The Buffalo Bills look scary on offense again. Josh Allen is fresh off an MVP season, James Cook just inked a four-year extension, and most of last year’s second-ranked scoring unit is back intact. Sean McDermott’s squad knows points won’t be a problem in 2025, but defense is the side of the ball that has haunted him.

Every postseason heartbreak since 2020 came with the same painful theme—no pressure in the big moments. That’s why this year feels different. Buffalo is buzzing about rookie T.J. Sanders , the No. 41 overall pick, who could be the missing piece by playoff time. And Sanders is also showing his value.

At camp, he showcased top pass-rushing skills against the best offensive linemen. While he’s still not a starter, he earned a role next to Ed Oliver on passing

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