Jairus Byrd returns a pick.

We transition here, at NextGen Sports, from two potential Super Bowl contenders in both the Ravens and Steelers to a once proud yet currently dormant franchise, the Buffalo Bills. Without further a due, here is your preview from St. John Fisher College in Pittsford, NY…

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Jairus Byrd - A second round draft pick out of the University of Oregon, he took hold of the starting free safety job just two games into the 2009 season. Quickly, Byrd established himself as a budding superstar on the NFL scene, recording a league-best nine interceptions. A groin injury, however, ended Byrd’s incredible rookie season prematurely, and resulting surgery caused the San Diego native to miss the Pro Bowl. This season, expect Byrd to be completely healthy and just as dynamic in the secondary. New head coach Chan Gailey looks to start Donte Whitner at strong safety, opposite Byrd to begin the upcoming campaign, and clearly, if he produces at the same rate as last year, the Bills should at least compete in a pass heavy AFC East.

Marcus Easley – Easley began his college career as a walk-on at the University of Connecticut, and after three seasons toiling on the bench, he finally excelled in his senior year.  The 6 foot 3 inch 210 pound wide receiver scored eight touchdowns in the final ten games of 2009, leading the Huskies to a victory in the PapaJohns.com Bowl. Drafted in the 4th round, the Bills organization hopes Easley can give quarterback Trent Edwards a more viable red zone threat. Remember, Buffalo comes into 2010 thin at the wide receiver position, following the departures of both Terrell Owens and Josh Reed. Read More→