Buffalo Rumblinks, 8/20: Who starts at safety opposite Taylor Rapp?
Cole Bishop, last year's second-round pick and the presumptive starter alongside returner Taylor Rapp, struggled mightily in his first action as he works his way back from a quad injury, while veteran Damar Hamlin also played poorly in starting alongside Bishop.
Who will start next to Rapp is still one of the biggest questions facing the Bills, and today's edition of Buffalo Rumblinks leads off by examining why head coach Sean McDermott says the team is still 'looking' for its starting strong safety.
Who starts opposite Taylor Rapp at safety?
Against Chicago, Bishop and Hamlin combined to allow the Bears first touchdown on their opening drive, a bad omen of what was to come as both players struggled while auditioning for the starting strong safety role. Sean McDermott told reporters that all safeties on the roster remain in competition for the starting gig, a group that includes Bishop, Hamlin, rookie Jordan Hancock, and veteran Darrick Forrest.
'I think we're looking for that other safety to play alongside of T. Rapp,' McDermott said before Tuesday's practice session. 'How consistent can they become, and how quickly can they grow if they're a younger player?'
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McDermott: 'Everyone's still in competition' for starting safety opposite Taylor Rapp – Buffalo News (subscription required)
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Gauging Buffalo's interest in reuniting with WR Gabe Davis
According to multiple reports, the Bills are bringing in former wide receiver Gabe Davis for a free-agent visit. During his four-year career with Buffalo, Davis caught 163 passes for 2,730 yards with 27 touchdowns.
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