**The Buffalo Bills underwent significant roster cuts this offseason to manage their cap space ahead of the 2025 free agency. They will need to offer new contracts to several current players to retain their core talent.**
**The Bills have already extended several contracts during the 2024 offseason. They picked up defensive end Greg Rousseau’s fifth-year option for 2025, extended left tackle Dion Dawkins for three years, and signed nickel cornerback Taron Johnson to a three-year deal. New contracts were also agreed upon with defensive end A.J. Epenesa, safety Taylor Rapp, defensive back Cam Lewis, and defensive tackle DaQuan Jones, keeping these pending free agents with the team.**
**So, who’s next for a contract extension from the Bills? Here’s a look:**
**1. OT Spencer Brown (UFA 2025)**
The Bills extended Dion Dawkins’ contract this offseason, keeping him through 2027. Brown, entering his final rookie contract year, performed well in 2023. Extending him now could be cost-effective before his value potentially increases with another strong season. General Manager Brandon Beane discussed Brown’s growth on a podcast, highlighting his development despite missing his senior year and dealing with an injury. Brown’s expected market value could be at least $12 million annually, placing him among the top NFL right tackles.
**2. DE Greg Rousseau (UFA 2026)**
Rousseau showed significant progress in his third NFL season, positioning him as a key pass rusher, especially with Leonard Floyd gone and Von Miller likely departing after 2024. Though he will earn $13.3 million in 2025 under his fifth-year option, a long-term deal could reduce his cap hit next season. Rousseau’s future contract is expected to be higher than A.J. Epenesa’s $6 million per year but below top market deals.
**3. CB Rasul Douglas (UFA 2025)**
Douglas’ cap hit for 2025 stands at $4.125 million if he’s not on the roster at the start of the league year. An extension could spread this cap hit into the future. His future with the team might depend on the development of
