Buffalo Bills defense struggles with issues through two weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 10:44 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

The Buffalo Bills' defense has faced challenges in its first two games, allowing over 30 points in each matchup. In the season opener on September 17, the Bills fell to the Detroit Lions 41-31 after leading 21-0 early in the game. Miscommunication in the secondary raised concerns, while the front seven demonstrated strength, pressuring Detroit's quarterback Jared Goff effectively. Under new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, who emphasizes a more aggressive approach, the results so far have been mixed and raise questions about the team's adaptability to the new system.
- •Buffalo allows 31 points against Detroit and Houston in consecutive games.
- •Defense struggles with communication and assignment issues in the secondary.
- •The front seven pressures Jared Goff, recording four sacks and 11 hits.
- •Jim Leonhard's aggressive scheme produces mixed results early this season.
- •Buffalo's defense faces scrutiny as they adjust to new systems and personnel.
- 10:44 AMYahoo Sports — Jim Leonhard’s defense offers mixed bag of early returns for Bills
"Through two weeks, Buffalo’s new-look defense has shown great moments, but has also shown glaring issues
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