Bills sign former Chiefs edge rusher Mike Danna one-year
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills signed free agent linebacker Mike Danna to a one-year contract on Monday, adding a former Kansas City Chiefs edge rusher to their roster. Danna, a two-time Super Bowl winner, measured at 6-foot-2 and 257 pounds and projects to an outside linebacker role in Buffalo's new-look defense.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills signed free agent linebacker Mike Danna to a one-year contract on Monday, adding a former Kansas City Chiefs edge rusher to their roster. Danna, a two-time Super Bowl winner, measured at 6-foot-2 and 257 pounds and projects to an outside linebacker role in Buffalo's new-look defense.
The move comes as the Bills shift toward a 3-4 defensive alignment under head coach Joe Brady and coordinator Jim Leonhard, and Danna is expected to compete for a backup role behind Bradley Chubb and Greg Rousseau. Last month Buffalo used the 35th overall pick on Clemson edge rusher T.J. Parker, and in a corresponding roster move the team released cornerback MJ Devonshire this week.
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Timeline
- 1. 2020: Mike Danna drafted by Kansas City (fifth round) from Central Michigan.
- 2. 2020–through six seasons: Danna recorded 21.5 sacks, six forced fumbles, 87 games, 49 starts.
- 3. Last month: Buffalo selected Clemson edge rusher T.J. Parker with the 35th overall pick.
- 4. Monday: Buffalo signed Danna to a one-year contract and released cornerback MJ Devonshire.
- 5. Current: Bills transition to a 3-4 defense under head coach Joe Brady and coordinator Jim Leonhard.
Why it matters
The Bills are changing their game, and that could mean a more exciting season ahead. If you're a fan, this is a chance to see a two-time Super Bowl winner in action. And if you're into fantasy football, Danna might be a solid pick for your roster.
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