Four Buffalo Bills With Most to Prove Following Week 7 Bye

Writer Randy Gurzi argues that four Buffalo Bills players need to step up following their Week 7 bye despite the team's strong 5-1 start under first-year head coach Joe Brady. With defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard working to resolve pass defense struggles, Gurzi highlights tight end Jackson Hawes, linebacker Terrel Bernard, tight end Dalton Kincaid, and cornerback Maxwell Hairston as individuals with the most to prove.

Gurzi notes that Hawes and Kincaid have experienced offensive declines after strong performances, while Bernard's 45 tackles mask low analytical grades on defense. Additionally, 2025 first-round cornerback Hairston was benched in favor of Davison Igbinosun, making the bye week crucial for regaining form.