ESPN's Matt Bowen just dropped his ranking of the best available NFL free agents, and for Buffalo, a few names on that list are getting some serious buzz. This isn't just some random list; these are established veterans who might sign up literally days before training camp to ease into the grind. So yeah, for any fanbase, these guys matter. The Bills have some interesting choices to make, especially with Stefon Diggs and Joey Bosa high on that list.
Diggs: The Chain-Mover Who Comes With Baggage?
Dude, can you believe Stefon Diggs is still out there, ranked as the No. 2 free agent by Bowen? We've talked about a potential reunion with Buffalo for weeks, and the buzz hasn't died down. On the field, the guy's a certified chain-mover, a legit dynamic underneath weapon, and apparently, he had a strong rapport with Josh Allen back in the day. The thought is he could come in with a clearly defined "you're-not-the-No.1-anymore" role, which is key. Plus, he might even provide some on-field mentorship to Bell. That's huge. But let's be real, his off-field stuff? That's the real hurdle. Those issues absolutely cannot be ignored, and clearing them is a must. If he can get all that straightened out and embrace a new role, then yeah, I'm moderately intrigued by the Diggs option.Bosa's Injury Woes: A 31-Year-Old Liability?
Okay, but then there's Joey Bosa, coming in at No. 3 on Bowen's list, and honestly? Hard pass. I am *not* in favor of this at all for Buffalo. Bosa was as advertised for the first half of 2025. Then the injuries hit him, big time: wrist and hamstring. After that, he was a clear liability as a pass-rusher, no two ways about it. Even when he was doing his thing, Bosa was regularly making enormous mistakes on the edge as a run defender. Teams were literally targeting him on the ground, and the veteran was caught out of position way too often. He just turned 31 a few days ago, which isn't ancient, but those injuries and inconsistent play are serious flags. His most impactful play in the entire second half of last season was actually dropping into coverage to tip a pass during Buffalo's furious comeback win over the Patriots. That's not what you want from your top defensive end. If Jim Leonhard's system means more regular coverage responsibilities for him than what Sean McDermott asked last season, then I'm essentially totally out on a Bosa reunion at this stage. Even with Bradley Chubb and T.J. Parker recently added, Bosa ain't the fix.Deebo Samuel: Rumors That Never Made Sense
And then there's Deebo Samuel. Remember all those wild rumors about him heading to Buffalo during draft season? Man, those always felt kinda strange, didn't they? And yeah, they never went anywhere. Probably for the best, given everything else that's out there. So what does this all mean for the Bills? They've got some heavy decisions to make about these established veterans. Will Diggs clear his off-field stuff for a shot at a new, defined role? Will anyone take a flyer on Bosa with those injury concerns and defensive struggles, especially given his age? We'll be watching every single move as the NFL calendar slowly grinds toward training camp. Stay tuned!This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.