ESPN Highlights Key Draft Need for Buffalo Bills

Analysts say Bills must address problematic position despite offseason moves.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 11:34pm

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ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg reports that despite the Buffalo Bills' offseason acquisition of star wide receiver DJ Moore, the team still has a need to add another receiver in the upcoming NFL Draft. While the Bills have built depth at the position, Getzenberg argues they should consider using their first-round pick at #26 overall to further bolster their receiving corps to support quarterback Josh Allen's Super Bowl aspirations.

Why it matters

The Bills' offense is expected to be a key focus in 2026 as new offensive coordinator Joe Brady looks to maximize the team's weapons around Allen. Adding another quality receiver could help elevate the Bills' passing attack and provide more options for their star QB.

The details

The Bills made a splash this offseason by trading for DJ Moore, pairing him with young talents like Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Joshua Palmer, and Tyrell Shavers. However, ESPN's Getzenberg believes the team should still consider using a draft pick, potentially even their first-rounder at #26 overall, to add another receiver to the mix. While the Bills have already invested draft capital in the position, Getzenberg argues the depth and competition at receiver could still be improved.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in late April.

The players

Josh Allen

The Bills' star quarterback who is looking to lead the team to a Super Bowl championship.

DJ Moore

The wide receiver acquired by the Bills in a trade this offseason to be their new top pass-catching threat.

Joe Brady

The Bills' new offensive coordinator who will be tasked with maximizing the team's offensive weapons around Allen.

Alaina Getzenberg

The ESPN analyst who highlighted the Bills' need to add another receiver in the draft.

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What they’re saying

“Yes, the Bills made the big splash with the Moore trade, and he's undoubtedly the top receiver, but there's a need for another to be added.”

— Alaina Getzenberg, ESPN Analyst

What’s next

The Bills will have the opportunity to address their receiving corps during the 2026 NFL Draft, which takes place in late April.

The takeaway

Despite their offseason moves, the Bills still have work to do to ensure they have enough receiving talent to support Josh Allen and make a deep playoff run. Drafting another wide receiver, even in the first round, could be a wise investment to further bolster their offensive firepower.