Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane has been very active this offseason, making several moves that show the team’s determination to compete for a championship now. As the team prepares for training camp next month at St. John Fisher University, the pressure is rising on some veterans trying to secure their roster spots.
One player facing significant uncertainty is cornerback Dane Jackson. Jackson, who was originally drafted by the Bills in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft, has had a mixed tenure with the team. He spent the past season with the Carolina Panthers but has now returned to Buffalo, where he must compete for playing time.
The challenge comes in the form of Tre’Davious White, a former Bills first-round pick who recently rejoined the team after stints with the Los Angeles Rams and Baltimore Ravens. White, a two-time Pro Bowler and All-Pro, is expected to be a key figure in the Bills secondary, putting Jackson’s role in jeopardy.
Analyst Sayre Bedinger highlighted Jackson as one of the players under the most pressure after minicamp. With the Bills also exploring other options in the defensive backfield, including a rumored interest in former All-Pro Jaire Alexander before his release, Jackson may be among the first to be cut if the younger players impress.
As training camp approaches, it’s clear the Bills are intent on upgrading their cornerback group, and Jackson’s future with the team hangs in the balance. How he performs in camp could determine whether he remains part of Buffalo’s defensive plans or becomes another casualty of the team’s push for a championship roster.
