Important Dates in Bills History, presented by M&T Bank, helps fans recognize what’s important. In the NFL, having a solid offensive line is important and on April 22, 1995 the Bills drafted memorable OL Ruben Brown in the first round of the 1995 NFL Draft.
After putting together a successful collegiate campaign at the University of Pittsburgh, Brown made a smooth transition into the NFL and an instantaneous impact in Buffalo. During his rookie season, the 6-foot-3, 300-pound offensive lineman took on duties as a starter at left guard. Lining up beside left tackle John Fina, center Kent Hull, right guard Jerry Ostroski, and right tackle Glenn Parker, Brown helped pave the way for the Bills offense which finished No.