Examining the Buffalo Bills pass rush ahead of the upcoming season

As the Buffalo Bills prepare for the 2026 NFL season, the effectiveness of their pass rush comes under scrutiny. In playoff losses during the Sean McDermott era, opposing teams averaged a high points-per-drive, raising concerns over the team’s defensive efficiency. Historical analysis indicates that recent Super Bowl-winning teams had either depth or elite pressure players on their defensive units. The Bills’ average of 5.1 defenders recording over 20 pressures per season falls short compared to the 5.7 average from the last 10 Super Bowl winners. The Bills hope improvements in this area can translate to a stronger playoff performance.

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