The Bills held Jets QB Sam Darnold to 175 yards (4.3 YPA) and one touchdown in Week 1.

Analysis: The Bills' strength was their defense in 2018, as it ranked No. 1 in passing defense (179.2 YPG) and No. 2 overall (294.3 YPG). The Bills carried that momentum into this campaign by containing RB Le'Veon Bell to just 3.5 YPC and a score in his Jets debut. While the Bills couldn't force Darnold into any turnovers, they were strong in that category last year with 16 interceptions and 11 forced fumbles. That spells troubles for QB Eli Manning, who has thrown at least 11 interceptions in each of…read more

The Bills are expected to enter Week 1's game versus the Jets fully healthy on defense.

Analysis: The Bills held opponents to the second-fewest yards per game (294.1) last year, and they averaged 1.7 turnovers per game to rank eighth in the league. Their defense is still young and versatile, and the addition of rookie DT Ed Oliver only adds to the mix. However, the Jets have potential to be a high-powered offense with second-year QB Sam Darnold taking strides last year, RB Le'Veon Bell fresh and ready to rumble, and a trio of capable receivers in Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa and Jamison…read more

The Bills finished the 2018 season ranked second in total defense (294.1 YPG).

Analysis: Buffalo's scoring defense didn't fare quite as well as it ranked 18th (23.4 PPG), but a largely ineffective offense consistently made things difficult for the unit. DT Ed Oliver was drafted No. 9 overall in April's draft and should provide an immediate boost to a defensive front that struggled to reach the quarterback last season. Thursday's preseason opener against the Colts won't feature QB Andrew Luck, since he's sitting out this week to manage a calf injury.

The Bills enter the season finale against the Dolphins with the second-ranked total defense (298.7 YPG).

Analysis: The Bills allowed 24 points and forced three turnovers against the Patriots last week, but were once again hamstrung by an offense that often struggles to simply keep possession. Since the "Miami Miracle" win over the Patriots in Week 14, the Dolphins have scored 24 total points and are averaging 188 yards of offense. Miami's season-long offensive numbers are tainted with five starts from backup QB Brock Osweiler, but even with normal starter Ryan Tannehill under center, the offense has been…read more

The Bills enter their Week 16 game against the Patriots with the second-ranked total defense in the NFL (292.2 YPG).

Analysis: Buffalo is middle of the pack in scoring defense (23.8 PPG), as they have been put in compromising situations by an inept offense throughout the season. When the Bills hosted the Patriots in Week 8, each team scored only one touchdown -- the Bills via an interception return -- in New England's 25-6 win. The Patriots have plenty to play for with playoff seeding on the line, so the Bills won't be given any favors in Foxborough. Buffalo has proven to be a solid defense in 2018 but New England…read more

Buffalo's defense forced two turnovers and kept the Jets to just 248 yards of offense despite Sunday's 27-23 loss.

Analysis: The Bills' defense was once again negatively impacted by offensive struggles. Three Josh Allen turnovers didn't help the cause, either. In total, the Bills limited the Jets to under 80 yards rushing and, aside from a game-winning touchdown drive, kept Sam Darnold in check all afternoon. This week's opponent, Detroit, hasn't scored more than 20 points in four straight affairs. Buffalo's No. 1 total defense (290.6 YPG) could be in line for a productive day if the offense holds up its end of the…read more

The Bills enter Week 14 with the league's second-best total defense (294.2 YPG).

Analysis: The Bills' defense has suffered from a tragic case of poor-offense syndrome for most of this season. Despite a clamping defensive unit, Buffalo ranks 18th in scoring defense (24.4 PPG). The disconnect is a product of Buffalo's offensive ineptitudes and inability to maintain balanced field position over the course of 60 minutes. Most weeks, Buffalo's defense has been hampered by this phenomenon. This week, however, the Bills may be able to sort out their issue with the Jets coming to town.…read more

The Bills enter Week 13's divisional contest against the Dolphins with the league's second-best total defense (305.0 PPG).

Analysis: The Bills have silently turned their season around following a tumultuous start to the 2018 campaign. Sitting at 4-7, Buffalo isn't a threat to contend for a wild card berth, but the Bills have reason for optimism and added momentum as they turn their sights towards next year. Over their last two games, the Bills have secured consecutive wins on the heels of strong defensive efforts that kept the Jets and Jaguars each below 22 points. Sunday's opponent, Miami, ranks 28th in total offense (313.6…read more

Buffalo ranks second in the NFL in total defense (302.2 YPG) ahead of their Week 12 game against Jacksonville.

Analysis: The Jaguars come into town on a six-game losing streak in which much of the blame lies with their scuffling offense, quite similar to the Bills four-game streak earlier this year. Jacksonville has topped 20 points in only one of those six games, and for the season rank bottom five in points (17.8 per game), giveaways (20) and passer rating (83.9). This game has low-scoring grindfest written all over it, as both teams feature mistake-prone quarterbacks that typically rely heavily on their…read more