The Buffalo Bills could see a much-needed lift on defense following the bye week. Defensive end Michael Hoecht and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi have officially returned to the active roster after serving suspensions. Their comeback arrives at a crucial moment, as the Bills’ defense has struggled with consistency through the first half of the season.
On the latest episode of the PlayAction podcast, Lance Lysowski and Katherine Fitzgerald analyze how Hoecht and Ogunjobi could immediately impact the defensive front. The two discuss the potential ripple effect of their presence on the pass rush and run defense, particularly as Buffalo looks to re-establish its dominance in the trenches.
In addition, the Bills have opened the practice window for rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston, their first-round draft pick. Fitzgerald shares insights from her recent conversation with Hairston, offering a glimpse into how the young defensive back is approaching his long-awaited return.
The hosts also preview Buffalo’s upcoming matchup against the Carolina Panthers, a team that has surprised many early in the season. With several key players back in the fold and young contributors continuing to emerge, the Bills appear poised to rebound strongly after their week off.
As the second half of the season begins, all eyes are on how these defensive changes might help Buffalo reassert itself as one of the AFC’s most complete teams.
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