Many NFL general managers would argue it is prudent to fill most holes in the roster before the NFL draft, using trades and free-agent signings to prevent having to find a rookie to fill a pressing need.
That strategy is harder to execute when it comes to quarterbacks because of the high cost involved.
Trades by the Buffalo Bills last year, giving them extra first- and second-round picks, have put the team in position to take a swing at drafting a potential franchise quarterback.
With an ample supply of likely top 10 picks at quarterback -- Sam Darnold, Josh Rosen, Baker Mayfield and Josh Allen -- and several potential trade partners with settled quarterback situations, there is justified buzz about Buffalo making a big move up the board from its current positions at Nos.