“In the NFL, chess isn’t just a game—it’s a lifestyle. And Sean McDermott? He’s out here playing 4D chess.” That’s the vibe in Buffalo these days, where the Bills’ front office is mixing grit, grace, and a little je ne sais quoi to rebuild a defense that’s already tighter than Josh Allen’s spiral. Let’s just say the BillsMafia isn’t just tailgating anymore—they’re leaning into draft drama hotter than a fourth-quarter comeback.
McDermott’s Masterstroke—Pairing Benford With a Ball Hawk? Ryan Talbot’s tweet hit like a blitz off the edge: “Per source, the Bills hosted Notre Dame CB Benjamin Morrison on a pre-draft visit this week.” Morrison, the Irish’s 9-INT phenom, might’ve had his 2024 season cut short by a hip injury, but his résumé? Chef’s kiss.
Think freshman year magic: six picks (tying a 49-year record), a 96-yard pick-six against Clemson (“longer than my last relationship,” joked one ND fan), and Gator Bowl heroics that had scouts drooling. “He’s a walking turnover party,” gushed an analyst.
Per source, the #Bills hosted Notre Dame CB Benjamin Morrison on a pre-draft visit this week.
Morrison suffered a season-ending hip injury in October, but was outstanding on the field during his tenure with the #Irish (9 INT, 18 PBUs).
Projection: Round 2#BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/Q9coMsaOge
— Ryan Talbot (@RyanTalbotBills) April 12, 2025
But here’s the plot twist: Buffalo’s already got Christian Benford, their sixth-round gem turned shutdown artist. In 2024, Benford let up just five catches on 13 targets—a statline so stingy, it’d make Scrooge McDuck proud. McDermott, ever the defensive savant, sees Morrison as the Robin to Benford’s Batman. “
He just does a really good job… honing in on what his job is every week,” McDermott said of Benford, whose new $76M extension screams “cornerstone.” Pair him with Morrison’s ball-hawking swagger? That’s a secondary scarier than a Buffalo winter.
Morrison’s rehab? Straight out of a Rocky montage. After surgery, he’s been grinding like he’s got something to prove—which, let’s be real, he does. His Instagram caption post-injury said it all: “I’m heartbroken… but I’m trusting God.” Cue the Rudy music. If McDermott pulls this off, the Bills’ DB room won’t just be lockdown—it’ll be Alcatraz.
McDermott’s secret weapon? A DK Metcalf clone
Meanwhile, in Knoxville, the Bills are eyeing a WR prospect dubbed “Baby Metcalf.” Let’s break it down: DK Metcalf, the human skyscraper, has six straight 900-yard seasons. Buffalo’s mystery target? Same vibe—6’3”, 230 lbs of “go up and get it” energy. Think Moss-esque grabs meets Tyreek Hill’s “you mad, bro?” speed, Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Dont’e Thornton he’s 6’5, ran a 4.3 40-yard dash.
This isn’t just about size; it’s about swagger with a season of 661 yards (25.4 YPR) and six touchdowns. Anyway, The Bills’ offense, already stacked with Allen’s cannon arm, craves a red-zone cheat code. Imagine this rookie high-pointing a fade route like he’s plucking apples from a tree. “You come at the king, you best not miss,” as Omar Little once quipped on The Wire. Defenses would miss—a lot.
NFL Draft 2025: #Bills showing “a lot of interest” in #Volunteers WR being compared to D.K. Metcalf.#BillsMafia #NFLDraft
https://t.co/GFgjeuGk3a
— Ryan Talbot (@RyanTalbotBills) April 12, 2025
But why the Metcalf comp? Beyond the measurables, it’s the dog mentality. DK’s career—4,300+ yards, 48 TDs—is built on outmuscling DBs and outworking doubts. Buffalo’s prospect? Same hunger. “He’s got that ‘I’ll run through a wall’ energy,” said a Vols insider. Pair him with Stefon Diggs? That’s not a receiver room—it’s a horror flick.
Here’s the kicker: Buffalo’s dancing on a salary cap tightrope. They’re $10.5M over the limit, but GM Brandon Beane’s slicing contracts like a Benihana chef. Von Miller’s release freed up $8.4M, Allen’s restructure saved $3.4M, and trading Kaiir Elam? Pure cap gymnastics.
But don’t panic. As Ted Lasso would say, ‘Believe.’ Buffalo’s got moves left: restructure Dion Dawkins (nearly $10M saved), tweak Dawson Knox’s deal ($6.2M), and suddenly, they’re back in the game. It’s like rebuilding an engine mid-race—risky, but when you’re chasing Lombardi trophies, risky is the only gear.
So here’s the bottom line: Buffalo’s playing the long game. Morrison’s grit + Benford’s grind = a secondary that’ll make QBs sweat. A Metcalf-like WR? That’s Allen’s new toy, a deep-ball Picasso. And the cap woes? Just noise.
As the 2025 season looms, the Bills aren’t just building a team—they’re crafting a legacy. Or, as Morrison himself put it: “This isn’t the end… it’s the beginning.” Cue the comeback SZN.
The post NFL Rumors: Sean McDermott to Pair Christian Benford With 9-INT CB as Bills Show Interest in DK Metcalf-Like WR appeared first on EssentiallySports.