Let’s analyze their 2025 NFL Draft class, pick by pick.<\/p>\n
Round 1 (No. 30): Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky<\/p>\n
The Bills allowed the Chiefs to score 32 points in their AFC Championship Game defeat.\u00a0Maxwell Hairston<\/a>\u00a0was drafted to improve the secondary, and he’ll step right into the starting lineup opposite Christian Benford.\u00a0Hairston<\/a>\u00a0is a dynamic and explosive athlete with rare instincts and playmaking ball skills.<\/p>\n Round 2 (No. 41): T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina<\/p>\n McDermott loves rotating defensive linemen.\u00a0T.J. Sanders<\/a>\u00a0will offer depth and versatility behind Ed Oliver and DaQuan Jones, the latter of whom is nearing the end of his line. Sanders pairs terrific athleticism with a red-hot motor. Length, effort, and functional strength allow him to gain entry into the backfield.<\/p>\n Round 3 (No. 72): Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas<\/p>\n The Bills are attempting to follow the\u00a0Philadelphia Eagles<\/a>\u2019 blueprint to beat the Chiefs by stacking defensive linemen.\u00a0Landon Jackson<\/a>\u00a0projects as a three-down defender who can rush the passer and set the edge.\u00a0Jackson<\/a>\u00a0possesses NFL-caliber size and length with a high motor, allowing him to earn impactful reps.<\/p>\n Round 4 (No. 109): Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky<\/p>\n Deone Walker<\/a>\u00a0was among the most divisive prospects in the draft. At his best, the Kentucky standout occasionally looked like a first-round pick, but down-to-down consistency wasn’t there.\u00a0Walker<\/a>\u00a0is joining a loaded Bills defensive line room. Competition and the ability to develop could help him reach his performance ceiling.<\/p>\n Round 5 (No. 170): Jordan Hancock, CB, Ohio State<\/p>\n Jordan Hancock<\/a>\u00a0should provide boundary corner depth behind Benford and Hairston. The aging Tre\u2019Davious White is also back, but he\u2019s a one-year solution as a reserve backup. Hancock is versatile and athletic with good click-and-close ability, and he\u2019ll gradually play himself into a role.<\/p>\n Round 5 (No. 173): Jackson Hawes, TE, Georgia Tech<\/p>\n Jackson Hawes<\/a>\u00a0was the Bills’ first pick on offense, and his selection sends a clear message.\u00a0Hawes<\/a>\u00a0is among the toughest prospects in the entire class as the top-ranked in-line blocking tight end. Hawes will thrive in the trenches while removing those responsibilities from Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox.<\/p>\n Round 6 (No. 177): Dorian Strong, CB, Virginia Tech<\/p>\n Dorian Strong<\/a> was the Bills’ third cornerback selection. Beane was clearly hellbent on revamping the depth chart. Strong is occasionally too aggressive and plays a little high, but he also possesses the instincts and athleticism required to stay in phase with his assignment in coverage.<\/p>\n Round 6 (No. 206): Chase Lundt, IOL, UConn<\/p>\n The Bills return their starting five offensive linemen from last season. The\u00a0Chase Lundt<\/a>\u00a0selection was about depth and future development. Lundt played tackle at UConn, but lacks the desired arm length to remain there. He’ll likely be a reserve interior blocker.<\/p>\n Round 7 (No. 240): Kaden Prather, WR, Maryland<\/p>\n