Bills Draft 10 players and add 12 Undrafted to Roster
For months Bills fans wondered what would this reshaped Bills roster will look like for the upcoming season. This Bills defense operated the same way, with the same cores pieces for 6 seasons for the most part. The best stretches always start with the original members who got it off the ground. From Leslie Frazier, Brian Daboll, Chad Hall now Eric Washington to Joe Schoen and Dan Morgan. Bills have always shown sustained success when ever a major piece departs. But this time around it’s core field pieces such as Jordan Power, Tre White, Stefon Diggs, Gabe Davis, Mitch Morse and Micah Hyde is pondering his future at the moment but not under contract. So how will this 4-time AFC East Champion recover with so much turnover?
After losing half of the 2023 Roster the Bills will look different offensively. Drafting WR Keon Coleman (FSU) as their Top Pick in this years class (2nd Round) plus, signing Curtis Samuel in free agency shall bring some much needed excitement back into the passing game. Dalton Kincaid in his second season, will he become WR1 at TE? Khalil Shakir will definitely have a more added role, and James Cook coming off a 1000 yard season with Rookie RB Ray Davis as a nice complement. Not to mention Dawson Knox is overdue he’s the guy that Josh Allen trusts the most based on having the most experience with QB1. Chase Claypool can be a steal in free agency if Brady’s offense can resurrect his skill set. Here are the Bills Draft Class.
OFFENSE:
Keon Coleman (FSU) 6’4 215 WR. A big target that Josh will be having a lot of fun with going into a new stadium soon. Coleman’s Freakish ability and athleticism is an element that been missing in the Josh Allen Era.
Ray Davis (Kentucky) 5’9 210 RB. Physical between the tackles will give you Frank Gore vibes, explosive and he can catch hauling in 7 receiving touchdowns last year.
Sedrick Van-Pran Granger (Georgia) 6’5 310 C. Led Georgia to 2 National Championships. Could be the biggest steal of the class. A great way replace a Pro Bowler in Mitch Morse.
Tylan Grable (UCF) 6’6 305 OT. Had the No.1 athleticism score at the NFL Combine (91). Former QB/TE will develop into a quality depth piece could be a eventual starter down the line.
Travis Clayton (UK) 6’7 300 OL. Rugby player who could develop into a solid pro with his size and athleticism.
DEFENSE:
Cole Bishop (UTAH) 6’2 210 S/FS/DB Plays downhill like a Jordan Poyer and have the instincts of a Micah Hyde with ball skills.
Dewayne Carter (DUKE) 6’3 305 DT Three time captain, First Team All-ACC. Jim Tatum Award ACC Top scholar athlete. Carter has the leadership abilities, but could be a force in this new Bills rotation.
Edefuan Ulofoshio (WASH) 6’1 236 LB Solid Tackler, Athletic and has great Football IQ. Off the ball backer that will replace Matakevich on Special Teams.
Javon Solomon (TROY) 6’2 250 DE. Motor. Very powerful at the point of attack. Led the nation in sacks (16) can crack the rotation as a situational pass rusher.
Daquan Hardy (PENN St.) 5’9 180 NB/PR will fit the role as Taron Johnson backup, but is a fan favorite to win the punt return job.
Undrafted Free Agents to watch:
Xavier Johnson WR Ohio St. 6’1 205. The Swiss Army Knife receiver played running back and return kicks totaling over 1200 all-purpose yards.
Keni-H Lovely CB Western Michigan 5’11 176. Comes from a football family has great instincts
Mike Edwards OL Campbell 6’6 365. First Team All- Big South 2nd Team All-American
Keaton Bills OL Utah 6’4 321. Versatile can play all three positions up front, special teams contributor
Jack Browning P San Diego St 5’11 190. Played Kicker and Punter the past two seasons averaged 46 yards per punt. Never missed an extra point while at SDSU. Could push for starting spot.
Frank Gore Jr. RB Southern Miss 5’8 200. Finished Third all-time in rushing for over 4000 yards, with 26 Touchdowns.
Bills still have a few roster spots available, as Bills GM Brandon Beane is looking to complete a strong roster to start camp with come late July. Next Phase 2 of Bills OTA’s.
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