Buffalo Bills to Sign Dee Alford to 3-Year Deal Worth Up to $21 Million Free agent cornerback Dee Alford is set to join the Buffalo Bills on a three-year contract with a total value of up to $21 million, according to a source shared with ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The agreement includes $10.12 million in guaranteed money, the source revealed. Alford, 28, is entering his second season in the NFL after a standout 2025 campaign with the Atlanta Falcons. Alford’s 2025 season marked a significant rebound from his previous role as the Falcons’ nickel corner, where he initially lost his starting position to rookie Billy Bowman Jr. during training camp. However, he quickly became a key contributor, stepping in for both starting outside corners, A.J. Terrell Jr. and Mike Hughes, when they were sidelined by injuries. Alford also took over for Bowman late in the season after the rookie suffered an Achilles tear. His versatility allowed him to thrive in multiple roles, ultimately leading to a breakout year. In 2025, Alford recorded career highs in interceptions (three), passes defended (13), and sacks (two), along with a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. His performance earned him seven starts in the revamped defensive scheme implemented by new defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich. This marked a significant step up from his 2023 season, when he started 11 games as the Falcons’ regular nickel corner. Despite posting no interceptions that year, he tallied 11 passes defended. Over his four NFL seasons, Alford has started 23 games. Alford’s journey to the NFL began with a brief stint in the CFL, where he played two seasons with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He became a key player during their 2021 Grey Cup-winning season.#buffalo_bills #atlanta_falcons #dee_alford #winnipeg_blue_bombers #jeff_ulbrich
