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Buffalo Bills Eye Linebacker in Upcoming Draft

3/26/2026

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Bills Prepare Linebacker Draft

The Buffalo Bills may draft a top linebacker, potentially replacing Terrel Bernard as starter.
Terrel Bernard (Buffalo Bills linebacker) and Dorian Williams (Buffalo Bills linebacker) are projected starters, but injuries raise doubts.
The Bills must shore up the offensive line after losing David Edwards and Ryan Van Demark.
Ahead of the April 23 Draft in Pittsburgh, PA, they also explore a veteran defensive tackle and a cornerback for depth.

Summary

Bills Reshape Roster

The Buffalo Bills reshaped their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft by trading for DJ Moore and signing Bradley Chubb and C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
With no second-round pick, the Bills may trade down from No. 26 to gain assets.
Insiders suggest targeting a wide receiver or linebacker, with C.J. Allen from Georgia as a pick if they trade down.
The draft is set for April 23, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

History

Historical Context

The NFL Draft, established in 1936, revolutionized player selection, influencing team strategies significantly. By 1983, it had produced 12 Hall of Famers, including John Elway and Eric Dickerson, reshaping franchises. Today, teams like the Buffalo Bills continue to adapt their rosters through trades and draft picks, underscoring the draft's enduring impact on building competitive teams in the league.

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Bills Prepare Linebacker Draft

The Buffalo Bills may draft a top linebacker, potentially replacing Terrel Bernard as starter.
Terrel Bernard (Buffalo Bills linebacker) and Dorian Williams (Buffalo Bills linebacker) are projected starters, but injuries raise doubts.
The Bills must shore up the offensive line after losing David Edwards and Ryan Van Demark.
Ahead of the April 23 Draft in Pittsburgh, PA, they also explore a veteran defensive tackle and a cornerback for depth.

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