Bills Related Draft News & Discussion

[TBBills Fan]

27 minutes ago, Dr. Who said:

Bills have been looking at some day 2 LBs. It might be a surprise position of priority. For me, it should be DT, CB, Edge, and boundary WR with speed. (I'm not sold on Palmer being much more than replacement level, even though they spent a decent amount on him in FA.) 

 

Early on, over on some other sites, I saw a fair amount of speculation that they want to upgrade G. Personally, I would take a day 3 developmental fella, but there was some innuendo there. I don't know if it was about some dissatisfaction with Torrence or not.

 

And overall, I agree that Beane needs to go after impact players, even if that means having less depth.

I can see the guard if they really like someone. The O line we did right. Let's keep that cupboard full. 

 

Overall though, I would like to see a swing for the fences draft. We were close last year.  If we find 2-3 guys that can impact the roster this year, that could put us where want to be and hoist the Lombardi.  

 

 

I am assuming they have guys they really like in the draft sweet spot.  If they do, I think it's well worth it

[TBBills Fan]

28 minutes ago, gonzo1105 said:

And I 100% can understand that thought process. They were so close were a couple of guys away let’s get the best prospects we can and I agree as well with the UDFA guys . They have had Gouriage for a couple of years developing and I did like what I say from Te’Cory Couch and Dequan Hardy so they could provide the competition at Depth CB. 
 

I just go off of Beanes past history. He loves having a pick in every round if he can help it but he sure won’t want to give up 109 and have to wait from pick 62 to 132. Just can’t see him doing that. 

You are right about his history.  Id like to see us buck the trend this year so we have 3 guys on the field in September in prominent roles on D

 

[SectionC3]

2 hours ago, SoonerBillsFan said:

Depending on who is there, trade back and get that 3rd round pick back

I’m open to that.  Kind of like last year.  Except this year we take the right player with the first pick and someone capable of contributing with the third round pick. 

[TBBills Fan]

I like that this year we have picks and flexibility. This can be said every year, but this feels like an important draft for McBeane

 

Do we draft developmental guys?  Do we go all In for guys we want? Do we stack picks or trade up?

 

Do we pick players that are the strength of the draft?  Seems good we need DT and CB in a CB and DT rich draft. Was McBeane conscious of this last year?

 

I know they have a plan and strategy, so I'm really curious to see it play out 

[Sierra Foothills]

5 hours ago, Dr. Who said:

My advice, don't drink and draft.

 

I'm nervous as hell about this draft and this is sound advice.

 

Should one of us relay this thought to McBeane?

 

[Sestak4ever]

With Josh being where he is at in his career and the stability of the offensive line I would think Beane would look to trade up if someone lands in a position that allows us to do so. He almost certainly has to be in the “ win now” mode and I hope if he does this that it is for a difference maker. Go Bills!! 🏈🍻

[Dr. Who]

7 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said:

 

I'm nervous as hell about this draft and this is sound advice.

 

Should one of us relay this thought to McBeane?

 

If they want to meet up at the pub, I'd be happy to explain it to them, especially if they're willing to pick up the tab.

Edited 20 hours ago by Dr. Who

[Sierra Foothills]

1 minute ago, Dr. Who said:

If he wants to meet up at the pub, I'd be happy to explain it to him, especially if he' s willing to pick up the tab.

 

Alright, I live in Cali so it's all up to you.

 

Where do you want me to have him meetup with you?

 

 

[Dr. Who]

16 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said:

 

Alright, I live in Cali so it's all up to you.

 

Where do you want me to have him meetup with you?

 

 

Well, I live in Georgia, so that's probably outside the travel range. However, I can arrange to meet at Flanagan's & The Half Moon pub. They have Guinness on tap. The more I think about it, the more I think maybe Beane needs to loosen up a bit.

Edited 19 hours ago by Dr. Who

[Since1981]

7 hours ago, SoonerBillsFan said:

 

I would rather go quality vs quantity this year.  Trade the 5ths and 6ths to move up a little 

 

Yes. They have to go quality. 4,5 maybe 3 round players aren’t likely to even make the 2025 team. Just is a fact when your team is good. 

Edited 17 hours ago by Since1981

[Warriorspikes51]

16 hours ago, Dr. Who said:

Bills have been looking at some day 2 LBs. It might be a surprise position of priority. For me, it should be DT, CB, Edge, and boundary WR with speed. (I'm not sold on Palmer being much more than replacement level, even though they spent a decent amount on him in FA.) 

 

Early on, over on some other sites, I saw a fair amount of speculation that they want to upgrade G. Personally, I would take a day 3 developmental fella, but there was some innuendo there. I don't know if it was about some dissatisfaction with Torrence or not.

 

And overall, I agree that Beane needs to go after impact players, even if that means having less depth.

 

Torrence is one of the most underrated players on the team IMO 

[Gregg]

15 minutes ago, Slippery Rubber Mats said:

Sleepy beane at it again probably gonna take a nap and miss the first round

 

I really hope he can fix the defense with this draft. If they can improve the pass rush and run defense, then we could have something special next season. You know Allen and the offense will do their part.

[MikePJ76]

Dane Brugler has his final top 300 prospects list.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6286980/2025/04/21/nfl-draft-2025-player-rankings-top-300/

 

For fun here is who he has at the spot the bills pick....not saying this is who they will take just where they are ranked at the spots the bills pick.

 

#30  - Jahdae Barron

#56  - Shemar Turner

#62  - Shavon Revel Jr.

#109 - Andrew Mukuba

#132 - David Walker

#169 - Denzel Burke

#170 - Jack Kiser

#173 - Jared Ivey

#177 - Joshua Gray

#206 - Dont'e Thornton Jr.

[SoonerBillsFan]

9 minutes ago, MikePJ76 said:

Dane Brugler has his final top 300 prospects list.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6286980/2025/04/21/nfl-draft-2025-player-rankings-top-300/

 

For fun here is who he has at the spot the bills pick....not saying this is who they will take just where they are ranked at the spots the bills pick.

 

#30  - Jahdae Barron

#56  - Shemar Turner

#62  - Shavon Revel Jr.

#109 - Andrew Mukuba

#132 - David Walker

#169 - Denzel Burke

#170 - Jack Kiser

#173 - Jared Ivey

#177 - Joshua Gray

#206 - Dont'e Thornton Jr.

Barron? Interesting...

[nosejob]

20 minutes ago, MikePJ76 said:

Dane Brugler has his final top 300 prospects list.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6286980/2025/04/21/nfl-draft-2025-player-rankings-top-300/

 

For fun here is who he has at the spot the bills pick....not saying this is who they will take just where they are ranked at the spots the bills pick.

 

#30  - Jahdae Barron

#56  - Shemar Turner

#62  - Shavon Revel Jr.

#109 - Andrew Mukuba

#132 - David Walker

#169 - Denzel Burke

#170 - Jack Kiser

#173 - Jared Ivey

#177 - Joshua Gray

#206 - Dont'e Thornton Jr.

I'd be fine with this if 56 was Williams or Collins. Really impressed with Walker and Ivey is an immediate 2 down starter behind Bosa that eliminates the need for a Smoot re-signing and would also be an animal sliding inside.

Edited 6 hours ago by nosejob

[pennstate10]

I was listening to a couple Bills podcasts over the wknd. 
 

many podcasters and fans seem to think we should package a bunch of picks to move up in the top 5, because  we need a “difference maker” on defense. 
 

off the top of my head, most impactful defense players are Chris Jones, TJ Watt, Maxx Crosby,  and Miles Garrett. 
 

Watt was late 1, Jones was 2, and Crosby was 3. I don’t think you need to get into the top 5 for a difference maker. 
 

Given the draft selection is inherently imperfect with today’s technology, I think it’s smarter to take multiple picks in rounds 2 and 3. 

[ROCBillsBeliever]

7 minutes ago, pennstate10 said:

I was listening to a couple Bills podcasts over the wknd. 
 

many podcasters and fans seem to think we should package a bunch of picks to move up in the top 5, because  we need a “difference maker” on defense. 
 

off the top of my head, most impactful defense players are Chris Jones, TJ Watt, Maxx Crosby,  and Miles Garrett. 
 

Watt was late 1, Jones was 2, and Crosby was 3. I don’t think you need to get into the top 5 for a difference maker. 
 

Given the draft selection is inherently imperfect with today’s technology, I think it’s smarter to take multiple picks in rounds 2 and 3. 

 

@pennstate10 Thank you!

 

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[LLCoolCy]

Adam Schefter released his Monday Draft notes and had one Bills mentioned that I haven't even seen discussed the past month...   

 

https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2025/insider/story/_/id/44715900/2025-nfl-draft-notes-intel-buzz-adam-schefter-first-round-picks-teams-shedeur-sanders

 

"UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger, projected by many as a Day 2 pick, has a chance to go in the end of Round 1 to a team such as the Commanders (No. 29) or Bills (No. 30) that might be be looking for additional defensive help."

 

Going LB in the first would be create some content. 

[KOKBILLS]

34 minutes ago, LLCoolCy said:

Adam Schefter released his Monday Draft notes and had one Bills mentioned that I haven't even seen discussed the past month...   

 

https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2025/insider/story/_/id/44715900/2025-nfl-draft-notes-intel-buzz-adam-schefter-first-round-picks-teams-shedeur-sanders

 

"UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger, projected by many as a Day 2 pick, has a chance to go in the end of Round 1 to a team such as the Commanders (No. 29) or Bills (No. 30) that might be be looking for additional defensive help."

 

Going LB in the first would be create some content. 

 

The interesting thing about this is that a couple days ago Kiper says that BOTH UCLA LB's Schwesinger and Oladejo (Edge) will go MUCH higher than anyone is predicting...He said high 2nd round for both, but I've heard hints the team at the bottom of the 1st for Schwesinger will be the Ravens because they want another solid ILB next to Roquan... I forget where I heard that though... It may have been Kiper... His team is the Ravens... 

[Gregg]

45 minutes ago, LLCoolCy said:

Adam Schefter released his Monday Draft notes and had one Bills mentioned that I haven't even seen discussed the past month...   

 

https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2025/insider/story/_/id/44715900/2025-nfl-draft-notes-intel-buzz-adam-schefter-first-round-picks-teams-shedeur-sanders

 

"UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger, projected by many as a Day 2 pick, has a chance to go in the end of Round 1 to a team such as the Commanders (No. 29) or Bills (No. 30) that might be be looking for additional defensive help."

 

Going LB in the first would be create some content. 

 

With Milano's history with injuries this would not shock me. I prefer they go DL in Rd 1.