The Buffalo Bills spent big last year to revamp a defensive line that struggled to generate consistent pressure in 2019. When Buffalo did reach opposing quarterbacks, it was often thanks to blitz schemes (the double-A gap look with both Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano come to mind as a particularly effective 2019 tactic).
However, any defensive coordinator wants his front four to be able to generate pressure without a blitz, especially in a league that passes now more than ever. Buffalo tried to sign players who could accomplish that goal heading into the 2020 season.
Narrator: It didn’t work.