The Buffalo Bills have long valued the versatility offensive lineman Ryan Bates brings to their team, with Bates stepping in and appearing at center and both left and right guard during his time in Buffalo.
But on Monday night, general manager Brandon Beane executed his first deal of the offseason, shipping Bates off to the Chicago Bears in exchange for an early fifth-round draft pick.
Today’s edition of Buffalo Rumblinks examines the Bates trade and the financial ramifications associated with the move.
Bills deal versatile OL Ryan Bates to Bears
In return for Bates, Buffalo will receive a fifth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.