NFL power rankings: Which teams will have the best defense?

NFL power rankings: Which teams will have the best defense this season?

Dec 18, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) celebrates his second interception with Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) against the Arizona Cardinals at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

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Bills newly signed edge rusher Leonard Floyd getting off the line during practice. /

3. Buffalo Bills

Notable additions: EDGE Leonard Floyd
Notable losses: ILB Tremaine Edmunds
2022 scoring defense: 2nd
2022 yards defense: 6th

This offseason was a massive success for the Bills, who managed to re-sign safety Jordan Poyer and add edge rusher Leonard Floyd.

Since joining the team in 2017, Poyer has been an integral piece of the Bills’ defense. Last season, he gave up a passer rating of only 60.1 when targeted, which led all NFL safeties.

Floyd has established himself as a quality pass rusher during his tenure with the Rams. He has posted 9.0+ sacks in each of the past three seasons. He gives the Bills some additional depth with Von Miller recovering from an ACL injury.

This group was the second-best scoring defense in the NFL last season, and there is no reason to project a major drop-off.

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