Bills Defense Battles in Preseason Opener | NFL News

The Buffalo Bills’ preseason opener against the Panthers is shaping up as a critical proving ground for their defense, with DC Jim Leonhard eager to see his unit gel under pressure. Inside linebacker competition between Dorian Williams and rookie Kaleb Elarms-Orr heats up as Terrel Bernard locks in at starter. At safety, Cole Bishop’s spot is being tested by Geno Stone and Damar Hamlin, while Jalon Kilgore impresses despite injuries. Cornerback opposite Christian Benford? Rookie Davison Igbinosun is seizing the moment after Maxwell Hairston’s injury, with undrafted Kani Walker also making strides — though he’s been sidelined too. With starters still in flux, Leonhard’s goal: watch, evaluate, and lock down key roles before Week 1. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f0d86f2f22b4a24a