The Buffalo Bills shocked the NFL world by agreeing to trade star wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans. However, former Bills linebacker Shawne Merriman admitted that he wasn’t surprised by the move. He pointed to the offseason drama and turmoil surrounding Diggs, suggesting that it was best for both the player and the organization to part ways. Merriman expressed confusion over what the Bills received in return for Diggs, believing that the Texans won the trade hands-down. He felt that Buffalo didn’t get close to the value they should have for a top wide receiver like Diggs.
The Bills have been busy in the offseason, but mostly in terms of players leaving the team. With Diggs now gone, Dawson Knox is the top remaining receiver on the offense. The team has been dealing with departures, including Gabe Davis and Trent Sherfield. Buffalo also signed some new players like Curtis Samuel and K.J. Hamler, but it won’t completely fill the void left by Diggs. Merriman noted that the Bills didn’t make many offseason moves, unlike some other teams, and he speculated that the team may be nearing the end of their championship window.
Merriman expressed disappointment in the Bills’ lack of significant moves to improve the team, especially considering how close they were to winning a championship. He raised questions about quarterback Josh Allen’s future with the team, given the lack of offseason additions and the potential for other teams to make trade offers for Allen. Merriman suggested that if a team like the New York Giants came calling with a trade offer for Allen, the Bills should consider it. He proposed offering two first-round picks, future draft picks, and possibly a player or two in exchange for Allen.
Overall, Merriman’s comments reflect some skepticism about the Bills’ decision-making and direction as a team. He believes that the Bills may be at a critical juncture in their championship window, and their lack of significant offseason moves could impact their ability to contend for a title. The trade of Stefon Diggs to the Texans, while not surprising to Merriman, left him questioning the value the Bills received in return. With uncertainty surrounding Josh Allen’s future and potential trade offers on the table, the Bills may face tough decisions in the coming seasons as they aim to remain competitive in the NFL.
