This off-season, the Buffalo Bills have executed numerous smart maneuvers, primarily focused on locking down their locally developed talents with fresh four-year contracts. Extensions were granted to Khalil Shakir, Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, and Greg Rousseau. Additionally, Josh Allen secured a substantial six-year, $330 million deal. Nonetheless, the team continues to face gaps within their squad.
The most obvious issue, perhaps, lies with the cornerbacks. Across from Christian Benford, there isn’t a cornerback ready for starter duties. Ian Valentino from The 33rd Team concurs, which is why he sees the Bills selecting Jahdae Barron out of Texas.
Valentino points out that selecting a running back must be considered since the second-day rush could occur before the Bills have another opportunity to pick. Nonetheless, Jahdae Barron stands as the ideal choice among defensive backs for Sean McDermott’s system. While Barron may not suit every team, his adaptability and assertive style mirror the characteristics that have propelled numerous defenders to success under McDermott.
Barron stands out as one of the premier cornerbacks in this season’s draft. As an All-American cornerback, he topped the Southeastern Conference with five interceptions. If he proves successful at the next level, it could significantly boost the reputations of Brandon Beane and Sean McDermott, particularly recalling their previous first-round selection of a cornerback.
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