The Buffalo Bills stand to open the season minus two new free-agent defensive line additions upon learning Larry Ogunjobi and Michael Hoecht both face six-game suspensions for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drugs policy.

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Defensive lineman Michael Hoecht and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi were each suspended six games for violating the NFL PED policy, Bills general manager Brandon Beane said at a press conference Friday.

Having addressed two key areas by agreeing to terms with edge rusher Joey Bosa and wide receiver Josh Palmer, the Buffalo Bills have rung the bell on yet another spot that needed help: Defensive tackle.

And for the Buffalo Bills, there will be plenty going on as general manager Brandon Beane made a big splash Tuesday night, coming to an agreement with five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Joey Bosa. He also went outside the organization to reel in defensive lineman Michael Hoecht,

NFL free agency has been wild for most teams, but the Buffalo Bills might have ran away with the most shocking event in the first week of the league year. Two players that were acquired by the Bills have already been suspended.

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said on Friday that new free agent additions Michael Hoecht and Larry Ogunjobi tested positive for performance enhancing drugs this offseason and are facing six-month suspensions to start the 2025 season.

The Buffalo Bills will have to pivot to plan B before plan A has even been thoroughly fleshed out. In speaking with local media on Friday, March 14, general manager Brandon Beane revealed that a pair of free-agent defensive lineman will miss the first six games of the 2025 NFL regular season.

T he Buffalo Bills singed a slew of new players, specifically on the defensive side of the ball. Joey Bosa was the most notable signing, coming off the edge, but Buffalo also adde