Bills' list of top draft fits includes 'versatile and instinctual' Alabama safety

The Buffalo Bills need help at safety and a versatile defender from Alabama has been named as one of their top fits in the 2026 NFL draft.

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb celebrates after a safety was called against the Georgia Bulldogs. | Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

Entering Week 9, the Buffalo Bills own a record of 5-2 and can prove they're still one of the top contenders in the AFC by knocking off the Kansas City Chiefs.

One concern heading into this matchup is the performance of their secondary, especially at safety. Already one of their weakest spots, the Bills are dealing with multiple injuries as well, leaving them with more questions than answers at this point.

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That's why it's no surprise to see safety named as one of their more pressing concerns by the Bleacher Report Scouting Department. In a recent piece from Bleacher Report, their crew identified the top draft fits for all 32 teams, focusing on safety for the Bills. They said they're leaning on Jordan Poyer, and have no young options outside of Cole Bishop.

"The Bills are currently leaning on Jordan Poyer to play alongside Cole Bishop at safety. The 34-year-old is well past his prime at this point, and Buffalo doesn't have a young player who is ready to take over that role outside of Taylor Rapp." - Bleacher Report

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb celebrates after a play against the Auburn Tigers. | Will McLelland-Imagn Images

That being the case, their scouting department singled out Alabama's Keon Sabb as a potential fit, due primarily to his instincts and versatility.

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"Finding someone who can play as a deep defender in their zone-heavy defense while allowing Bishop to play in the box should be the goal. Keon Sabb might not be an elite athlete, but he's a versatile and instinctual defender. He could fit right in with Sean McDermott's system." - Bleacher Report

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Bills top three needs look past one of their primary concerns

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman runs on to the field before the game at Bank of America Stadium. | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

In addition to safety, Bleacher Report said the Bills need to target interior offensive linemen as well as linebackers.

These needs feel accurate, especially if they're unable to retain pending free agents Connor McGovern and David Edwards. What's interesting, however, is that wide receiver didn't edge out any of these spots.

Buffalo is still lacking a true No. 1 wideout, and they even made attempts to bring in help at the deadline, according to Dianna Russini. Unless they do pull off a trade, or Keon Coleman suddenly turns it around, receiver could be their primary focus in the 2026 offseason.

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