Top 30 visits

[paulmm3]

IMO linebacker was our second worst position group to WR last year. Glad to see we're visiting with a decent number of LB

[DJB]

 

[HappyDays]

Weird choice for a top 30 visit, not sure what the thinking is here. Here's Lance Zierlein's summary:

 

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Undersized pass-catcher with the ability to expand the route tree and challenge man coverage around the field. Joly still needs to polish his route-running but he has the footwork and athletic traits to uncover. He doesn’t catch with much hand extension and fights throws on occasion but he makes up for it with impressive body control/catch toughness. His effort and strain as a blocker need to improve. Joly has the ability to contribute as a moveable “F” tight end.

 

[HappyDays]

Okay this is a bit out of left field but Justin Joly played with KC Concepcion at NC State in 2024... Could the Bills be gathering intel? Teams will do stuff like that, visit with a player they have no real interest in just to get their opinion on a teammate. Can't make heads or tails of this visit otherwise.

[ColoradoBills]

On 3/27/2026 at 9:37 AM, Virgil said:

When are the top 30 visits usually completed by.  Some of us have mock drafts to run.....

 

Deadline is April 15th.

[BuffaloBillyG]

3 minutes ago, HappyDays said:

Okay this is a bit out of left field but Justin Joly played with KC Concepcion at NC State in 2024... Could the Bills be gathering intel? Teams will do stuff like that, visit with a player they have no real interest in just to get their opinion on a teammate. Can't make heads or tails of this visit otherwise.

It's strange. Unless they feel Kincaid's knee is degenerative and he's not long for the league. But that would make them picking up his 5th year option somewhat weird. 

 

But Knox's new deal means he's not going anywhere and Hawes is a lock. However, sometimes teams will convert a TE to be a FB. Could he be a guy that could take Reggie Gilliam's spot as a FB? Taking him in round 3-4 seems too high for that role. 

[HappyDays]

4 minutes ago, BuffaloBillyG said:

However, sometimes teams will convert a TE to be a FB. Could he be a guy that could take Reggie Gilliam's spot as a FB?

 

I considered that but no, Joly is basically Kincaid lite and would play the same role in our offense. So the only reasoning I can think of is getting intel on a different prospect.

[gonzo1105]

6 minutes ago, BuffaloBillyG said:

It's strange. Unless they feel Kincaid's knee is degenerative and he's not long for the league. But that would make them picking up his 5th year option somewhat weird. 

 

But Knox's new deal means he's not going anywhere and Hawes is a lock. However, sometimes teams will convert a TE to be a FB. Could he be a guy that could take Reggie Gilliam's spot as a FB? Taking him in round 3-4 seems too high for that role. 

Joly will go way too high to be a Gilliam replacement only. Hes probably intel for Concepcion or possible protection for letting Kincaid go after this season with a trade. A candidate in round 3-4 for the Bills 

[LEBills]

9 minutes ago, HappyDays said:

 

I considered that but no, Joly is basically Kincaid lite and would play the same role in our offense. So the only reasoning I can think of is getting intel on a different prospect.

The Bills started pre-draft visits before Free Agency this year, maybe Joly was also in before FA in case they couldn’t work out a new contract with Knox?

[gonzo1105]

So Now were at :

 

1. Chris Bell WR Louisville

2. Kaleb Elarm-Orrs LB TCU

3. Josiah Trotter LB Missouri

4. Gracen Halton DT Oklahoma

5. Jimmy Rolder LB Michigan

6. KC Concepcion WR Texas A&M

7. A.J. Haulcy S LSU

8. Julian Neal CB Arkansas

9. Christen Miller DT Georgia

10. Justin Joly TE NC State

 

Andre Fuller CB Toledo is a rumored 30 visit but not confirmed so we're at 10 or 11 of the 30 visits unless I'm missing someone. 

[DJB]

 

[HappyDays]

Lance Zierlein's summary:

 

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Orange is a sturdy nose tackle capable of muddying the middle of the field with his first-step quickness and take-on power. His reaction time makes it hard to reach-block him in zone and he has the anchor to play landlord over the A-gaps against double-teams. He gets bounced around on contact but is excellent in recovery and winning the final phase of the rep. Orange is a non-factor as a pass rusher, but his value versus the run should attract teams.

 

Another NT with penetration ability, although definitely more of a pure run stuffer/2 down player and not much pass rush upside to speak of.

[Kirby Jackson]

14 minutes ago, HappyDays said:

Lance Zierlein's summary:

 

 

Another NT with penetration ability, although definitely more of a pure run stuffer/2 down player and not much pass rush upside to speak of.

Lol, I draft him all the time when doing mocks for the Bills. I guess that means I want him here.

[LEBills]

13 minutes ago, HappyDays said:

Lance Zierlein's summary:

 

 

Another NT with penetration ability, although definitely more of a pure run stuffer/2 down player and not much pass rush upside to speak of.

Yea Pauline said the Bills also attended his private workout. Per Pauline, His 10-yard split came in between 1.68 and 1.70 seconds, a terrific mark. His short shuttle time of 4.65 seconds was also impressive.

 

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-iowa-state-dt-dom-orange-works-out-for-ten-nfl-teams-after-quad-injury-kept-him-out-of-predraft-process/

 

Day 3 guy for me, but those are good times. Bills may have to take him at 91 if they really like him.
 

 

[No_Matter_What]

4 minutes ago, LEBills said:

Yea Pauline said the Bills also attended his private workout. Per Pauline, His 10-yard split came in between 1.68 and 1.70 seconds, a terrific mark. His short shuttle time of 4.65 seconds was also impressive.

 

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-iowa-state-dt-dom-orange-works-out-for-ten-nfl-teams-after-quad-injury-kept-him-out-of-predraft-process/

 

Day 3 guy for me, but those are good times. Bills may have to take him at 91 if they really like him.
 

 

Guy is 64th on Dane Burgler's big board and I've seen him at similar spot in couple of others. He very well might not be there at 91... 

[LEBills]

3 minutes ago, No_Matter_What said:

Guy is 64th on Dane Burgler's big board and I've seen him at similar spot in couple of others. He very well might not be there at 91... 

 

Eh I doubt he goes that early but you never know

[DJB]

 

[GunnerBill]

On 4/8/2026 at 12:34 AM, HappyDays said:

Okay this is a bit out of left field but Justin Joly played with KC Concepcion at NC State in 2024... Could the Bills be gathering intel? Teams will do stuff like that, visit with a player they have no real interest in just to get their opinion on a teammate. Can't make heads or tails of this visit otherwise.

 

I think he is an underrated player. I get it we have no tight end need, but he is gonna be a good move tight end in the league. 

[Bleeding Bills Blue]

On 4/7/2026 at 12:42 PM, paulmm3 said:

IMO linebacker was our second worst position group to WR last year. Glad to see we're visiting with a decent number of LB

 

It's usually a big reason why a defense goes from mediocre/good to great.  Pass rush is probably the only other thing that matters as much, but the league throws near the LOS so much now that even that has less of an impact unless you can consistently keep teams in 3rd and long.  LBs who can run, tackle, and shed are some of the most important players on defense now.  Can stuff rushing attacks, and also prevent YAC.  

[GunnerBill]

21 hours ago, LEBills said:

 

Eh I doubt he goes that early but you never know

 

Yea 64 is too early. But I do think he will go latter half of third round.