NFL insider wants Bills to land star WR in free agency

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NFL insider wants Bills to land star wide receiver in free agency

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics | By Taylor Hartman | Last updated 2/27/24

With the Buffalo Bills expected to move on from their star receiver Gabe Davis this offseason, there will be a need for them to sign another high-caliber receiver, especially with the future of their other star wideout, Stefon Diggs, in question .

With free agency coming up quickly, a star receiver from an NFC North team will likely be a free agent this offseason and could be a top target for the Bills.

The Bills could have an interest in Chicago Bears receiver Darnell Mooney, especially if either Diggs or Davis leaves Buffalo. As Pro Football Network's Tony Catalina explains:

"Mooney is a field-stretcher that Allen will love throwing the long ball to, and adding him to the roster may not cost an aggressive amount to do so. It won’t be the perfect solution to a room that could potentially lose a significant amount of production, but for the money and the need, Mooney makes a lot of sense."

Mooney has been in the league since 2020 and has racked up 2,593 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns, including a 1,055-yard season in 2021.

While Mooney has not been given many opportunities for growth in Chicago, he could excel with Josh Allen as his quarterback.

Mooney could be an excellent fit with Allen since the receiver excels at creating separation downfield, something the Bills offense does often. While he has not been a consistent No. 1 or 2 receiver, he could give Buffalo some much-needed speed for the offense.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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