Greg Rousseau transitions to outside linebacker for Buffalo Bills defense

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2026 season with defensive end Greg Rousseau moving to an outside linebacker role within the team's new 3-4 defensive system. After recording seven sacks and 46 combined tackles during the 2025 season, the sixth-year defender shifts focus under new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard. General manager Brandon Beane indicated that Rousseau will primarily concentrate on rushing the passer and setting the edge rather than dropping into coverage. Despite consistent performance as a starter, Rousseau has yet to record a double-digit sack total in his career. The defender expects the more aggressive defensive scheme to provide additional opportunities to improve his pass-rushing production this year.

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