Buffalo Bills Secure Bradley Chubb in $43.5 Million, 3-Year Deal
The Buffalo Bills have finalized a significant contract with free-agent defensive end Bradley Chubb. The deal, worth $43.5 million over three years, also has the potential to reach $52.5 million with incentives. Notably, the agreement guarantees $29 million to Chubb, a proven player in the NFL.
Profile of Bradley Chubb
Chubb, 29, has spent the previous two seasons with the Miami Dolphins. He played a vital role in their defensive strategies. In the last season, he recorded impressive statistics, including:
- 47 total tackles (24 solo)
- 8 tackles for loss
- 20 quarterback hits
- 8.5 sacks
- 2 forced fumbles
- 1 fumble recovery
Chubb is a two-time Pro Bowler, receiving this honor in 2020 and 2022. Standing at 6’4″ and weighing 268 pounds, he excels as an outside linebacker and edge rusher, fitting seamlessly into a 3-4 defensive system.
Career Highlights
Originally drafted fifth overall by the Denver Broncos in the 2018 NFL Draft, Chubb played five seasons there. He was traded to the Dolphins during the 2022 NFL season. Over his seven NFL seasons, excluding a lost year in 2024 due to an ACL injury, Chubb has accumulated:
- 303 total tackles (181 solo)
- 53 tackles for loss
- 112 quarterback hits
- 48 sacks
- 7 pass defenses
- 1 interception
- 15 forced fumbles
- 4 fumble recoveries
Playoff Experience
Chubb has limited playoff experience, with just one game on his resume. This was against the Bills during the 2022 NFL season, where he achieved one sack and one forced fumble.
Impact on the Buffalo Bills
Joining the Bills, Chubb will enhance a roster of edge rushers that includes Greg Rousseau and Michael Hoecht. His signing arrives as Hoecht faces a significant Achilles injury that may impact his availability for the regular season. Under the guidance of new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, Chubb is expected to play a crucial role in a revamped defensive strategy emphasizing versatility and aggressive pressure.
This addition strengthens the Bills’ defensive lineup and signals their commitment to competing at a high level in the upcoming seasons.
