Buffalo Bills defense struggles in first half under Jim Leonhard
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Buffalo Bills' defense has displayed concerning inconsistencies during the 2025 NFL season. A stark contrast exists between their performance in the first half of games and their substantial improvements in the second half. The defensive unit, led by new coordinator Jim Leonhard, needs to establish stronger starts to avoid playing from behind. While adjustments have been effective post-halftime, trailing at halftime in over half of their games presents a major issue for a team aiming for postseason success.
- •Bills defense ranks poorly in first half metrics during 2025 season.
- •Comparison in performance shows significant second-half improvements.
- •More than 52% of games led to halftime deficits for Buffalo.
- •Adjustments have allowed better statistical outcomes after halftime.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Troubling Bills trend from 2025 Jim Leonhard and Co. must fix
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