Bills Still in Need of Secondary Help as Free Agent Star Shows Interest
The Buffalo Bills are still looking to shore up their secondary, and two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons appears to be keeping an eye on them. Speaking on FanDuel TV’s Up & Adams, Simmons told host Kay Adams that Buffalo is one of the “special” destinations he’d love to join.
The Bills’ defensive backfield was a weakness last season, and with the 2025 NFL Draft approaching, it’s clear the position remains an area of concern. Despite limited cap space—just $5.3 million, according to OverTheCap—Buffalo could still consider a move if Simmons is open to a team-friendly, incentive-based deal.
Why Simmons Makes Sense for Buffalo
Simmons spent eight seasons with the Denver Broncos, earning a reputation as one of the league’s top safeties. In addition to his two Pro Bowl nods, he was named Second-Team All-Pro four times. However, his performance dipped after joining the Atlanta Falcons last season, where he recorded a career-low 62 tackles and tied a personal low with just two interceptions. His Pro Football Focus grade of 59.9 reflected a noticeable decline.
Still, Simmons is only a season removed from being named Second-Team All-Pro and could benefit from a change of scenery—especially with a playoff-caliber team like Buffalo. His veteran presence and leadership would be a significant boost for the Bills’ young safety unit.
Current State of the Bills’ Secondary
Buffalo’s safety group is in transition following the departure of long-time duo Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer. The Bills re-signed Damar Hamlin, who remains a feel-good story, but is not currently viewed as a starting-caliber player. The rest of the depth chart includes Taylor Rapp, rookie Cole Bishop, and Darrick Forrest.
Rapp is inconsistent, and Bishop, a second-round pick, showed potential in limited action last year but is still unproven. The stark contrast between the reliability of Hyde and Poyer and the current uncertainty underscores the need for reinforcements.
A Potential Win-Win
If Buffalo can make the numbers work, Simmons could be a perfect short-term fit—offering stability, experience, and leadership to a group that desperately needs it. While there’s risk involved due to his recent drop in production, the potential reward makes it a move worth exploring.
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