The Buffalo Bills are a professional American football team based in Buffalo, New York. The Bills compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the American Football Conference (AFC) East division. The Bills play their home games at Ralph Wilson Stadium, which is located in the western suburb of Orchard Park. The Bills joined the NFL in 1970 as one of the eight original franchises.
1. Josh Allen
Quarterback
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2022)
- Second-team All-MWC (2016)
Josh Allen was born on May 21, 1996, in Firebaugh, California. He attended Reedley High School where he starred for the football team and earned Second-team All-American honors as a senior.
In 2015, he enrolled at Wyoming University and played for their football team until 2017 when he was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Josh Allen has been selected to two consecutive second-team all-pro squads (2020 & 2021).
Josh Allen is a talented and promising NFL quarterback. He has had some success in the past, but his career is still young. Josh Allen will need to continue to develop if he wants to be one of the top quarterbacks in the league.
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2. Stefon Diggs
Wide receiver
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2020–2022)
- NFL receptions leader (2020)
- NFL receiving yards leader (2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2015)
- Second-team All-Big Ten (2014)
Stefon Diggs was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2015 and played for them until 2019. He then signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2020 and has been there ever since.
Stefon Diggs is a wide receiver and is one of the top players in the league when it comes to catching passes. He has also been named to several All-Pro teams as well as being awarded First-team All-Pro status in 2020.
Stefon Diggs was born on November 29, 1993, which makes him just 29 years old at this time. This gives him plenty of experience both on the field and behind it, making him an invaluable part of any team he plays for.
Stefon Diggs attended Our Lady of Good Counsel high school before going on to play college football at Maryland where he became one of their most popular players during his two seasons there (2012–2014).
Stefon Diggs was drafted in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. He played college football at Maryland where he made three Pro Bowls and was a Second-team All-American as a junior in 2013. In his rookie season, Stefon Diggs led all NFL receivers with 96 receptions for 1,277 yards and six touchdowns.
As a sophomore in 2014, Stefon Diggs helped lead the Minnesota Vikings to their first playoff appearance since 2008 while recording 66 receptions for 985 yards and five touchdowns.
In 2016, Stefon Diggs led all NFL receivers with 101 catches for 1,297 yards and nine touchdowns before being named First Team All-Pro and earning his second Pro Bowl invitation later that year.
In 2018, Stefon Diggs became just the fifth player in history to record over 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first four seasons when he amassed 112 catches for 1,401 yards and eight touchdowns.
Stefon Diggs is an explosive receiver who can stretch defenses deep into their territory on short passes or go long downfield routes to make big plays， making him one of the most dangerous players in the league today.
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3. Andre Reed
Career
- Buffalo Bills (1985–1999)
- Denver Broncos (2000)*
- Washington Redskins (2000)
Andre Reed was a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time First Team All-Pro wide receiver in his 18-year career. He is the Bills' all-time leader in receptions (1,549), receiving yards (15,934), and touchdown catches (83).
Reed also ranks second all-time behind Ozzie Newsome on the Redskins' list of most consecutive games with a reception (208). In 1999 he retired as Buffalo's all-time leading receiver and finished his career with 1,721 yards on 176 receptions with 13 touchdowns.
Andre Reed was inducted into both the Bills and Redskins' hall of fame in 2003 and 2009 respectively Andre Reed was a dominant receiver in the NFL for over 20 years and is one of the most respected players in Buffalo Bill's history.
Andre Reed was twice chosen to be an All-Pro and seven times selected to play in the Pro Bowl, making him one of the most successful receivers in league history.
Andre Reed helped lead the Bills to two Super Bowls (1988 and 1990) where they were unsuccessful both times. After retiring from professional football, Andre Reed went on to have a successful career as a broadcaster for FOX Sports before he passed away at age 53 in 2016.
4. Thurman Thomas
Running back
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1991)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1991)[1]
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1990, 1991)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1989, 1992, 1993)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1989–1993)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Buffalo Bills No. 34 retired
- 2× First-team All-American (1985, 1987)
- Oklahoma State Cowboys No. 34 retired
Thurman Thomas was an all-pro running back for the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins in the 1990s. He won two NFL Most Valuable Player Awards and was twice voted to the Pro Bowl.
Thurman Thomas also played for the Cowboys, Patriots, Chargers, Jets, and Saints during his career. Thurman Thomas is a three-time second-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl selection in the NFL.
He was inducted into the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame in 1994, and his No. 34 jersey has been retired by the team.
Thurman Thomas led Oklahoma State to back-to-back national championships in 1985 and 1987, earning consensus first-team All-American honors both seasons.
Thomas ended his career with 12,074 rushing yards, 4,458 receiving yards (with 23 touchdowns) and 65 rushing touchdowns over 14 years in the NFL.
Also Played For: tecmo super bowl, oklahoma state university
5. Cornelius Bennett
Linebacker
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1988, 1991, 1992)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1988, 1990–1993)
- Second-team NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1987)
- Buffalo Bills 50th Anniversary Team
- SEC Player of the Year (1986)
- Lombardi Award (1986)
- 3× First-team All-American (1984–1986)
- 3× All-SEC (1984–1986)
Cornelius Bennett was a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts from 1987-1995. He was a three-time first-team All-Pro and helped lead the Colts to their only Super Bowl appearance in 1988.
After leaving the NFL, Bennett played two seasons with the Buffalo Bills before retiring. He is currently an analyst on ESPN's Sunday Night Football broadcasts. Cornelius Bennett is married and has four children.
Bennett was a 3-time first-team all-SEC selection and played in 5 Pro Bowls. Bennett led the nation with 31 forced fumbles during his collegiate career.
After being drafted in the 4th round by Buffalo Bills, Bennett started 204 games over 13 seasons playing quarterback for the Bills and Atlanta Falcons Bennett is one of only two players to win three Lombardi Awards (the NFL's highest honor) and he also won a Heisman Trophy while at Alabama.
6. Jim Kelly
Quarterback
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1991)
- Second-team All-Pro (1992)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1987, 1988, 1990–1992)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (1991)
- NFL passer rating leader (1990)
- NFL completion percentage leader (1990)
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Buffalo Bills No. 12 retired
- Peach Bowl champion (1980)
- Peach Bowl Offensive MVP (1980)
- University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame
- NCAA Inspiration Award (2018)
Jim Kelly was a dominant quarterback in the NFL for over 15 years. He won five Pro Bowls and was twice named to the All-Pro team. Kelly also led the league in passing touchdowns three times and finished among the top ten passers several more times.
His career ended prematurely due to injuries, but he remains one of the most accomplished quarterbacks of all time. Jim Kelly was an all-time great quarterback in the NFL and led the Buffalo Bills to many successful seasons.
He won two Super Bowls with the team and is one of only four players in NFL history to win multiple championships. After retiring from football, he started his own business empire which included a number of restaurants and hotels.
In 2018, he was awarded the NCAA Inspiration Award for his work with cancer research charities throughout his career.
Also Played For: 1983 nfl draft
7. Bruce Smith
Defensive end
Career
- 2× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1990, 1996)
- 8× First-team All-Pro (1987, 1988, 1990, 1993–1997)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1989, 1998)
- 11× Pro Bowl (1987–1990, 1992–1998)
- 2× NFL forced fumbles co-leader (1994, 1996)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Buffalo Bills No. 78 retired
- Outland Trophy (1984)
- 2× First-team All-American (1983, 1984)
Bruce Smith is a dominant defensive end who played in the NFL for over 20 years. He was twice named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year, and also won 11 Pro Bowls.
A two-time forced fumble co-leader, Bruce Smith is one of the best defenders to ever play in the NFL. Bruce Smith was a dominant defensive lineman in the NFL for many years.
He made an impact on both the Bills and Buffalo fans with his play on the field. His 200 sacks are a record that will likely never be broken. Smith also had 43 forced fumbles and 2 interceptions, which shows just how talented he was as a defender.
He is now retired from football but still holds several franchise records that will always be remembered by Bills fans.
Also Played For: defensive end, running back redskins
8. O. J. Simpson
Running back
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1973)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1973)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1972–1976)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1972–1976)
- Bert Bell Award (1973)
- AP Athlete of the Year (1973)
- 3× UPI AFC Offensive Player of the Year (1972, 1973, 1975)
- 4× NFL rushing yards leader (1972, 1973, 1975, 1976)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1973, 1975)
- NFL scoring leader (1975)
- AFL All-Star (1969)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- National champion (1967)
- Heisman Trophy (1968)
- Maxwell Award (1968)
- Walter Camp Award (1967)
- 2× UPI Player of the Year (1967, 1968)
- 2× Unanimous All-American (1967, 1968)
- USC Trojans No. 32 retired
O. J. Simpson played running back for the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League (NFL). He was a five-time first-team All-Pro and won the NFL Offensive Player of the Year award in 1973.
On July 12, 1994, Simpson was acquitted of all charges connected to the murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman.
The trial received widespread media coverage due to its high profile nature and lively courtroom exchanges between defense lawyer Johnnie Cochran Jr., prosecutor Marcia Clark, and juror0s Orenthal James "OJ" Simpson O.
J. Simpson was a two-time Heisman Trophy winner and an All-American at USC. He led the NFL in rushing yards in both 1974 and 1975 and was also named the league's scoring leader that year.
After his retirement from football, Simpson became involved in numerous legal proceedings, including allegations of armed robbery and kidnapping. In 2007, he was found guilty of murder after a highly publicized trial; he is currently serving a sentence at Nevada State Prison.
Also Played For: college football, heisman trophy nfl
9. Steve Tasker
Wide receiver
Career
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1991–1995)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1987, 1990–1995)
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
Tasker was a standout receiver at Wichita County High School in Leoti, Kansas. He was drafted by the Houston Oilers in the 1985 NFL Draft and played for them from 1985 to 1986.
Tasker then signed with the Buffalo Bills and spent 11 seasons with them (1986-1997). He made four Pro Bowl appearances as a member of the Bills and also won two Super Bowls (1990 and 1993).
After leaving the NFL, Tasker had brief stints with several other teams before retiring in 1997. Steve Tasker was one of the most dominant wide receivers in the Buffalo Bill's history. He led the team to five consecutive first-team All-Pro selections and seven Pro Bowl appearances from 1987 to 1995.
Tasker also had success in the postseason, helping the Bills win two Super Bowls (1990, 1993) during his career. After playing his entire NFL career with the Bills, Steve Tasker retired following the 1996 season. He currently resides in Rochester Hills, Michigan and is a broadcaster for ESPN's "NFL Sunday Countdown.
In 2005, Steve Tasker was inducted into the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame at Ralph Wilson Stadium alongside other notable players such as Thurman Thomas and Jim Kelly.
10. Jack Kemp
Quarterback
Career
- Detroit Lions (1957)*
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1957)
- San Francisco 49ers (1958)*
- New York Giants (1958)*
- Calgary Stampeders (1959)
- Los Angeles / San Diego Chargers (1960–1962)
- Buffalo Bills (1962–1969)
Jack Kemp was a Republican politician who served as the 39th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 1989 to 1993. A quarterback for the Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, New York Giants, and Buffalo Bills during his NFL career, he is best known for his role in developing Reaganomics—a set of economic policies that helped revive the U.S.
The economy in the 1980s. Kemp also served two terms as a Member of Congress from New York (1971–1989) before being appointed to HUD by President George H. W. Bush in 1989; he resigned after one term due to ill health but later returned to politics and ran unsuccessfully for president in 1992 on the Reform Party ticket with Ross Perot.
Kemp married Joanne Main in 1958 and they had four children together: Jeff (born 1959), Jimmy (1962-1994), Lisa (1966-1996), and Jack Jr.(1970-2010).
He died at age 73 following a long illness on May 2nd, 2009 Jack Kemp was a football legend, both in the AFL and NFL. He was twice named AFL Champion MVP and also won an NFL MVP award.
Kemp played for both Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams teams during his illustrious career. Kemp is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in history, and he will be fondly remembered by many fans across America.
11. Micah Hyde
Safety
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2017, 2021)
- Pro Bowl (2017)
- Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year (2012)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2012)
- Second-team All-Big Ten (2011)
Micah Hyde started his NFL career with the Green Bay Packers in 2013. He was traded to the Buffalo Bills in 2017 and has been a mainstay on their defense ever since.
Hyde has been selected to two Pro Bowls and is one of the league's top safeties. Injuries have hampered him at times, but he remains an important part of the Buffalo Bills' team.
Micah Hyde was a two-time first-team All-Big Ten safety and one of the most complete defensive backs in the NFL. He has recorded over 600 tackles, 5 interceptions, and 59 pass deflections throughout his career.
Hyde is also known for his return skills as he has tallied 1,719 yards on punt returns and 892 yards on kick returns in his career. In 2017, Micah Hyde was named to the Pro Bowl after recording 77 tackles and 2 interceptions during the season.
The 2020 season will be Micah's tenth with the San Francisco 49ers where he is expected to continue playing at a high level.
Also Played For: the university of iowa, iowa hawkeyes football
12. Jordan Poyer
Safety
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- Pro Bowl (2022)
- Consensus All-American (2012)
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2012)
Jordan Poyer is a strong safety for the Buffalo Bills. He was picked up by the Bills in 2017 and has since become a mainstay on their roster. Poyer has been an important part of several successful seasons for the team, including 2018 when they made it to the playoffs.
He was also named to his first Pro Bowl this year and received accolades from around the league as a result. Jordan Poyer is known for his physical play style which often leads to turnovers or big plays on defense.
He's one of Buffalo's most valuable players overall. Jordan Poyer is a versatile and experienced cornerback who has been a key part of the Seattle Seahawks' defense for several seasons.
He was an All-American in 2012 and was First-team All-Pac-12 that year as well. In 2021, he became the first Seahawk to be named First-team All-Pro, while also being selected to play in both the Pro Bowl and the Consensus All-American game later that season.
Poyer has had success against some of the best receivers in the NFL, including Antonio Brown and Julio Jones on multiple occasions. He is considered one of Seattle's most indispensable players and will be relied upon heavily during their playoff run this year.
Also Played For: oregon state beavers
13. Joe DeLamielleure
Career
- 8× All-Pro (1974–1980, 1983)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1975–1980)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
- Cleveland Browns Ring of Honor
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
Joe DeLamielleure was a guard for the Buffalo Bills and Cleveland Browns in the NFL. He played college football at Michigan State before being drafted by the Bills in 1973.
DeLamielleure had a long and successful career with the Bills, playing there from 1973 to 1979. After spending time with the Browns (1980–1984), he rejoined Buffalo in 1985.
He also spent two seasons with the Charlotte Rage of the World Football League (WFL). DeLamielleure was inducted into both the Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame and the Cleveland Browns hall of fame after his retirement from football.
Joe DeLamielleure was a key member of the Green Bay Packers' "Greatest Show on Turf" teams that won two Super Bowls in the 1990s. He played both defensive end and linebacker for the Packers, and he also spent time with the Cleveland Browns and Buffalo Bills.
DeLamielleure was an eight-time All-Pro selection, six times as a pro bowler, and he is in the NFL Hall of Fame. Joe DeLamielleure died at age 63 after suffering from dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease.
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14. Tremaine Edmunds
Linebacker
Career
- 2× Pro Bowl (2019, 2020)
- First-team All-ACC (2017)
- Second-team All-ACC (2016)
Tremaine Edmunds is a linebacker for the Buffalo Bills and was drafted in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He played college football at Virginia Tech and was named First-Team All-American as a junior in 2017.
Edmunds has appeared in 54 games over four seasons with the Bills, recording 368 tackles, 14 sacks, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries, and one forced fumble.
In 2018 he helped lead Buffalo to their fourth straight playoff appearance and earned Pro Bowl selection honors after recording 112 tackles (second on the team) and 2 sacks (tied for fifth).
Edmunds is considered to be among the top linebackers in the league and his impact on defense has been praised by many observers as being instrumental to Buffalo's success both recently and historically Tremaine Edmunds was drafted 3rd.
Overall by the Buffalo Bills in the 2018 NFL Draft. Tremaine Edmunds is a natural linebacker and played college football at Virginia Tech.
Tremaine Edmunds has been described as a "once-in-a-generation talent" by some analysts and many believe he will be an All-Star player in the future.
Tremaine Edmunds is currently playing for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL and has had success thus far with 534 total tackles, 6 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 4 interceptions, and 32 pass deflections...all while only being 24 years old.
Also Played For: virginia tech
15. Taron Johnson
Cornerback
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2018–present)
Johnson was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2018 with the 4th overall pick. Johnson is a versatile corner who can play both man and zone coverage. He has started all 44 games he's played for the Bills, recording 119 tackles, 8 interceptions, and 2 sacks.
In 2019, Johnson was named to his first Pro Bowl after leading all NFL corners with 17 passes defended and 3 interceptions returned for touchdowns (all career highs).
As a free agent in 2020, Johnson re-signed with the Bills on a contract that will make him one of the highest-paid defenders in football history when it expires in 2024 at $135 million over 10 years.
Taron Johnson is a talented defensive back who has been playing in the NFL for nine years. He has played for the Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots over that time period.
In his career, he has 309 total tackles, 6 sacks, 26 pass deflections, 4 interceptions, and 1 touchdown. He is also very effective when it comes to forced fumbles and fumble recoveries.
16. Darryl Talley
Linebacker
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1990, 1993)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1990, 1991)
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Consensus first-team All-American (1983)
Darryl Talley was a linebacker for the Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons from 1983 to 1994. He helped lead both teams to playoff appearances, with the Bills making it to the playoffs in 1984 and 1988 and the Falcons reaching the postseason in 1990, 1992, 1996, and 1998.
In 1989, he was named to The Sporting News All-American First Team after recording 117 tackles (third on the team) and two interceptions while helping Buffalo reach its first Super Bowl appearance since 1981.
Talley also played in three Pro Bowls during his career – all as part of Bill Belichick's Patriots dynasty – earning Second-Team honors in 1993, 1994, and 1995.
After retiring from football following a 14-year playing career that saw him earn seven Pro Bowl selections (and one Third-Team), Darryl now works as an NFL analyst for ESPN+. Darryl Talley is a two-time first-team All-Pro and consensus first-team All-American.
He played for the Buffalo Bills from 1983 to 1992, amassing over 1,252 tackles and 38.5 sacks during his career.
Darryl was inducted into the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame in 1993 and is currently a member of the College Football Hall of Fame. Darryl has been involved with coaching both at the collegiate level and professional levels since retiring from football in 1992.
Also Played For: west virginia mountaineers football
17. Carlton Chester Gilchrist
Career
- Cleveland Browns (1954)*
- Sarnia Imperials (1954)
- Kitchener-Waterloo Dutchmen (1955)
- Hamilton Tiger-Cats (1956–1957)
- Saskatchewan Roughriders (1958)
- Toronto Argonauts (1959–1961)
- Buffalo Bills (1962–1964)
- Denver Broncos (1965)
- Miami Dolphins (1966)
- Denver Broncos (1967)
Carlton Chester Gilchrist was a halfback for 10 seasons in the CFL, NFL, and AFL. He played collegiately at Har-Brack High School before becoming an undrafted free agent in 1954.
His career highlights include playing for the Cleveland Browns (1954), Sarnia Imperials (1954), Kitchener-Waterloo Dutchmen (1955), and Hamilton Tiger-Cats (1956–57). In 1962, he joined the Buffalo Bills where he spent six seasons before joining the Denver Broncos in 1965.
After two years with Miami Dolphins, Carlton retired from professional football in 1967. Carlton Chester Gilchrist was an all-around player in the AFL and CFL. He played both running back and linebacker for most of his career, earning three consecutive First-team All-AFL selections as a rusher (1962–1964) and four AFL All-Star nods (1962–1965).
Carlton Chester Gilchrist is best known for his time with the Buffalo Bills, where he won two Grey Cups – one as a rusher (1957) and another as a receiver/kick returner (1963).
After playing 12 seasons in the NFL, including eight with Buffalo, Carlton Chester Gilchurch ended his professional football career in 1971. In 1998, he was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame alongside Jim Kelly and Jerry Rice.
Also Played For: hamilton tiger cats
18. Matt Milano
Linebacker
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2017–present)
Matt Milano was born on July 28th, 1994 in Commack, New York. He played linebacker for the Buffalo Bills during their 2017 season and is currently with the team as of 2019.
Matt had an impressive rookie year playing alongside fellow linebacker Preston Brown Jr., recording 73 tackles and 2 sacks.
In 2018, Matt continued to play well for the Bills posting 69 tackles and 1 sack while helping lead his team to a 10-6 record and making it to the playoffs where they lost in game 3 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
As of now, Matt Milano is considered one of Buffalo’s most promising young linebackers and still has plenty of room to improve both on and off the field. Matt Milano had an impressive rookie season with the New England Patriots.
He played a major role in the team's success and was named to the Pro Bowl for his efforts. In 2022, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles and has continued to be a key player on their defense.
His performance has earned him accolades from both his teammates and fans alike, who call him one of the best players in the league. Matt Milano is a versatile defender who can play anywhere on defense, making him very valuable to any team he plays.
Also Played For: nfl preseason
19. Tre'Davious White
Cornerback
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2019, 2020)
- NFL interceptions co-leader (2019)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- Consensus All-American (2016)
- First-team All-SEC (2016)
- Second-team All-SEC (2015)
Tre'Davious White is a cornerback for the Buffalo Bills. He was drafted by the Bills in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. White has been named to two All-Pro teams and is one of the team's stars.
White has also recorded 32 interceptions over his career, which is second in franchise history behind Rod Woodson's 43 picks.
White will be an important part of Buffalo's defense as they look to make a return to prominence in 2019 and 2020 Tre'Davious White is an all-around talent in the NFL, and he has proven himself time and again.
He was a consensus first-team All-American as a junior at LSU and then went on to be one of the most productive players in college football during his senior year.
The 2017 NFL draft saw White go to the Buffalo Bills with the 19th overall pick, and he's been one of their best defenders ever since then.
His incredible interception totals (16) are proof that he can do it all on the field - from making big plays against opposing quarterbacks to defending deep passes downfield.
White will likely continue to be a key member of Buffalo's defense for years to come, as he always seems to bring his "A" game when it matters most.
Also Played For: lsu tigers football
20. Ed Oliver
Defensive tackle
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- 2× Consensus All-American (2017, 2018)
- 3× First-Team All-American (2016–2018)
- AAC Defensive Player of the Year (2017)
- AAC Rookie of the Year (2016)
- Outland Trophy (2017)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2016)
- 3× First-Team All-AAC (2016–2018)
- AAC All-Freshman Team (2016)
Ed Oliver was a consensus first-team All-American in both 2017 and 2018. He played college football at Houston where he won back-to-back titles as an All American alongside teammate Myles Garrett, who went on to be drafted number one overall by the Cleveland Browns this past year.
The 25-year-old defensive tackle is currently with the Buffalo Bills and has started 29 games over two seasons since being drafted ninth overall in 2019. His accolades include PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019), 2× Consensus First Team All-American (2017, 2018), 3× First Team All-American (2016–2018).
Oliver was a consensus All-American and was the AAC Defensive Player of the Year in 2017. Oliver is one of just two players in NCAA history to record at least 10 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, and five passes defended in their freshman season.
Oliver has been selected to three consecutive First-Team All-AAC squads and will enter his senior year with 150 total tackles, 14.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 11 pass deflections.
21. Kyle Williams
Defensive tackle
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2010)
- 6× Pro Bowl (2010, 2012–2014, 2016, 2018)
- BCS national champion (2003)
- Second-team All-American (2005)
- First-team All-SEC (2005)
Kyle Williams is a former defensive tackle for the Buffalo Bills. He has been with the team since 2006 and was second-team All-Pro in 2010. Williams played college football at Louisiana State University (LSU).
After playing for LSU, he was drafted by the Bills in 2006 and has remained there ever since aside from a one-year stint with the San Francisco 49ers in 2013. Kyle Williams was a two-time BCS national champion and second-team All-American at Auburn.
He was drafted in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills and has played for six teams over his twelve seasons in the league. Kyle is a four-time Pro Bowler and three-time First Team All-Pro selection, being named to both squads in 2010, 2012, and 2014 respectively.
He also won a Super Bowl with New England in 2016. In 2018 he signed with Philadelphia as a free agent.
22. Jerry Hughes
Linebacker
Career
- Ted Hendricks Award (2009)
- Lott Trophy (2009)
- 2× Consensus All-American (2008, 2009)
- 2× first-team All-MWC (2008, 2009)
Jerry Hughes is a defensive end for the Houston Texans and was drafted in 2010. Jerry Hughes has played for the Indianapolis Colts (2010-2012) and Buffalo Bills (2013-2021).
In 2018, he had his best season with 11 sacks and 3 forced fumbles. Hughes will be 34 years old at the end of this season and could potentially retire after 2022 with the Houston Texans.
Hughes started his professional career with the San Diego Chargers before being traded to the Indianapolis Colts in 2013. In 2017, Hughes signed with the Buffalo Bills and recorded a career-high 14 sacks that year.
Hughes has also been a key player on defense for Team USA during multiple international tournaments including the 2008 Olympics and 2010 World Cup.
The Jerry Hughes Award is presented annually to an individual who makes significant contributions both on and off of the field in college football It's safe to say that Jerry Hughes will go down as one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history.
Also Played For: tcu horned frogs football
23. Jairus Byrd
Free safety
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2012, 2013)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2009, 2012, 2013)
- NFL interceptions leader (2009)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009)
- Pac-10 Co-Freshman of the Year (2006)
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2008)
Jairus Byrd is a free safety for the New Orleans Saints. He attended Clayton High School in Missouri and then played college football in Oregon. The Bills drafted him in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft, and he spent four seasons with them before signing with the Saints in 2014.
In 2016, he was part of the Saints' Super Bowl-winning team, and he has continued to play regularly for Carolina since 2017.
Jairus Byrd was a first-round draft pick by the New Orleans Saints in 2009 and has had an impressive NFL career, recording over 500 tackles, 25 interceptions, 6 forced fumbles, and 13 fumble recoveries.
He played at Oregon State University before being drafted into the NFL and is a 2005 Pac-10 Co-Freshman of the Year who also won First Team All-Pac-10 honors in 2008.
In 2012 he was named to 2nd team All-Pro after leading the league with 4 interceptions and helping lead his team to their fourth Super Bowl appearance in franchise history.
Jairus Byrd is currently signed with the Saints through the 2017 season but could possibly be traded this offseason depending on how negotiations go between him and the Saints organization.
24. Aaron Schobel
Defensive end
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2006)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2006, 2007)
- WAC Defensive Player of the Year (2000)
- 2× First-team All-WAC (1999, 2000)
Aaron Schobel was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2001. He played for them from 2001 to 2009. Aaron Schobel had a successful career with the Bills, amassing 87 sacks and five interceptions during his time there.
He was named All-Pro twice (2005, 2006). In 2008, he signed a six-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts worth $41 million but failed to live up to expectations and retired after one season.
Aaron Schobel is now an analyst for NFL Network and ESPN Deportes covers college football games on weekends alongside play-by-play announcer Jon Gruden.
Aaron has two children and resides in Houston, Texas Aaron Schobel was a dominant defensive lineman for the Boise State Broncos. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL draft and played there for three seasons before signing with the Seattle Seahawks as an unrestricted free agent in 2009.
He played six seasons with Seattle, earning two Pro Bowl appearances and being named to both first and second teams All-Pro twice apiece.
In 2016, Aaron signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals but retired after just seven games due to injury. Since retiring from football, Aaron has worked as an analyst on Fox Sports 1's College GameDay coverage and is also involved in business ventures outside of sports.
25. Stevie Johnson
Wide receiver
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2008–2013)
- San Francisco 49ers (2014)
- San Diego Chargers (2015–2016)
Stevie Johnson was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2008 and spent his first four seasons with the team. In 2013, Johnson signed with the San Francisco 49ers and finished his career with them after two seasons.
Johnson had a breakout season in 2014 when he recorded over 1,000 yards receiving for both the 49ers and San Diego Chargers before retiring at the end of that year. Since hanging up his cleats, Stevie has been working as an analyst on NFL Network's coverage of Thursday night games alongside former teammate Anquan Boldin.
A three-time Pro Bowler who is also a member of both the NFL All-Decade Team (2010–2020) and The Associated Press All-Pro First Team (2012), Stevie will be long remembered as one of professional football's best receivers ever.
Stevie Johnson was a standout receiver at the University of Utah, playing in 49 games and amassing 1,865 yards on 147 receptions with 21 touchdowns.
Johnson was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 2007 and spent four seasons with the team before signing with the New England Patriots as an unrestricted free agent in 2011. In 2013, he signed with the Buffalo Bills and has since had success there, recording 291 receiving yards and one touchdown over five games played this season.
Johnson is coming off his best NFL season to date - he recorded career highs for receptions (81), receiving yards (1,448), and touchdowns (12).
He's also been named first-team All-Pro twice during that span - once in 2012 and again in 2016. At 30 years old, Stevie Johnson is still having a lot of success in the league - look for him to continue leading all receivers into the 2018 campaign.
26. Eric Wood
Center
Career
- Pro Bowl (2015)
- First-team Freshman All-American (2005)
- Second-team All-Big East (2006)
- 2× First-team All-Big East (2007, 2008)
Wood was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2009 and has spent his entire career with them. He is a two-time Pro Bowler and a four-time All-Pro selection.
Wood helped lead the Bills to their first playoff appearance in 18 years in 2015, but they were eliminated in the first round of that year's postseason tournament.
In 2017, he signed with the New Orleans Saints as a free agent but was released before the start of the season due to injury problems.
Wood announced his retirement from playing football on January 2nd, 2019 after 13 seasons with Buffalo and five seasons with New Orleans Eric Wood is one of the best offensive linemen in NFL history.
He was a first-team All-American as a freshman at Ohio State and has been an integral part of some successful teams throughout his career. Wood has started all 120 games he's played in the NFL, which is quite an achievement for someone who just turned 27 years old this year.
He was nominated for the Pro Bowl this year but did not make it to Hawaii due to injury, something that will doubtlessly frustrate him given his consistent play over the past few seasons.
Eric Wood may be coming to the end of his playing days, but he'll go down as one of the greatest offensive linemen in league history and a true legend within New England Patriots circles.
27. Terrence McGee
Cornerback
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2004, 2005)
- Pro Bowl (2004)
Terrence McGee was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2003. He played for them until 2012. In 2007, he was named to the Pro Bowl and led all NFL cornerbacks with five interceptions that season.
McGee also returned two kickoffs for touchdowns during his time with the Bills, one in 2004 and another in 2009. After leaving Buffalo, McGee signed a three-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens but only played one season before retiring at age 34 due to injury concerns.
McGee was a dominant force on the defensive line for many years, earning both first and second-team All-Pro honors in 2004 and 2005. He had a strong Pro Bowl season in 2004, recording five tackles, three sacks, and 17 total return yards.
McGee finished his career with 520 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 3 interceptions, and 17 touchdowns from scrimmage.
28. Nate Clements
Cornerback
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2001–2006)
- San Francisco 49ers (2007–2010)
- Cincinnati Bengals (2011–2012)
Nate Clements played cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals from 2011 to 2012. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2001 but spent most of his career with the San Francisco 49ers and then the Cincinnati Bengals.
Nate is a three-time Pro Bowler and has also been named an All-Pro twice. In 2011 he helped lead the Bengals to their first playoff appearance since 1990, but they were unable to advance past the divisional round.
Nate retired from football after being released by the Bengals at the end of the 2012 season, having played 12 seasons in professional football overall Nate Clements has been a dominant linebacker in the NFL for over fifteen years, and he is still playing at an extremely high level.
He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2004 and has also won numerous awards, including three Super Bowl rings. Nate Clements is known for his speed, strength, and agility on the field – all of which have helped him become one of the league’s best linebackers.
29. Stephon Gilmore
Cornerback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIII)
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2019)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2018, 2019)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2016, 2018–2021)
- NFL interceptions co-leader (2019)
- New England Patriots All-2010s Team
- New England Patriots All-Dynasty Team
- CFN, Phil Steele Freshman All-American (2009)
- Third-team All-American (2011)
Stephon Gilmore was a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Buffalo Bills in 2016 and 2017. He has also won three Pro Bowl appearances, two First-Team All-Pro Awards, and one Second-Team All-Pro Award during his career.
Gilmore is known for his tough play against opposing receivers, which has led to him accumulating over 100 interceptions during his NFL career. Gilmore is a three-time Pro Bowl selection and two-time First-team All-Pro.
He led the NFL with 29 interceptions in 2019, making him one of the most prolific defensive players in league history.
Gilmore was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2010 and has since developed into one of the team's most important players.
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30. Jim Haslett
Linebacker
Career
- Buffalo (1988–1990)Assistant coach
- Sacramento Surge (1991–1992)Defensive line, linebackers, and special teams coach
- Los Angeles Raiders (1993–1994)Linebackers coach
- New Orleans Saints (1995)Linebackers coach
- New Orleans Saints (1996)Defensive coordinator
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1997–1999)Defensive coordinator
- New Orleans Saints (2000–2005)Head coach
- St. Louis Rams (2006–2008)Defensive coordinator
- St. Louis Rams (2008)Interim head coach
- Florida Tuskers (2009)Head coach
- Washington Redskins (2010–2014)Defensive coordinator
- Penn State (2015)Consultant
- Cincinnati Bengals (2016–2018)Linebackers coach
- Tennessee Titans (2020–2021)Inside linebackers coach
- Seattle Sea Dragons (2023-present)Head coach & general manager
Jim Haslett is a head coach in the NFL and was with the Titans in 2021. He played linebacker in the NFL for nine seasons, including stints with the Bills, Jets, and Steelers.
In 1988, he became an assistant coach under Buddy Ryan with the Buffalo Bills. His next coaching position came as defensive coordinator of the Saints from 1995 to 2005 before becoming their head coach in 2006.
In 2008, he took on interim duties while Sean Payton served his suspension after allegations of sexual assault were made against him by a player's wife; Haslett led New Orleans to an 11-5 record during this time period but was not retained when Payton returned fulltime later that year.
From 2010 until 2014 he coached defenses for Washington and Penn State respectively before being hired by Cincinnati as linebackers coach in 2016 where they went 6-10 his first season followed by 9-7 records in 2017 and 2018 before being let go at the end of 2018 despite winning two playoff games en route He is a defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions.
He was named head coach of the Seattle Sea Dragons in 2013. His first season as Seattle's head coach ended with a 6-10 record, but he improved upon that in 2014 with an 11-5 record and playoff appearance.
In his third season at Seattle, Haslett led them to their first winning season since 2011 with a 12-4 record and a win in the NFC championship game against Atlanta Falcons In 2018, he was fired after three seasons as head coach of the Seahawks despite going 31-25 (.549).
31. LeSean McCoy
Running back
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (LIV, LV)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2013)
- 6× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013–2017)
- NFL rushing yards leader (2013)
- NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2011)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- Big East Offensive Player of the Year (2008)
- Second-team All-American (2008)
- 2× First-team All-Big East (2007, 2008)
- Big East Rookie of the Year (2007)
LeSean McCoy is a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was also named to the first team All-Pro in 2011 and 2013. In 2015, he joined the Buffalo Bills and helped lead them to their first playoff appearance in 17 years.
McCoy signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019, but they released him shortly after he sustained an injury during preseason play.
He has since been picked up by Tampa Bay Buccaneers and will be looking to help them reach playoffs this year as well. LeSean McCoy was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2009 NFL draft.
He has been a key player for the Eagles since being drafted and has helped lead them to two NFC Championship games (2013, 2017). In 2011, he became one of only three players in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards and score 10 or more touchdowns in a single season.
In 2013, he was named to his first Pro Bowl and led all running backs with 112 rushing yards during the game.
In 2016, he recorded 100+ rushing yards in five consecutive contests and finished runner-up for MVP voting behind quarterback Carson Wentz. At 27 years old, McCoy is still developing as an athlete but looks poised to continue playing at a high level into his 30s.
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32. Doug Flutie
Quarterback
Career
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1998)
- Pro Bowl (1998)
- Heisman Trophy (1984)
- Maxwell Award (1984)
- Walter Camp Award (1984)
- Davey O'Brien Award (1984)
- UPI Player of the Year (1984)
- Sporting News Player of the Year (1984)
- Unanimous All-American (1984)
- Boston College Eagles No. 22 retired
Doug Flutie was a quarterback who played in the NFL for many years. He is best known for his time with the New England Patriots, where he won two Super Bowls.
Doug Flutie also had a successful career in the CFL, where he led the Toronto Argonauts to a Grey Cup victory in 1996.
In 2005, Doug Flutie became just the second player ever to be inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Canada's Sports Hall of Fame at the same time.
Doug Flutie has remained active after retiring from professional football; he currently coaches quarterbacks at Boston College and serves as an ambassador for several charities.
Doug Flutie was a quarterback in the NFL and CFL. He is best known for his time with the Boston College Eagles, where he won three Super Bowls.
In 1984, he received the Maxwell Award, Walter Camp Award, and Davey O'Brien Award altogether. He also was UPI Player of the Year that year and Sporting News player of the year as well.
Flutie retired from professional football in 1997 after playing with six different teams over thirteen years. Outside of football, Doug has been involved in various business ventures including owning a restaurant chain called "Doug's".
He currently resides in Nova Scotia with his wife Cindy and their children Jordan and Jaylen.
33. London Fletcher
Linebacker
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXIV)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2012)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2009–2012)
- Bart Starr Award (2012)
- Washington Commanders Ring of Fame
- Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
Fletcher was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in 1998 but did not see any action there until 2002. He then spent three seasons with the Buffalo Bills before signing with Washington Redskins in 2007.
In 2013, he retired from professional football after 11 seasons of playing for four different teams. Fletcher is a two-time Pro Bowler and has also been named to multiple All-Pro lists throughout his career.
He led the NFL in solo tackles for three consecutive years (2007–2009) and is one of just eight players to record over 1,000 tackles and 10 sacks in their career.
London Fletcher will always be remembered as one of the most ferocious linebackers to ever play the game; his 38 forced fumbles are second all-time behind Reggie White's 46.
Fletcher was a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro. He was voted the Washington Redskins' Most Valuable Player in 2002, and he led them to their first Super Bowl championship in history that year.
Fletcher retired from football after the 2012 season, but he remains active with the Redskins as an ambassador and special contributor.
In 2011, Fletcher became only the fourth player in NFL history to record 2,000 tackles (2039). A native of Tampa Bay, Florida, London Fletcher played collegiately at Tennessee before being drafted by Washington in 1998.
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34. Drew Bledsoe
Quarterback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXVI)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1994, 1996, 1997, 2002)
- NFL passing yards leader (1994)
- New England Patriots All-1990s Team
- New England Patriots Hall of Fame
- Second-team All-American (1992)
- Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year (1992)
Drew Bledsoe was a four-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots.
He played for the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and New York Giants before joining the Patriots in 1993.
Bledsoe is regarded as one of the best quarterbacks of his era and helped lead three different teams to championships.
Drew Bledsoe is one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history. He has 9 Pro Bowl appearances, 4 MVP Awards, and 2 Super Bowl Championships to his name.
Drew Bledsoe was drafted by the New England Patriots in 1993 and became their starting quarterback shortly thereafter.
He led them to a number of championships during his time there including two Super Bowls winnings (XXXVIII & XXXIX). After leaving the Patriots, Bledsoe played for other teams before retiring at the end of the 2006 season.
In total, he made 190 starts in the NFL which is an all-time record for a quarterback.
35. Mario Williams
Defensive end
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2014)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2007, 2013)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2008, 2009, 2013, 2014)
- NFL Alumni Defensive Lineman of the Year (2007)
- NC State Wolfpack Jersey No. 9 honored
Mario Williams was drafted by the Houston Texans in the 2006 NFL Draft. He played for the Houston Texans from 2006 to 2011 and then joined the Buffalo Bills in 2012.
In 2015, he signed with Miami Dolphins and helped them reach Super Bowl Lxvi against New England Patriots. Mario Williams retired from professional football after playing for the Miami Dolphins in the 2016 season Mario Williams is a three-time All-Pro and two-time Second Team All-Pro.
He was named NFL Alumni Defensive Lineman of the Year in 2007, after recording 97 tackles and 5 sacks on the season. In 2013, he recorded 98 tackles and 11 sacks for the Buffalo Bills, helping lead them to their first playoff appearance since 1999.
Williams signed with the Houston Texans in 2014 and played well during his first year there, recording 71 tackles and 9 sacks.
Williams has expressed interest in returning to play for the Texans next season; however, it remains to be seen if this will happen or not as he enters into free agency at the end of March 2016.
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36. Jason Peters
Tackle
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2013)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (2007, 2008, 2010, 2014)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2007–2011, 2013–2016)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- Second-team All-SEC (2003)
Jason Peters is a current offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys. He has been with the team since 2012 and has become one of their most consistent players over that time period.
Jason was originally drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2004 but did not play football in college, opting to go out for basketball instead.
The Eagles were able to sign him as an undrafted free agent in 2009 and he became a mainstay on their line until 2020 when he signed with the Chicago Bears.
Jason's athleticism allows him to be versatile enough to play both guard positions or center if necessary, which makes him very valuable on any team he plays for.
He has started all 128 games he has played during his career so far and is considered one of the best offensive tackles in the league at his position.
Jason is married with two children and enjoys spending time outside playing sports or just hanging out with friends and family whenever possible Jason Peters is a two-time first-team All-Pro and four-time second-team All-Pro.
He has also been selected to nine Pro Bowls in his ten-year NFL career, which ranks him 2nd all-time among offensive linemen.
Peters was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 2007 draft and has since played for them through 2016. His accolades include being named an NFL 2010s All-Decade Team member and Second Team All-SEC player from 2003.
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37. Pat Williams
Career
- Buffalo Bills (1997–2004)
- Minnesota Vikings (2005–2010)
Pat Williams was a dominant defensive tackle for the Buffalo Bills from 1997 to 2004. He won two Super Bowls with the team, including their first in 1999.
After leaving the Bills, Williams had success with the Minnesota Vikings and made four more appearances in the Pro Bowl during that time span. In 2010, he signed with the Baltimore Ravens but only played one season before retiring at age 36 due to injuries sustained in a car accident.
Williams was a key player on the Dallas Cowboys' dominant defense of the 1990s. He helped lead Dallas to three Pro Bowl appearances and an appearance in Super Bowl XXXVII. Williams also recorded 20 sacks and 8 fumble recoveries during his career, making him one of the most successful pass rushers in NFL history.
Williams retired after the 2004 season with 464 tackles, 21 sacks, 9 forced fumbles, and 1 interception in 16 seasons with Dallas and Washington DC.
38. Fred Jackson
Running back
Career
- Sioux City Bandits (2004–2005)
- Rhein Fire (2006)
- Buffalo Bills (2006–2014)
- Seattle Seahawks (2015)
Fred Jackson was a running back for the Buffalo Bills from 2006-2014. He had a great career with the Bills, amassing over 12,000 yards and 53 touchdowns in his time there.
Fred Jackson is currently retired from football but still participates in various charity events and works as an analyst for CBS Sports Network. In addition to playing football, Fred Jackson also has experience as a basketball player - he played at Lamar University before joining the Sioux City Bandits of the Arena Football League (AFL).
After retiring from football, Fred Jackson started working as an analyst for CBS Sports Network where he covers NFL games on weekends. As well as being successful on the field, Fred Jackson is known for his good character and community involvement off it - he's been involved
with numerous charities since retirement including work with children suffering from cancer. Alzheimer's disease respectively Fred Jackson is a former football player who spent his entire career with the Buffalo Bills.
He was one of the most successful running backs in NFL history, and he was also named an All-American twice. Fred Jackson played college football at Ohio State University, and after graduating he joined the Bills as a rookie in 2001.
He quickly became one of their key players, and he continued to be one of the league's best runners for many years afterward.
Fred Jackson has been named to both the IFL Hall of Fame and the UIF co-MVP list, and he is currently second all-time in rushing yards behind only Walter Payton among active players in the NFL.
In 2010 Fred Jackson retired from professional football after 17 seasons with the Bills, but he continues to play semi-professional basketball overseas.
39. Marcell Dareus
Defensive tackle
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2014)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2013, 2014)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- BCS national champion (2010)
- BCS National Championship MVP (2010)
- First-team All-SEC (2010)
Marcell Dareus is a defensive tackle who was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2011. He has won multiple awards, including first-team All-Pro in 2014. In 2017, he signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars and had an unsuccessful season there before being released in 2019.
Dareus was one of the most highly touted recruits in college football history and quickly proved himself as a dominant defender. He made his NFL debut in 2010 and went on to become an All-Pro player for the Buffalo Bills over the next three seasons.
Dareus led the league with 17 forced fumbles during his time with Buffalo, earning him selection to two Pro Bowls along the way.
In 2013, Dareus was traded to Jacksonville Jaguars where he continued his impressive play before being signed by Tennessee Titans this past offseason.
With another season under his belt, Dareus is poised for even bigger things in 2017 and beyond – making him one of the most promising defensive players currently playing in the NFL.
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40. Richie Incognito
Guard
Career
- St. Louis Rams (2005–2009)
- Buffalo Bills (2009)
- Miami Dolphins (2010–2013)
- Buffalo Bills (2015–2017)
- Oakland / Las Vegas Raiders (2019–2021)
Richie Incognito was selected in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the St. Louis Rams. He spent three seasons with the team before being traded to Buffalo in 2009.
In his five years with Buffalo, Richie played a significant role on their offensive line and helped lead them to back-to-back AFC Championship appearances (2010, 2011). After spending two seasons with Oakland and one season apiece with Las Vegas and Miami, he signed with the Bills again prior to the 2017 season.
In 2018, Richie sustained an ankle injury that forced him out for the remainder of that year's campaign; he subsequently retired from professional football at age 39 due to health concerns stemming from this injury.
Since retiring as a player, Richie has hosted "The Incognitos" show on SiriusXM Radio alongside his father Rich Sr., who also played professional football both domestically and internationally.
On February 15th, 2019 it was announced that Richie would join forces once again with his father when they joined The Raiders as assistant coaches for their inaugural season in 2020.
Richie Incognito is a former NFL offensive lineman who has had a successful career in the league.He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2007 and played for them until they released him in 2013. After being released, he signed with the Miami Dolphins but was cut from their roster shortly after. In 2014, he signed with the Cleveland Browns but was again let go after just two weeks on their team.
That same year, he joined the Buffalo Bills once more and spent one season there before retiring at the end of that season. While playing in the NFL, Richie Incognito became well-known for his aggressive play on the field as well as his often controversial behavior off it.
He has been accused of abusing both players and staff members during his time in football, though no concrete evidence has ever been produced to support these claims After his retirement from professional football.
Richie turned to coach where he currently works as an assistant coach with Oregon's offensive line unit.
He is also involved with several charities including The Drake Foundation which helps underprivileged youth pursue higher education.
41. Brian Moorman
Punter
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (1999–2000)*
- Berlin Thunder (2000–2001)
- Buffalo Bills (2001–2012)
- Dallas Cowboys (2012)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2013)*
- Buffalo Bills (2013)
Brian Moorman is a former punter who played for the Seattle Seahawks, Buffalo Bills and Dallas Cowboys. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 1999 but did not make an NFL roster until 2000 with Berlin Thunder.
With Buffalo from 2001-2012 he amassed over 1,000 punt yards and five touchdowns including two seasons of 50+ punts each. He signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2013 where he has continued to be successful as their primary punter averaging 39 yards per punt this season alone.
Brian Moorman is currently a free agent after being released by the Buffalo Bills at the end of the 2016 season Brian Moorman was a two-time first-team all-pro, and he also made two Pro Bowls. He played his entire career with the Buffalo Bills, where he won a world bowl title in 1989.
After retiring from football, Moorman became an NFL analyst for Fox Sports 1 and ESPN Radio. He was inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame in 2015.
42. Antoine Winfield Sr.
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2008)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2008–2010)
- 50 Greatest Vikings
- All Metrodome Team (2013)
- Consensus All-American (1998)
- Jim Thorpe Award (1998)
- Jack Tatum Trophy (1998)
Antoine Winfield Sr. was born on June 24th, 1977 in Akron, Ohio. He attended Garfield High School and played college football at Ohio State before being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1999.
Antoine spent six seasons with the Bills before signing with the Minnesota Vikings in 2004 where he spent eight seasons until 2012 when he signed with the Seattle Seahawks.
In 2013, Antoine retired from professional football after spending one season as a member of their practice squad for Seattle Sounders FC 2 in MLS.
Antoine Winfield Sr. was an NFL all-star in 1998 and won the Jim Thorpe Award that same year. He played for the Vikings from 1997 to 2010, registering 1,054 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 14 forced fumbles, 11 fumble recoveries, and 27 interceptions during his career.
Antoine Winfield Sr.'s son Antoine Jr., also an NFL player, was drafted by Minnesota in 2009 and played for them until 2017 when he signed with the Oakland Raiders as a free agent.
In 2018 Antoine Jr., announced his retirement from professional football after 9 seasons playing both cornerback and safety for various teams around the league including Miami Dolphins (2012), Indianapolis Colts (2013-2015), and Washington Redskins (2016).
Whilst not having had quite such illustrious careers as his father did professionally at some point or another each of their sons has enjoyed success at some level of American football; making it one successful family.
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43. Shaq Lawson
Defensive end
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2016–2019)
- Miami Dolphins (2020)
- Houston Texans (2021)*
- New York Jets (2021)
- Buffalo Bills (2022–present)
Shaq Lawson was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2016. He has played for the Miami Dolphins and Houston Texans in his career so far. Shaq Lawson is currently a member of the Buffalo Bills, where he started all 16 games this season.
Shaq Lawson is considered to be one of the best defensive ends in the league and will continue to improve as he progresses into his career Lawson was a two-time consensus All-American and winner of the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back.
Lawson recorded 168 tackles, 21 sacks, 6 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception in his four seasons at Clemson. The Indianapolis Colts selected Lawson with the No. 19 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.
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44. James Cook
Running back
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2022–present)
James Cook was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the 2022 NFL Draft. He played college football at Georgia where he led the Bulldogs to a National Championship in 2020.
In his two seasons with the Bills, he has rushed for 1,341 yards and 11 touchdowns on 268 carries. James will be playing his third season with the team this year and is considered one of their key players going into the future.
James Cook was a standout running back at CFP and helped the team win a national championship in 2021.
He has been very productive since entering the NFL, rushing for 462 yards and two touchdowns on 19 receptions this season. Cook is an excellent pass catcher as well, adding 174 yards and one touchdown on those catches.
45. Tyrel Dodson
Linebacker
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2019–present)
Tyrel Dodson is a linebacker for the Buffalo Bills and was drafted in the 2019 NFL draft. He attended Texas A&M where he played football for the Aggies.
Dodson has been praised by coaches and teammates for his athleticism, instincts, and leadership skills on the field. Tyrel Dodson is 24 years old and stands at 6'0" tall with 237 pounds of muscle.
Tyrel Dodson had a breakout season in 2018, totaling 50 tackles and 2 sacks. He is an athletic linebacker who can cover the ground quickly and make plays on the ball. The Bills drafted him with the hope he will become their starting middle linebacker in the near future.
He has worked hard to improve his skills during offseason training and looks poised to have another great year for Buffalo next season.
46. John Brown
Wide receiver
Career
- Arizona Cardinals (2014–2017)
- Baltimore Ravens (2018)
- Buffalo Bills (2019–2020)
- Las Vegas Raiders (2021)*
- Denver Broncos (2021)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (2021)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2021)
- Buffalo Bills (2022–present)
Brown played college football at Pittsburg State and was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2014 NFL Draft. Brown has spent time with the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills but is now a member of the Buffalo Bills after signing with them in 2019.
Brown has had success as a receiver in his career and is considered one of the best players at his position currently. Brown was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Brown played college football at Arizona State University.
At Arizona State, Brown led all receivers with 85 receptions for 1,549 yards and 12 touchdowns in his final season as a Sun Devil. Brown is considered to be a fast receiver who can create separation from defenders on deep passes downfield.
47. Dawson Knox
Tight end
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2019–present)
Dawson Knox was born on November 14, 1996, in Brentwood, Tennessee. He attended Brentwood Academy and played tight end for the school's football team before heading to Ole Miss in 2018.
Knox made an immediate impact at Ole Miss, starting all 13 games he appeared in as a freshman and leading the Rebels with 74 receptions for 1,014 yards and 6 touchdowns.
As a sophomore, Knox continued his strong play by recording 63 catches for 855 yards (an average of 16.8 per catch) and 9 touchdowns - good enough for second-team All-SEC honors from the SEC coaches' association.
In his junior year, Knox ranked fifth nationally with 85 receptions for 1,253 yards (16th best single-season total in Rebel history) while also scoring 8 touchdowns on 92 touches through the air - both totals being career highs.
The NFL Draft scouting report noted that "Knox is a physical specimen who dominated against smaller defenders" which bodes well given his size advantage over most TEs drafted so far this year.
Dawson Knox is a wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills and he has had an impressive career in the NFL. He was drafted by the Bills in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft and he's been a big part of their offense since joining the team.
Knox has 134 receptions for 1,590 yards and 16 receiving touchdowns during his career so far. His ability to make plays downfield has helped him become one of Buffalo's most important players on offense over the past few seasons.
With Dawson Knox continuing to produce at an elite level, it looks like he will have a long career in the NFL ahead of him.
Also Played For: ole miss rebels football, university of mississippi
48. Jordan Phillips
Defensive tackle
Career
- Miami Dolphins (2015–2018)
- Buffalo Bills (2018–2019)
- Arizona Cardinals (2020–2021)
- Buffalo Bills (2022–present)
Jordan Phillips was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2015, but only played for them for two seasons. He then spent three years with the Buffalo Bills before moving to Arizona Cardinals in 2020.
Phillips is a defensive tackle and stands at 6'6", 330 pounds. His specialty is stopping running backs from gaining yards on the ground, which he has done quite well over his career so far. Jordan Phillips's best season came with the Buffalo Bills in 2018 when he recorded 46 tackles and 2 sacks.
He also had an interception that year as part of his five total picks on the season Jordan Phillips is a talented defensive tackle prospect who was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Phillips has experience playing both inside and outside linebackers, giving him versatility on the field.
He has impressed scouts with his ability to disrupt offenses and bring pressure from multiple angles. His athleticism and strength make him difficult to block, even for veteran offensive linemen.
Phillips will need to continue to improve his pass-rushing skills if he wants to become a long-term starter in the league, but he boasts plenty of talent that should allow him to reach his goals quickly.
49. Jake Kumerow
Wide receiver
Career
- Cincinnati Bengals (2015–2017)
- New England Patriots (2017)*
- Green Bay Packers (2017–2019)
- Buffalo Bills (2020)
- New Orleans Saints (2020)
- Buffalo Bills (2021–present)
Jake Kumerow was undrafted out of UW-Whitewater in 2015 but was signed by the Cincinnati Bengals. He played for them from 2015 to 2017, before being traded to the New England Patriots.
In his two seasons with the Bengals, he recorded 71 receptions for 1,004 yards and five touchdowns. With the Patriots over that same period, he had 61 catches for 838 yards and six touchdowns.
Jake is a versatile receiver who can play on both sides of the field and has excellent speed (4.43 seconds in the 40-yard dash). His size also makes him an intimidating presence downfield – making him a threat to take any catch deep into enemy territory Jake Kumerow was a two-time Stagg Bowl champion at the University of Wisconsin.
He originally signed with the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2017, but injured his shoulder and was released before making any NFL appearances. The Buffalo Bills signed him to their practice squad and he has since made several contributions there, including being named First-team All-WIAC in 2014.
In 2020, Kumerow will join the New Orleans Saints where he is expected to compete for a starting wide receiver spot vacated by Michael Thomas' departure to the Philadelphia Eagles in free agency that year.
50. Baylon Spector
Linebacker
Career
- Buffalo Bills (2022–present)
Baylon Spector is a linebacker for the Buffalo Bills. He was drafted in the 7th round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the team. Baylon played college football at Clemson and had a successful career there, totaling 176 total tackles, 10 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble over 4 years.
In his rookie season with the Bills in 2020, Baylon made 5 starts and recorded 38 tackles before being placed on injured reserve due to an ankle injury.
In 2021, Baylon started all 16 games for the Bills and finished with 116 total tackles (77 solos), 3 sacks, 1 interception, and one forced fumble as he helped lead Buffalo to their first playoff berth since 1999.
As a starter in 2022, Baylon led all linebackers with 115 total tackles (76 solos) as Buffalo reached Super Bowl LIII where they lost to the New England Patriots 35-29 Baylon Spector was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
He played college football at Notre Dame and finished his career with 191 tackles, 5 interceptions, and 2 sacks. As a rookie in 2020, Baylon Spector started all 16 games for the Bills and led the team with 101 tackles and an interception.
In 2021, he improved his stats again to 120 tackles and 3 interceptions before being named CFP national champion after leading Notre Dame to victory over Clemson in the championship game.
51. Devin Singletary
Running back
Career
- C-USA Most Valuable Player (2017)
- 2017 Boca Raton Bowl
- First-team All-C-USA (2017, 2018)
Devin Singletary was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida Atlantic, where he rushed for 2,097 yards and 24 touchdowns on 436 carries over two seasons.
In 2018, he appeared in all 16 games for the Bills and recorded 82 rushing yards on 17 attempts (3.9 avg.) with one touchdown. Singletary is a physical runner who excels at breaking tackles and making defenders miss in open space.
The 25-year-old will likely serve as a backup to LeSean McCoy this season but has the potential to be a valuable member of an offense down the road if he continues to develop his skillset Devin Singletary is a standout running back who has quickly established himself as one of the top players in college football.
He was named C-USA Most Valuable Player in 2017 and First-team All-C-USA this year, both after breaking numerous records along the way. Devin also plays wide receiver for the Boca Raton Bowl team, so he can bring his tremendous rushing ability to the NFL if given a chance.
His skills on offense would be an excellent addition for any team looking to improve their rushing attack, and his versatility makes him even more desirable.
Final Words
The Buffalo Bills are one of the most successful franchises in all of the American professional sports, and their best players have always been some of the game’s greatest stars.
Jim Kelly was a four-time Pro Bowler and an all-time leading passer for the Bills, while Thurman Thomas led them to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances. Other greats like OJ Simpson, Bruce Smith, Andre Reed, and Don Beebe have also made an impact during Buffalo’s history.
