The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for the 2024 NFL Draft, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. As they evaluate their options, they find themselves at a crossroads: Should they play it safe or make a bold move by trading up? Let’s break down the pros and cons of each strategy.
The Bills currently hold the 28th pick in the draft. Playing it safe would mean sticking with this position and selecting the best available player when their turn comes. Here’s why this approach might make sense:
However, playing it safe also has its downsides:
General Manager Brandon Beane isn’t afraid to make bold moves. Trading up would allow the Bills to target specific players they covet. Here’s why this strategy is tempting:
Bills GM Brandon Beane on some criticism of him trading up in the past "If there's a guy I like, and I'm confident, I want to go to bed Thursday night that I got him."
— Joe Buscaglia (@JoeBuscaglia) April 18, 2024
Says he has no idea if he goes up, goes back or drafts at 28 yet.
The Buffalo Bills’ decision will shape their future. Whether they play it safe or trade up, they must strike a balance. Perhaps they’ll find a sweet spot, a calculated move that addresses needs without mortgaging their future. As the draft approaches, Bills Mafia hold their breath, hoping for a franchise-altering decision.
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