Now that the 2024 NFL Draft has officially concluded, the majority of teams have completed their high-profile roster additions and are working hard to complete their rosters in time for training camp.
The Buffalo Bills have the third-fewest cap room in the NFL, so it’s unlikely that they can make any huge acquisitions this offseason, but they should still make these three additions to strengthen their roster.
Following the losses of Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis from the team last season, Buffalo’s receiving corps will appear very different in 2024. Despite the addition of Keon Coleman, Curtis Samuel, and a few lesser names like Mack Hollins and Chase Claypool, the Bills have nothing to lose by making a widerout investment.
Marshall, a second-round pick in 2021, is likely available because the Panthers allowed him to request a trade last season.
Marshall is an intriguing addition to the team because of his remarkable relationship with a Bills staff member. Marshall played for OC Joe Brady at LSU and in his rookie season with Carolina. As a rookie, Marshall only had 17 receptions for 138 yards, but he was a vital component of LSU’s 2019 championship winning team
During that particular season, Marshall had an impressive showing with 46 receptions, 671 yards, and 13 touchdowns, despite being the third choice receiver behind current NFL stars Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase. The Bills, who have two 6th round picks in the upcoming NFL draft, could benefit from trading one for Marshall as it presents a low-risk, potentially high-reward opportunity. While Marshall may not reach Pro Bowl level, working with Bills QB Josh Allen could boost his career prospects significantly.
A suggestion is also made to sign edge-rusher Markus Golden to add depth to the position. While the Bills are banking on A.J. Epenesa’s progression into a starting edge-rusher, the loss of their sack leader Leonard Floyd to the 49ers and uncertainty surrounding Von Miller, who made minimal impact in 2023, emphasize the need to bolster the edge-rushing unit.
