After six consecutive playoff appearances, the Buffalo Bills are still looking for a way to get past the AFC Conference Championship. As long as reigning NFL MVP Josh Allen is in the picture, the Bills will remain contenders, but general manager Brandon Beane now faces the annual challenge of trying to maintain a great roster while adding impact players who can become difference-makers when it matters most.
NFL free agency begins on Wednesday, March 12, at 4:00 PM ET, and insiders are already discussing the Bills’ top priorities.
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Buffalo Bills want more speed, add a No. 1 WR
The Buffalo Bills came only four points away from defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship and having a chance to play the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl. They’re not that far away from reaching their goals. But how do they get there?
Recently, Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer speculated on two specific areas the Bills are expected to prioritize this offseason, including a potential star acquisition.
“I think there will be an effort to get faster on defense. I could see GM Brandon Beane being involved if a true No. 1 receiver becomes available, but it’s hard to predict whether that’ll happen. What I will say is they’re in a better situation cap-wise now after taking on a bunch of dead money last year.”
SI on Buffalo Bills’ free agency plans
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A No. 1 receiver has just become available, with two-time Pro Bowler DK Metcalf requesting a trade from the Seattle Seahawks. He’s recorded three 1,000-yard seasons and is just 27 years old, fitting the Bills’ needs perfectly.
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