Bills select EDGE T.J. Parker at No. 35 overall

Buffalo adds pass rusher in Round 2.

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What happened

With the 35th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Buffalo Bills selected EDGE T.J. Parker. The Bills, who traded out of the first round earlier today, make this their first selection of the draft. Parker joins the Bills' defensive front.

Why it matters

Parker bolsters Buffalo's edge rush depth heading into the 2026 season. The pick addresses potential needs after offseason roster changes. It signals the Bills' focus on defensive reinforcements amid a competitive AFC landscape.

What to watch

Watch for Bills' next selections in Rounds 3-7 and Parker's potential fit in Buffalo's scheme.

SOURCES

@AdamSchefterApr 24, 07:22 PM ET

@RapSheetApr 24, 07:22 PM ET

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