Bills Fullback Battle Heats Up | Buffalo Bills News

The Buffalo Bills are clinging to the fullback position like a rare NFL relic — and Ben VanSumeren, a converted linebacker, is proving he’s the man to keep them alive. With roster crunches and injuries forcing tough calls, VanSumeren emerged as the lone fullback on the 90-man roster after a competitive battle. Head coach Joe Brady admits they’d love to keep two, but VanSumeren’s play — including a team-high 16 special teams snaps and heavy usage in the run game during preseason — has him looking more like a lock than a long shot. New OC Pete Carmichael, who built fullback success with the Saints, adds even more weight to VanSumeren’s case. This isn’t nostalgia — it’s smart football. 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/63438c5f9ac9b88f