Bills built cornerback depth in the draft after learning a hard lesson
The Buffalo Bills addressed a critical need for cornerback depth in the 2026 NFL Draft by trading up to select Ohio State's Davison Igbinosun in the second round and adding Jalon Kilgore and Toriano Pride Jr. in later rounds. General manager Brandon Beane emphasized the importance of building depth at a premium position, especially with uncertainty surrounding Tre'Davious White and Dorian Strong. The moves set up increased competition within the secondary as the team prepares for Joe Brady's first season as head coach.
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