The Buffalo Bills are projected to target New York Jets defensive lineman Solomon Thomas in the 2024 offseason to address potential departures in their defensive line due to free agency. With several older defensive linemen on expiring contracts, the Bills are looking to inject youth into their aging defensive line.
Solomon Thomas, though already 28 years old, is seen as a younger option compared to some of the Bills’ current players. His flexibility to line up on the inside or outside and his productivity as a pass-rusher for the Jets during the 2023 season make him an attractive target for the Bills. In 15 games, Thomas recorded five sacks, 29 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, and six QB hits, despite starting only once.
The article suggests that the Bills’ defensive line is likely to undergo changes in 2024, and Solomon Thomas could provide a cost-effective option to bring stability to their defense. While it’s uncertain if the Jets will let him go, the Bills could consider pursuing him in the offseason.
In addition to potential defensive line upgrades, the article mentions other areas where the Bills could use improvement, including adding more wide receiving weapons for quarterback Josh Allen and addressing needs at edge rusher and interior defender. Several wide receivers like Darnell Mooney, Tyler Boyd, Gabe Davis, Michael Thomas, and DJ Chark are suggested as possible options, though acquiring them might require significant investment.
The article concludes by stating that the Bills, with their current core and potential upgrades, could be poised for exciting times in the franchise’s future, especially if they address key areas in free agency.
