Bills Trade Up for Deone Walker in NFL Draft

The Buffalo Bills traded with the Chicago Bears to acquire the No. 109 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, using it to select Kentucky defensive tackle Deone Walker. This move is part of a larger defensive overhaul led by general manager Brandon Beane, combining free agency acquisitions with draft picks to address recent postseason shortcomings. The Bears received Buffalo's No. 132 and No. 169 picks, bolstering their mid- and late-round draft capital after already picking players like tight end Colston Loveland and wide receiver Luther Burden III. The Jets are also leveraging Day 3 draft opportunities, aiming to find impactful contributors as they have in previous years. These moves reflect a broader AFC trend of teams using trades and targeted selections to address roster needs and build for future success. The Bills' efforts are particularly focused on improving defensive youth and depth to support their playoff ambitions.