Dalton Wasserman: Defensive Shift Under Jim Leonhard, Bills Free Agency Recap

Pro Football Focus NFL and college football analyst Dalton Wasserman joined One Bills Live. He talked about the roster changes from the Bills this offseason, the changes he's seeing in personnel on defense under Jim Leonhard, and the added talent through free agency. He then discussed Buffalo's needs in the draft and targeted two players in his latest mock draft that could fit their needs. Finally, he shared his overall thoughts from around the league during the last week in free agency.

Bills center Connor McGovern joined One Bills Live to discuss signing a 4-year contract extension in Buffalo. He talked about why he wanted to return to Buffalo and his ongoing relationship with QB Josh Allen and his head coach Joe Brady. He then shared his thoughts on the returning players on the roster, the holes that will need to be filled on the offensive side of the ball, and the importance in re-signing in Buffalo. Finally, he talked about his excitement for the upcoming season.

FOX Sports NFL reporter Ralph Vacchiano joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the reported acquisition of WR D.J. Moore. He then discussed why he thinks the Bills should now focus their attention on a pass rusher in free agency and the draft. He went on to talk about Buffalo's current free agents, the likelihood veterans along the offensive line could return, and the free agent landscape with pass rushers.

Bears sideline reporter and former NFL FB Jason McKie joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on Buffalo acquiring WR D.J. Moore in a trade with Chicago and the impact he could have on the Bills offense under OC Joe Brady.

33rd Team 'Check The Mic' co-host Steve Palazzolo joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the NFL Scouting Combine from last week and targeted some prospects that could fit with the Bills. He went on to discuss the Bills offseason roster needs, including the offensive line, receiver, and safety. Finally, he took a look at the free agency landscape.

Maddy Glab and Chris Brown broke down their biggest takeaways from this year's NFL Scouting Combine as players met with the media. They talked about the connections some of the prospects have to the current Bills roster, which ones have had meetings with the Buffalo, and the insight they got from the team interactions.

Yahoo! Sports NFL analyst and creator of the Reception Perception Matt Harmon joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine. He shared his overall thoughts on this year's wide receiver class in the NFL Draft and explained his Reception Perception that he created to evaluate the receiver position. He went on to discuss some possible receiver prospects that the Bills could target and how they may fit in the offense.

NFL Draft analyst from The Athletic Dane Brugler joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine. He talked about his 2026 NFL Draft guide called "The Beast" and why the Combine is so important for prospects and talent evaluators. He went on to discuss the defensive depth and his favorite players from this year's draft. Dane then looked at the value of the interior offensive linemen, the WRs that could be available to the Bills, the skillset with the defensive backfield prospects, and the pass rushers in the draft.

ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine. He began by sharing his thoughts on Joe Brady taking over as head coach and how the offense may change in 2026. He went on to discuss Buffalo's new defensive scheme and the adjustment the current roster may have to make. He then talked about the Bills roster needs and possible targets in the draft at defensive line, cornerback, and wide receiver.

ESPN NFL Draft analyst Jordan Reid joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine. He talked about how he thinks the second wave of talent WRs could fall to the Bills with their first round selection and the type of receiver they could get. He went on to talk about the depth of the defensive line group, including some options for Buffalo at defensive tackle. Finally, he talked about the linebacker depth and his praise for that unit ahead of the draft.

NFL Network draft analyst joined One Bills Live from the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He discussed his overall impressions of this year's draft class, including the defensive line and wide receiver group, specifically some targets for the Bills at the WR position. He went on to talk about the defensive back prospects, the day two targets he could see as a value for Buffalo, and the LB options in the draft.

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He discussed the value this draft offers in rounds two and three and his top prospects at the cornerback position that may fit Buffalo. He then talked about why team's lean on taking the best player available and the importance of building a solid defensive line.

NFL Network draft analyst Charles Davis joined One Bills Live from the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He shared his thoughts on the cornerback prospects, including transformation of the nickel position over the years. He went on to talk about the evaluation process and how it changes ahead of the draft and the top wide receiver prospects.

Bills head coach Joe Brady joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine on February, 24, 2026. He discussed the new coaching staff he has brought on board and the early roles he has for his staff. He then talked about the conversations with the scouting department on the process in evaluating talent, the prototypes they may be looking for, and the early process of his role as head coach.

Bills President of Football Operations & General Manager Brandon Beane joined One Bills Live from the NFL Scouting Combine on February 24, 2026. He talked about the overall talent in this year's draft class, the process of the scouting class in evaluating the prospects, and the movement he may do with the current roster. Finally, he shared his thoughts on the early relationship with the new coaching staff.

CBS Sports NFL and Draft analyst Emory Hunt joined One Bills Live to preview this year's NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He discussed the deepest position groups in this year's draft class, the Bills possible targets with their 26th overall pick in the first round, and the possibility of getting a high-caliber EDGE player on day two. He went on to share his thoughts on who will shine with testing at the Combine, the Bills roster needs overall, and the draft wide receiver class

Bills reporter Maddy Glab and Chris Trapasso discussed the latest Bills Mock Draft Watch with some possible targets for the Bills with their first round selection. They examined some of the players mocked including WR Omar Cooper Jr. of Indiana, WR Denzel Boston out of Washington, safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren from Toledo, DT Lee Hunter out of Texas Tech and Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald.

Fox Sports NFL Reporter Greg Auman joins One Bills Live on Thursday, February 12 to talk potential Bills roster decisions going into the 2026 offseason, including players to re-sign and position groups to target in free agency and the draft on the offensive side and defensive side of the ball. Greg also recaps Roger Goodell's Press Conference at Super Bowl LX last week in the Bay Area.

NFL.com lead draft writer and analyst Eric Edholm joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the latest head coaching carousel in the NFL and the teams ready to take a dramatic leap in 2026. He then went on to discuss his latest Power Rankings, where he has the Bills slotted 5th and his latest Mock Draft. He discussed his selection for Buffalo in Georgia LB CJ Allen 26th overall and his thoughts on the roster needs for the Bills this offseason. Finally, he looked at the QB situation for Jets and Dolphins.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker broke down Maddy's latest Mock Draft Watch where she tallied draft analyst's top pick for the Bills with their first round selection. They looked at the top positions that were targeted, including wide receiver, linebacker, Edge, and safety. The two then discussed the top 3 players that might be a fit for Buffalo, WR Denzel Boston out of Washington, WR Chris Brazzell II from Tennessee, and Georgia LB CJ Allen.

Former NFL QB and current Athletic Analyst Chase Daniel joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the Bills hiring of Joe Brady as head coach and Pete Carmichael as offensive coordinator. Daniel spent time with the two during his time playing with the Saints. He then discussed the defensive shift with new DC Jim Leonhard and what he wants to see from Josh Allen. James Cook. and the rest of the Bills offense.

Bills OT Dion Dawkins joined One Bills Live from the site of the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl LX. He shared his thoughts on Joe Brady landing the new head coaching job, the positive vibe with the players on the coaching moves, and the next steps for the offensive line. He went on to discuss his nomination for this year's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, his personal goal for the 2026 season, his anticipation for the New Highmark Stadium, and the new Protector of the Year Award presented this year at NFL Honors.

Bills head coach Joe Brady joined One Bills Live. He discussed the extensive interview process, his approach to taking over at the helm, and the assistants he looks to add to the staff. He went on to share the vision he has for the team, his relationship with the players, and his push for game day attire.

Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared their initial reactions and biggest takeaways from Joe Brady's introductory press conference as he takes over as head coach. They discussed the Brandon Beane and Josh Allen's role in the hiring process and vision Brady envisions for the team.

Bills radio color analyst and former Pro Bowl center Eric Wood joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott and the promotion for Joe Brady as he takes over. He talked about Brady's rise in his coaching career, his familiarity with the team, and the next steps in building a staff. He then went to discuss possible defensive coordinator candidates, including his former teammate Jim Leonhard.