Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker became the first Bills pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. (John Byrum / Getty Images)
April 24, 2026Updated 10:39 pm EDT
The Buffalo Bills entered the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23 with seven picks over the three-day draft, but traded three times to exit the first round and ended up with nine picks.
The Bills went in with some of the lowest total draft capital in the league, thanks to their trade for wide receiver DJ Moore, a deal that sent their second-round pick to the Chicago Bears for the player and a fifth-round pick.
General manager Brandon Beane will have some opportunities to add critical starters and depth to their team.
Round 2No. 35: T.J. Parker, Edge, ClemsonHow he fits
With the switch to a 3-4 defense, the Bills needed a different type of pass rusher. Parker is a solid, productive addition who should help in that transition. Parker (6-3 ½, 263) collected 21.5 sacks and 41.5 tackles for loss over three seasons at Clemson and set a school record in 2024 with six forced fumbles. He was a safe pick but a quality one. If Buffalo had drafted him at No. 26 on Thursday, it would generate the same reaction. That the Bills got Parker at No. 35 is an even bigger win. — Scott Dochterman
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Parker is still learning how to unlock counter maneuvers, but he offers a reliable foundation built on leveraged power and a consistent motor that helps him make plays as a rusher and run defender. He projects as a solid NFL starter, similar to Jabaal Sheard.
Joe Buscaglia’s analysisGrade: ANo. 62: Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio StateHow he fits
An extremely physical corner with great length and a great overall frame, Igbinosun is very hard to beat in press or near the line of scrimmage and at the catch point. He does grab a lot, though, and will have to reel his hands in to avoid becoming an NFL penalty magnet. — Nick Baumgardner
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Igbinosun is a long, lanky cornerback with the speed and competitive edge that NFL coaches covet in press-man schemes. If he can trade his grabby tendencies for better trust in his technique, he has a multi-contract NFL career ahead of him.
Joe Buscaglia’s analysisGrade: B+Round 4
No. 101 (via Titans)
No. 125 (via NE)
No. 126
Round 5
No. 167 (via Texans)
Round 6
No. 182 (via Raiders)
Round 7
No. 220 (via Jets)
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