‘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.’
BillsBeat - March 13, 2025
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.’
Buffalo Bills agree to terms to trade CB Kaiir Elam to Cowboys in exchange for fifth and seventh-round draft picks
‘Elam’s time in Buffalo comes to an end after three seasons. The 2022 first round pick made 12 starts from 2022-24 and recorded 81 tackles, and two interceptions.’
Bills QB Josh Allen 'blessed beyond belief' to sign new extension, wants to stay in Buffalo his entire career
‘”I understood the impact of getting an extension done, creating some cap space,” Allen said. “I’ve had a big contract before and it doesn’t really change how I live in my life. But I know that, again, this opens up some space for cap and signing some free agents. I think we’ve been having a pretty good free agent run so far.”‘
BillsBeat - March 12, 2025
Bills agree to one-year contract with edge rusher Joey Bosa
‘Late Tuesday night, the team made a significant move when it came to a one-year contract agreement with edge rusher Joey Bosa, a league source confirmed to The Buffalo News. ESPN was first to report his deal with the Bills, which is worth $12.6 million, with the potential for Bosa to earn $15.6 million if he hits all incentives.’
Ty Johnson, Reggie Gilliam agree to terms to return to Buffalo Bills
‘Bills quarterback Josh Allen has repeatedly called Johnson the best third-down back in the league.’
Buffalo Bills bring back running back Darrynton Evans
‘Evans previously was with the Bills, and he spent the first two months of last year’s season on injured reserve. He was released on Oct. 29.’
Bills lose receiver Mack Hollins to division rival Patriots
‘Wide receiver Mack Hollins has agreed to a two-year contract with the New England Patriots, according to a report Monday evening from NFL Network. The deal is reportedly worth $8.4 million, with the potential for Hollins to earn $10.4 million through incentives. The deal can’t be made official until the start of the NFL’s new league year, which comes at 4 p.m. Wednesday.’
Bills' Damar Hamlin facing buyer's market at safety
‘While the top half dozen safeties landed big deals, the glut means the going rate for most of the veterans looking for new spots will be depressed. That is the way it often has played out for safeties in free agency in recent years.’
Buffalo Bills sign five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher to one-year, $12.6M contract
‘There is no question that Bosa has been a terrific player since entering the league in 2016 as the No. 3 overall pick in that draft by the Chargers. He has spent his entire nine-year career in Southern California and had racked up 72 sacks, but he has missed a lot of time in the past three seasons due to injuries.’