million. Clearly, Franklin did what the Bills wanted him to do, because he earned himself a nice raise.’
Bills re-sign special teams ace Sam Franklin Jr. to three-year contract
‘Franklin Jr. was an important contributor on special teams as a gunner this past season. He played in all 17 regular season games and two playoff games, registering a team-best nine solo tackles on special teams.’
Buffalo Bills re-sign defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. to three-year deal
‘The defensive back logged 13 tackles over his first season as Bill. Buffalo signed Franklin Jr. to its practice squad on Aug. 27, 2025, and elevated him to the active roster on Sept. 4, 2025.’
Analysis: Josh Allen responds well to hard coaching. Now it’s on Joe Brady to provide it
‘“I think those two clicked because Josh has thick skin and we’ve seen Brian – he’s from Buffalo, he’s blue collar. He’s going to let you know that he loves you, and he’s also going to let you know that you screwed up,” Beane said. “I think that’s why Brian and Josh really connected and was a big part of Josh’s early ascension as a Bill to where he’s at.”’
Lance Lysowski: How Cole Bishop’s breakthrough will shape Bills’ plan at safety
‘“We went for a number of years with Micah and Jordan, and they had that interchangeable skill set,” Beane told reporters Tuesday in Indianapolis. “I don’t think there’s a coach that’s going to turn down an interchangeable skill set. … If we find a traditional box safety, then (Cole will) probably end up in more free opportunities. But if we find more of a free-ranging post guy, then Cole’s going to find himself closer to the box.”’