Ralph Ventre

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Ralph, a former college football conference administrator, brings 20+ years of media experience to Buffalo Bills ON SI. Prior to focusing on the Bills, he spent two years covering the New York Jets. Ventre initially joined the ON SI family in 2021, providing NCAA Football Championship Subdivision for NFL Draft Bible on FanNation. Ventre remains as an official voter for the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 and the annual legacy awards. The Fordham University graduate is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America.

Nov 2, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) throws a 2-yard touchdown pass to quarterback Caleb Williams (not pictured) during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals

Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Alec Anderson (70) against the Kansas City Chiefs during the AFC Championship Game

Jan 19, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay Jr. (2) reacts after breaking up a touchdown pass in the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams in a 2025 NFC divisional round game

Oct 6, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb (55) gestures after a play in the second quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Empower Field at Mile High.

Dec 29, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) celebrates a fumble recovery with fans during the second half against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills have a need at linebacker, and the answer could come from a grizzled veteran who is beloved in Orchard Park.

Dec 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone (22) reacts after intercepting a pass against the Cleveland Browns in the second half at Paycor Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills have agreed to terms with a free agent safety who made seven interceptions in 2023.

Nov 28, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive back Chauncey Gardner-Johnson (22) celebrates his interception in the second half against the Atlanta Falcons

The Buffalo Bills signed a Super Bowl champion defensive back, and two retired players foresee a match made in heaven.

Buffalo Bills guard Connor McGovern and quarterback Josh Allen celebrate in the end zone Allen’s third touchdown during second half action against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Nov 16, 2025 at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.

The Buffalo Bills didn't exactly unleash a spending spree, but they did manage to make multiple meaningful moves as the NFL rang in its new league year.

Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles safety Marcus Epps (39) reacts after a play against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field.

The Buffalo BIlls have only two safeties under contract, and they've yet to add one in NFL Free Agency. Here are four options who make sense.

Nov 9, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Bradley Chubb (2) runs on the field before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium

The Buffalo Bills have a new edge rusher, and he seems more than happy for the chance to join the Mafia.

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) tries to run away as he gets into trouble near Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt (57), Sunday, October 13, 2024, in East Rutherford.

Examining the limited options remaining for the Buffalo Bills' on the free agent linebacker market.

Sep 14, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Buffalo Bills fullback Reggie Gilliam (41) after the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills still have 11 unrestricted free agents who are on the open market as the NFL begins a new calendar year.

Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats cornerback Maxwell Hairston is selected as the No. 30 pick by the Buffalo Bills during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field.

The Buffalo Bills now know where each of their seven selections will be slotted at the 2026 NFL Draft.

Sep 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) is introduced before a game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills need linebackers, and the free agent market is drying up quickly.

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills' general manager perfectly read the WR market, but he proceeded to make two questionable moves as NFL Free Agency negotiations began.

Nov 17, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Leo Chenal (54) tries to make a tackle on Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (88)

The Buffalo Bills need to set up new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard with a proven commodity in the middle.

Ralph Ventre

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

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