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USA Today
10 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
PFF: What do the Bills still need to 'think about' during the 2025 NFL offseason?
The Buffalo Bills front office has geared up the team for another run at a Super Bowl in 2025 but Pro Football Focus is not convinced all the work is done just yet. The football analytics outlet broke down one item each NFL team still needs to "think about" this offseason. For Buffalo, it relates to linebacker Matt Milano. Milano has undoubtedly been one of the best players at his position in football during his career but the issue that has popped up for him is his health. Because of that, Milano and the Bills reworked his contract this offseason and he's in the final year of his deal in 2025. What PFF thinks the team needs to keep in mind moving forward is the status of Milano's future... but none of that can be determined until next season begins. PFF's breakdown on Milano can be found below: Milano is entering the final year of his contract, though there are two void years attached that the Bills could convert if he wants to keep playing. But if this is his last year in Buffalo, how does the team feel about the rest of the linebacker group? Terrel Bernard struggled last season on his way to a 48.2 PFF overall grade, ranking 83rd among 90 linebackers, but the Bills signed him to a four-year extension this offseason, so he's not going anywhere. Dorian Williams wasn't much better (58.2) and is now halfway through his rookie deal. Could Buffalo look to make a big splash at linebacker in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Buffalo Bills have taken a hindsight approach to their free agency roster construction this offseason.
In 2022, the Buffalo Bills strayed away from their typical offseason methodology with the hopes that a major free agency signing could finally get them over the hump following another brutal playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Buffalo went after former All-Pro pass rusher Von Miller with a massive three-year $120 million contract ... and a lot of hope. Three seasons later - and an almost fully guaranteed deal down the drain - the Bills are kicking themselves over the move. Advertisement This offseason after another loss in the AFC championship game (to the Chiefs again) Buffalo cut the veteran Miller after a tenure of injuries, a suspension, and regressed performance that did not provide the spark they were hoping for. Now Buffalo has learned its lesson. Rather than throwing money at big-name free agents, the Bills returned back to their usual methods of targeting mid-level role players - especially ones that are home-grown - to build around their stars. General manager Brandon Beane orchestrated four extension deals to keep valuable young pieces in upstate New York. Receiver Khalil Shakir, cornerback Christian Benford, linebacker Terrel Bernard and edge rusher Greg Rousseau each got new contracts. Advertisement Not to mention, linebacker Matt Milano took a pay cut in his new contract that helped in re-signing franchise quarterback and MVP Josh Allen to a six-year, $330 million contract with a record $250 million in guarantees. Now that's a guy worth signing. The NFL free agency period also saw this conservative philosophy from the Bills. Buffalo signed mid-roster contributors like receiver Joshua Palmer (3-year, $29 million), edge rusher Michael Hoecht (3-year, $21 million), and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (1-year, $6.7 million) to affordable contracts. The only "splash" name was defensive end Joey Bosa, who at nearly 30 and with a history of injuries, Buffalo was able to get for a relative cheap price (1-year, $12.6 million). Advertisement Does this approach make up for past missteps? Likely not, especially for a fan base that is in need of rejuvenation and excitement. This approach does, however, show a sign of humility, acceptance, and willingness to stay within the comfort zone. ESPN's Bill Barnwell in his AFC superlatives names the Bills as the team "most likely to stay the course". They did that this offseason, but we won't know the return on investment (if there is any) until Buffalo rises to the occasion and finally dethrones the Chiefs in the AFC. Related: Bills Get Major Training Camp Announcement From Roger Goodell Related: Bills' Ability To Dethrone Eagles Down To 1 Key Thing The Buffalo Bills have taken a hindsight approach to their free agency roster construction this offseason. first appeared on Athlon Sports on May 22, 2025
NBC Sports
18-03-2025
- Business
- NBC Sports
Matt Milano and Bills agreed to reduce his salary, let him hit free agency in 2026
Bills linebacker Matt Milano agreed to re-do his contract to take a lower base salary this year and hit free agency next year. Milano will now make a base salary of $6,306,500 with $5,631,000 guaranteed this season, according to That means he's taking $3,633,500 less for his 2025 base pay, but the contract gives him the ability to make that up with $3,633,500 in performance incentives. Milano's contract now voids in February, so he can become a free agent in 2026. The Bills saved $3,658,500 in 2025 salary cap space with the revised contract.
USA Today
26-01-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Is Bills LB Matt Milano playing today? Injury updates for AFC Championship Game
The Buffalo Bills listed veteran linebacker Matt Milano on their injury report this week ahead of a pivotal AFC Championship Game matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Will Milano be able to take the field for Buffalo when the Bills face off against Kansas City this afternoon? Matt Milano injury update Milano is dealing with a hamstring injury that limited his participation in Buffalo's practice sessions on Wednesday and Thursday. However, on Friday Milano was a full participant in the Bills' drills, and he was not given a game designation for Sunday's matchup, which would indicate that he will be available for Buffalo this evening. How long will Matt Milano be out? Milano will not need to miss any time due to his condition, and should take the field with the Bills. Bills LB depth chart Milano is backed up by Dorian Williams and Edefuan Ulofoshio. Should Milano need to leave the game, Williams would likely be called upon before Ulofoshio.
