NFL Report: Bills had interest in trading for QB Trey Lance
The Buffalo Bills appear to be interested in upgrading their backup quarterback position.
On Friday, the San Francisco 49ers traded former third-overall selection, quarterback Trey Lance. In the end, the Dallas Cowboys acquired Lance for a 2024 fourth-round pick.
After the dust settled, follow-up reports indicated that the Bills had discussions with San Francisco for Lance.
According to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, Buffalo and the Baltimore Ravens had conversations with the Niners. A second update via the San Jose Mercury indicated that the Cowboys’ offer of a fourth-round pick was better than what the Bills offered up:
#49ers traded Lance to #Cowboys after they made better offer than #Bills, according to a team source
Lance was at Levi’s Stadium and took this news better than Wednesday’s, when he learned #2 job was lost to Sam Darnold.
Lance met with Shanahan, John Lynch, Jed York after deal https://t.co/SwsJ6S3pOL
— Cam Inman (@CamInman) August 26, 2023
In Buffalo, like Dallas, Lance would have been a backup option. In that area, the Bills have gotten spotty play this summer. Both Kyle Allen, who signed in Buffalo this spring, and Matt Barkley, have struggled during the preseason.
While the Bills did not end up with Lance, their interest indicates a desire to upgrade behind Josh Allen. With roster cut down day in the NFL looming next week, Buffalo might be on the lookout for other quarterbacks.
Bills Wire will provide roster updates throughout the 2023 season.
