Bills’ owner Terry Pegula plays an active role in the team’s draft process

Buffalo Bills majority co-owner Terry Pegula is more than just a passive observer regarding the NFL draft process. In a recent interview on the Fitz & Whit podcast, Bills general manager Brandon Beane gave fans an inside look at how involved Pegula is in the process.

Some NFL owners take a hands-off approach, and some are the decision makers (Jerry Jones), but Pegula seems to be somewhere in between and enjoys being part of the process.

Terry Pegula at the NFL Combine

“Terry’s awesome. He loves...

Buffalo has used the VSB and 4YQC on three players so far this offseason.

The NFL has two different salary cap benefits that allow teams to retain veteran players while minimizing their impact against the team’s cap: the Veteran Salary Benefit (VSB) and the Four-Year Qualifying Contract (4YQC). In 2025, the Buffalo Bills have made smart use of both in order to sign three players to the roster.

Let’s break down what each benefit entails — and how they were applied to Damar Hamlin, Laviska Shenault Jr., and Darrick Forrest.

NFL Veteran Salary Benefit (VSB)

The VSB allows a...

Too much competition and the luxury of having Josh Allen puts nabbing a pass catcher on the back burner

Roughly two weeks ago wide receiver DK Metcalf was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a 2025 second-round pick and he received a five-year $150 million contract extension, a move the Bills could have easily matched in trade compensation but would have taken some finagling to work financially. General manager Brandon Beane ultimately decided not to go all in and settled for Josh Palmer at a reduced rate of three years and $29 million.

This decision made it clear that Beane...

One Bills Drive continues exploring all options centered on reshaping the interior of its defensive line.

The Buffalo Bills have reportedly met with unrestricted free-agent defensive tackle Leki Fotu, per Tom Pelissero who shared Fotu had previously met with Las Vegas Raiders personnel on March 20. Fotu’s scheduled visit on Friday, Mach 21 largely flew under the radar, but Buffalo’s interest in him is noteworthy.

Lotu is best observed as a tried-and-true classic nose tackle — he’s a massive space eater, standing 6’5 and weighing 335 pounds. But to this point in the NFL, the 26-year-old Lotu is still looking...

How much will both players forfeit this upcoming season

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane announced on Friday, March 14 that newly signed defensive end Mike Hoecht and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi will each serve six-game suspensions to start the 2025 season for violating the NFL’s PED policy. Those penalties carry significant financial consequences.

Per Spotrac, Hoecht is expected to forfeit approximately $1.47 million during the suspension:

• $1 million in base salary ($3,000,000 / 18 weeks * 6 Game suspension)
• $293,000 in signing bonus
• $180,000 in per-game active roster bonuses ($30,000 per game)

Because Hoecht’s suspension was...

NFL Draft analysts believe the Bills need help on defense.

The first wave of free agency is now heading out for low tide, which allows us time to shift focus toward the 2025 NFL Draft. With the draft set to begin in just over a month, mock draft season is now in full effect.

Each week Buffalo Rumblings will feature some of the top mock drafts from across the internet, highlighting the first-round selections from various draft experts.

It should come as no surprise to Buffalo Bills fans that defensive players dominate the latest round of mocks. As you’ll see...

With several departures already announced, who’s set to take over the reigns of several coaching vacancies at One Bills Drive?

Before the Buffalo Bills can get into the meat of their offseason programs, there are a couple formalities that need to be finished ahead of training camp this summer. One of those is finalizing this season’s coaching staff. While the majority of the staff remains the same, there are a couple changes to discuss.

There was no change at the top of the coaching hierarchy for the Bills. Sean McDermott once again is returning as the team’s head coach, still...

Time for some offseason fun

It’s the offseason! That means it’s time to kick back, relax, and party. Though to be fair, the partying we’ll be doing is all hypothetical. You’ve read the headline already, let’s explore the nooks and crannies of offseason mode with a Rumblings group activity. Which one of the Buffalo Bills would you most like to have a beer with?

Rules Make Things Fun!

No really, I swear they do. It’s a simple question at its heart and if left alone my anticipation would be a quick comment of “Josh Allen” followed by “yup”...

The Bills’ GM is doing a media blitz of sorts and talked about two pending free agents.

Buffalo Bills general manger Brandon Beane has been on a mini press tour since free agency has slowed, first holding a press conference late last week before going on podcasts with former Bills center Eric Wood. This week, he also joined Ryan Fitzpatrick and Andrew Whitworth’s Fitz and Whit show for an extended sitdown.

Both longtime NFL players praised the Bills for re-signing their homegrown players, obviously discussing Josh Allen and his contract extension along the way. Whitworth brought his experience from small-market...

Buffalo Bills utilize the NFL’s veteran salary benefit on another player

The Buffalo Bills have added depth to their wide receiver room signing Laviska Shenault Jr. to a one-year contract worth $1,210,000. The deal includes a $15,000 signing bonus, a $25,000 workout bonus, and a base salary of $1,170,000. Shenault’s cap hit for the 2025 season is $1,070,000, and his total cash earnings will be $1,210,000. ​

How is Laviska Shenault’s deal structured?

Shenault’s contract is for one year. The Bills have limited their financial risk to the $15,000 signing bonus, which is fully guaranteed. If Shenault does not...

The Buffalo Bills managed the salary cap with Ogunjobi, who is suspended for six games.

The Buffalo Bills need some big bodies to bolster their interior defensive line. Last week they signed veteran defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi, 6’3” and 305 pounds, to a one-year deal worth $6.696 million in hopes that he could be one of those big bodies. Ogunjobi’s contract also includes three void years to help spread out the signing bonus and has the potential to increase in value through playtime and sack incentives.

At 30 years old, Ogunjobi brings veteran leadership. He has 25 sacks over his...

McShay’s latest has Bills GM Brandon Beane select an enticing player at 30.

Mock Draft season is picking up real steam, with the 2025 NFL Draft just over a month away. The Buffalo Bills have seemingly made most of their move in free agency, not only in hopes of improving the roster but also with intentions on better-positioning themselves during April’s draft.

To say the Bills are set, roster-wise, would be unwise. Beane has done his work to complement a roster dotted by key starters at most positions, but there are a handful of question marks at this point in...