‘Rousseau will continue to be a key member of the defensive line moving forward, and his production will dictate what the Bills do next with him. Buffalo saw Leonard Floyd, who led the team in sacks last season, sign with the San Francisco 49ers this offseason. Veteran pass rusher Miller has yet to return to full form since his 2022 torn ACL. The Bills added Casey Toohill as a free agent this offseason and selected Javon Solomon during the draft. They re-signed A.J. Epenesa and Kingsley Jonathan is under contract through this season.’
Archives for April 30, 2024
National analysts weigh in on Buffalo Bills’ draft class
‘A quick scan of 20 different outlets has the Bills mostly in the B range.’
Buffalo Bills undrafted free agent tracker: Who they signed after 2024 NFL Draft
‘Frank Gore Jr. has an NFL pedigree. Gore Jr. was a two-time All-Sun Belt running back and led Southern Mississippi in rushing yards in each of the last four seasons, totaling 4,022 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns in his career. Gore Jr. will have a chance to compete for a roster spot on a Bills team that isn’t deep at running back. James Cook is the starter but behind him are rookie fourth-round pick Ray Davis along with Ty Johnson and Darrynton Evans.’
Bills add 11 UDFAs, filling out roster; Buffalo picks up Rousseau’s 5th-year option
‘There are always avenues for UDFAs to make final rosters across the NFL, but because of the Bills’ talent year in and year out, it’s hard for players to make Buffalo’s 53-man roster as UDFAs. Levi Wallace, Reggie Gilliam and Cam Lewis are a few of the names who have contributed as UDFAs under head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane.’
Bills pick up fifth-year option on Greg Rousseau, sign WR Quintez Cephus
‘One of the top run defenders in the NFL, Rousseau ranked 10th by Pro Football Focus among defensive ends and 14th among all defensive linemen with a grade of 79.6.’
New Bills receiver Keon Coleman brings passion without distraction
‘Jokes aside, the Bills need instant production from the No. 33 overall pick. Perhaps it’s unrealistic to assume he’s going to achieve 1,000 yards, but Buffalo can’t trade away Stefon Diggs and expect to survive without replacing his numbers in some fashion.’
Sabato: Brandon Beane’s track record has earned patience in Bills’ new vision
‘It’s fair to feel tepid about replacing an All-Pro like Stefon Diggs with an unproven 20-year-old and maybe the decision will flop, but Beane’s track record shows he deserves the benefit of the doubt until shown otherwise. Beane crafted a roster that produced more wins (48) than anyone in the NFL but the Chiefs (51) over the last four seasons.’
Buffalo Bills viral draft pick Keon Coleman is comedy gold
‘For football fans, the days following the NFL draft usually are spent watching highlight videos of your team’s new players, but Coleman’s football skills will have to wait because the 20-year-old Louisiana native is busy charming social media with his thoughts on day-to-day life.’
Recently reinstated receiver Quintez Cephus signs a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills
‘The 26-year-old Cephus, a fifth-round draft pick by the Lions in 2020, caught 37 passes for 568 yards and four touchdowns in three seasons. He’s expected to compete for a roster spot alongside KJ Hamler, Justin Shorter and Andy Isabella.’
NFL Draft surprise: Bills used a pick on a player who’s never actually played football before and here’s why
‘Clayton is a former rugby player who has impressive size — he stands at 6-foot-7 and weighs just over 300 pounds — so the Bills are clearly hoping that they’ll be able to mold him into a player who can contribute to the team at some point down the road.’
Bills sign former Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus
‘Cephus, along with Lions teammate safety C.J. Moore and Washington Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney, were all suspended for the entirety of last season for placing bets on NFL games. According to USA TODAY, the NFL said that a “league review uncovered no evidence indicating any inside information was used or that any game was compromised in any way.”‘
Bills exercise fifth-year option for Greg Rousseau
‘The defensive end will now be under contract for 2025 at a price tag of $13.387 million guaranteed, both in actual base salary and against the salary cap.’
Greg Rousseau staying with the Buffalo Bills for at least two more seasons
‘Last season, Rousseau had five sacks, four passes defended, and 42 tackles. In his three years with the Bills, Rousseau has 17 sacks and 129 tackles.’
Bills pick up DE Greg Rousseau’s 5th-year option
‘Rousseau has started for Buffalo since being drafted in the first round in 2021, and will now be under contract through the end of the 2025 season. The option will pay Rousseau $13.4 million in salary next year. Rousseau’s rookie deal will count $3.9 million against the salary cap in 2024.’
Greg Rousseau picked up by Bills
‘In his 46 games played as a Buffalo Bill, the 24-year-old has recorded just 17 sacks, 30 tackles for loss and 42 quarterback hits.’