The Buffalo Bills have strengthened their defensive line by signing DeShawn Williams, a veteran defensive tackle who started 10 games for the Carolina Panthers last season. The 31-year-old, who made 33 tackles, seven quarterback hits, and one sack in 2022, has previously played for the Denver Broncos and spent some time at defensive end, recording 4.5 sacks in 2019. Williams brings experience and depth to the Bills’ defensive line, with his career spanning several NFL teams and a brief spell in the Canadian Football League that was disrupted by the pandemic.
The team announced the signing of former second-round pick defensive tackle Austin Johnson, who started 17 games for the Los Angeles Chargers last season. Johnson will reunite with his former Penn State and Tennessee Titans teammate DaQuan Jones. Bills general manager Brandon Beane expressed optimism about Johnson’s potential, citing similarities in trajectory to Jones. The team has also re-signed key players, including DaQuan Jones, who was praised for his importance and value on the defensive line. A.J. Epenesa, who had a standout season in 2023, has also been brought back by the Bills.
