Bills Land Two-Time Pro Bowl EDGE Bradley Chubb on Team-Friendly Deal

Chubb's 3-year, $43.5M contract compares favorably to other top NFL pass rushers

Mar. 11, 2026 at 10:04pm

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The Buffalo Bills have signed former Miami Dolphins defensive end Bradley Chubb to a 3-year, $43.5 million contract with up to $52.5 million in total value and $29 million guaranteed. The deal represents a team-friendly contract for the two-time Pro Bowler, whose average annual value of $14.5 million ties him for the 22nd-highest among edge rushers in the NFL.

Why it matters

Landing a proven pass rusher like Chubb is a crucial move for the Bills' defense as they look to fortify their front seven under new coordinator Jim Leonhard. Chubb's versatility to play both as a traditional 4-3 defensive end and as a stand-up outside linebacker makes him a valuable asset, and the team was able to sign him to a contract that won't break the bank.

The details

Chubb, a 2018 first-round pick out of NC State, has already earned over $98 million in his career. After an 11-sack season in 2023, he bounced back from a knee injury to post 8.5 sacks for the Dolphins in 2025. His new 3-year deal with the Bills compares favorably to other top pass rushers, with an AAV that ties him for 22nd-highest and a total value that would rank 17th if he hits all incentives. The $29 million in guaranteed money is also reasonable, especially compared to the $38.8 million guaranteed for teammate Greg Rousseau.

  • Chubb signed his 3-year deal with the Bills on March 11, 2026.
  • Chubb will turn 30 years old in June 2026.

The players

Bradley Chubb

A two-time Pro Bowl defensive end who has earned over $98 million in his career so far, Chubb is joining the Bills on a 3-year, $43.5 million contract to bolster their pass rush.

Greg Rousseau

Chubb's new teammate on the Bills, Rousseau signed a contract last offseason that included $38.8 million in guaranteed money.

Jim Leonhard

The new defensive coordinator for the Bills, Leonhard will be tasked with integrating Chubb into his defensive scheme.

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What’s next

The Bills will look to Chubb to provide an immediate boost to their pass rush as they aim to return to the playoffs in 2026.

The takeaway

By signing Bradley Chubb to a team-friendly 3-year, $43.5 million contract, the Bills were able to land a proven two-time Pro Bowl pass rusher without breaking the bank. This shrewd move should pay dividends for Buffalo's defense as they look to build on their recent success.