Time to pay The Bills

So last time we took a look at the Bills offense as we gear up towards the season, today we will look at a unit who really needs to take a step forward, and that's the Bills Defense.

D-Line:

The need to get better on the D-line and from the pass rush was paramount as the Bills went into the offseason and was addressed when they took Aaron Maybin (pictured above). Maybin is a speed demon off the edge who turned in impact performances in big games when he was at Penn State. Maybin has not yet signed, but once he gets into camp he should add another demension to the Bills front four. Maybin showed to be a real team leader at mini-camps and will work well with the current rotation at ends. Also in the rotation are Chris Kelsay the big, sturdy run stopper, and sack-man Aaron Schobel. Kyle Williams, Spencer Johnson, and Marcus Stroud anchor the center of a line that is trying to get pressure and make plays

Linebackers:

This spot has a few unknowns to it, espescially if injury occurs, but if Kawika Mitchell and Paul Posluzsny stay healthy it will go a long way to solidify this unit. The two big hitters play side by side, and while Posluzsny stalks the field and tackles everything in sight, Mitchell packs a load of dynamite and can make plays in coverage. What's unclear is how the 3rd LB position will shake out. Right now it will be Keith Ellison who has started there before, but former late draft picks Alvin Bowen and Nic Harris look to make some noise and get into the argument for playing time.

Defensive Backs:

This is a really good unit that has the chance to be something special. Terrence McGee and Donte Whitner captain a group of absolute athletes with a lot of big play potential. Former first round pick Leodis McKelvin and Drayton Florence will battle to play opposite McGee. Ashton Youboty looks to assert himself as a player this year and Byron Scott will start the year off opposite of Whitner. The player I'm excited about is rookie Jairus Byrd (pictured above) who will be transitioned to safety. All in all this unit has the chance to be the team's best.

Best Defensive Player - The defense takes a step up this year thanks to pro bowl years from Donte Whitner, Kawika Mitchell, and Paul Posluzsny.

Best Defensive Rookie - I'm gonna have to go with my boy Jairus Byrd as I detailed above.