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Bills look to AFC rivals to bolster pass rush with 21.5 sack DE
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The Buffalo Bills are looking to strengthen their pass rush by considering former Chiefs DE Mike Danna, who recently visited the team. With T.J. Sanders expected to start, the Bills aim to improve their defensive lineup for the 2026 season.
Key points
- Buffalo Bills looking to improve pass rush
- Mike Danna visited the Bills after leaving the Chiefs
- T.J. Sanders expected to start at defensive end
- Landon Jackson is the backup option
- Jim Leonhard is leading the defense for 2026
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The Buffalo Bills' defense under Jim Leonhard is expected to be an improved unit in 2026, but the franchise hasn't exactly gotten its pass rush mix right.
Granted, we are still early in the offseason, but if a game were to be played today, it's T.J. Sanders who would start, with Landon Jackson behind him.
And it is clear the Bills want to add more bodies to the room, as ESPN's Jeremy Fowler has reported that former Kansas City Chiefs DE Mike Danna recently had a visit with the Bills.
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Danna an interesting Bills option
A largely rotational player for the Chiefs, as he played just 42 percent of the snaps in 2025, Danna could be a nice depth piece for the Bills.
Q&A
Who is Mike Danna and why are the Bills interested in him?
Mike Danna is a former defensive end for the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Bills are interested in him to enhance their pass rush.
What is the current state of the Bills' pass rush for the 2026 season?
As of now, T.J. Sanders is expected to start, but the Bills are actively looking to add more players to improve their pass rush.
What role will Jim Leonhard play in the Bills' defense in 2026?
Jim Leonhard is expected to lead the Bills' defense, which aims to be an improved unit in the 2026 season.