As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Buffalo Bills face mounting pressure to reach the Super Bowl, their primary objective. Led by head coach Sean McDermott, the team views any outcome short of a championship appearance as a disappointment after falling short again in the AFC Championship last year.
Since quarterback Josh Allen’s arrival in 2018, excluding his rookie season, the Bills have consistently made the playoffs. However, their quest has been stymied by repeated losses to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, with Allen holding a 0-4 January postseason record against Mahomes, including two AFC Championship defeats.
Defensive Reinforcements Highlight Buffalo Bills’ Strategy
Determined to strengthen their roster, the Buffalo Bills have targeted defense as a key area for improvement. They acquired Joe Bosa, a five-time Pro Bowl defensive end, on a one-year contract and drafted cornerback Maxwell Hairston in the first round of last year’s NFL Draft. These moves reflect the team‘s intent to close the gap on their playoff rivals and enhance their Super Bowl odds.
Brandon Beane Hints at Potential Trade for Elite Pass Rusher
General Manager Brandon Beane suggested that the Bills remain just a few key players away from breaking through. Among the needed upgrades is a top-tier wide receiver, a challenging acquisition at this stage, and a defensive star to strengthen their pass rush. During an appearance on the podcast Bussin‘ With The Boys, Beane cryptically acknowledged interest in a
“pass rusher for another team, three hours away,”
who is currently making close to $40 million annually.
Yeah, um, maybe, he’s a pass rusher for another team, three hours away, and he got paid around $40 million this year,
Beane said on the podcast.
Many speculate this is a reference to Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns, a future Hall of Famer regarded as one of the NFL’s premier defensive talents. A trade for Garrett could provide the Bills with the defensive edge they need, while offering the player a chance to compete on a Super Bowl-contending squad—something that has remained elusive with the Browns.
Potential Impact of Adding Myles Garrett
Acquiring Myles Garrett could dramatically shift the Bills’ defensive capabilities, addressing one of their primary weaknesses against top opponents like the Chiefs. Pairing Garrett’s elite pass-rushing skills with Josh Allen‘s offensive prowess might finally propel the Bills past previous playoff roadblocks. Should this move materialize, it would signal the team’s strong commitment to ending their Super Bowl drought and altering the AFC power balance.