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Buffalo Bills’ secondary shows signs of improvement after bye week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 8:31 PM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Buffalo Bills’ secondary shows signs of improvement after bye week

Summary

The Buffalo Bills, currently with the league's top offense, are struggling defensively, ranking among the worst in scoring defense. Despite this, analysts suggest the defense is closer to a turnaround than statistics indicate. The Bills' schemes, primarily Cover 3 and Cover 4, have shown potential, especially with their cornerbacks and safeties displaying effective coverage. With time, the defense is expected to align better with its scheme and talent. The Bills, coming off a bye week, aim to adjust and improve in upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•Buffalo ranks among the worst in scoring defense.
•Analysts see potential for defensive improvement.
•The Bills primarily use Cover 3 and Cover 4 schemes.
•Defensive adjustments are expected after the bye week.
•The offense remains a top unit in the league.

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8:31 PMYahoo Sports — The Bills’ Secondary Problems Are Fixable and the Film Proves It

What they're saying

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The Buffalo Bills have the league’s top offense, but also one of the worst scoring defenses. Coming off the bye, the offense isn’t going anywhere. But the real story for the second half might be a defense that’s closer to turning the corner than the numbers suggest. The H-Back Screen Is Giving Defenses Nightmares NFL […] The post The Bills’ Secondary Problems Are Fixable and the Film Proves It appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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