Buffalo Bills Betting Odds

Team Overview

The Buffalo Bills now face the Miami Dolphins, who secured a 20-17 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. Both teams will look to extend their winning streak in this crucial AFC East showdown.

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2024/2025 NFL season as perennial playoff contenders, aiming for their fifth straight AFC East title under quarterback Josh Allen. However, significant roster changes, including the departure of star receiver Stefon Diggs, have raised questions about their Super Bowl aspirations. With +180 odds to win their division and +1500 odds to win the Super Bowl, the Bills face a challenging path ahead as they look to overcome recent postseason disappointments and navigate a competitive AFC landscape.

Team Leadership and Changes

Sean McDermott enters his eighth season as head coach, partnered with general manager Brandon Beane for their seventh year together. The duo faces significant challenges in 2024, including the departure of offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey midway through last season. Joe Brady, who took over play-calling duties and improved the offense’s performance, has been retained in that role[1]. On defense, Bobby Babich replaces McDermott as the primary play-caller, marking a shift in defensive strategy[2]. These coaching adjustments, coupled with the loss of key veterans like Stefon Diggs, Jordan Poyer, and Tre’Davious White, signal a transitional phase for the Bills as they aim to maintain their competitive edge in the AFC.

Defensive Line Strategy

Significant changes have occurred in the Bills’ offensive line, with center Mitch Morse departing and Connor McGovern shifting to the center position. David Edwards is expected to fill the guard spot vacated by McGovern. Despite these adjustments, Pro Football Focus ranks the Bills’ offensive line as the eighth-best unit in the NFL heading into the 2024 season. Key strengths include:

* Left tackle Dion Dawkins, coming off a Pro Bowl season

* Right tackle Spencer Brown’s improvement from 73rd to 32nd among tackles in PFF’s overall grade

* Increased arm length in the interior with McGovern (34 1/8 inches) and Edwards (33 1/8 inches)

However, concerns remain about the line’s ability to protect Josh Allen in critical situations, as they allowed pressure in 2.5 seconds or less at a league-worst 45.9% rate on third-and-long situations last season.

2024 NFL Season

Buffalo Bills Week 1 Review – vs. Arizona Cardinals

The Buffalo Bills kicked off the 2024 NFL season with a 34-28 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Josh Allen threw for 232 yards and two touchdowns, adding two more scores on the ground. James Cook rushed for 71 yards, while Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir were key targets in the receiving game. Despite an early 17-3 deficit, Buffalo’s defense adjusted, with Greg Rousseau recording three sacks to stifle Kyler Murray, who passed for 162 yards and rushed for 57.

Greg Rousseau: 6 tackles, 3 sacks

Josh Allen: 18/23, 232 yards, 2 TD, 1 fumble

James Cook: 19 carries, 71 yards

Keon Coleman: 4 receptions, 51 yards

Buffalo Bills Week 2 Review – vs. Miami Dolphins

The Buffalo Bills secured a 31-10 win against the Miami Dolphins in Week 2, improving their record to 2-0. Josh Allen completed 13 of 19 passes for 139 yards and a touchdown, while James Cook dominated the ground game with 78 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries. Defensively, Ja’Marcus Ingram stood out with two interceptions, returning them for 56 yards. The Bills’ defense held Miami to just 10 points, despite the Dolphins managing 351 total yards.

Buffalo controlled the game with efficient scoring, complemented by kicker Tyler Bass, who contributed 7 points with a 43-yard field goal and four extra points.

Looking ahead to Week 3, the Buffalo Bills will face the Jacksonville Jaguars, though they may be without key players like Terrel Bernard (pectoral injury), Taron Johnson (forearm injury), and Dawuane Smoot (toe injury), all listed as out. Additionally, Javon Solomon (DE) is doubtful, and Casey Toohill (DE) is questionable for the game.

Season Odds and Predictions

Oddsmakers have set the Bills’ win total at 10.5 games, with the under favored at -155. 

Despite facing a top-10 strength of schedule, Buffalo is projected as favorites in 11 games. The team’s odds to make the playoffs stand at -175, reflecting confidence in their postseason chances. 

However, a challenging early-season schedule, including four road games in their first six contests, could impact their division title aspirations. 

Given these factors and roster changes, a realistic prediction for the Bills’ 2024 season is a 10-7 record, with a strong likelihood of making the playoffs but facing an uphill battle to reach the Super Bowl.