There are players across the NFL who could use a change of scenery, and that’s certainly the case in the AFC East, where a pair of big-name pass rushers may need fresh starts.
AFC East Players Who Could Use a Change of Scenery
Buffalo Bills: Von Miller, EDGE
Few contracts in history have blown up in the team’s face quite like Von Miller’s with the Buffalo Bills.
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Miller was a complete non-factor in eight games last season for the Bills and could probably use a new team to try and capture another championship.
Miami Dolphins: Jeff Wilson Jr., RB
When given the opportunity, Jeff Wilson Jr. has been pretty good throughout his NFL career. The problem? He’s currently buried on the Miami Dolphins running back depth chart.
Wilson could benefit from a move to a team that needs a player averaging over 4.5 yards per carry through his career.
New England Patriots: Matthew Judon, EDGE
Much like the Minnesota Vikings, the New England Patriots aren’t going anywhere this year with Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback. That means some of their aging stars, like Matthew Judon, would be better off traded to contending teams for additional draft picks to expedite the rebuild going on in Foxboro.
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With this in mind, Judon could eventually get a change of scenery — something he’s deserving of after a distinguished first eight seasons.
New York Jets: Allen Lazard, WR
When the New York Jets signed Allen Lazard to a four-year contract in free agency last year, they hoped he could be the kind of quality second option behind Garrett Wilson they were searching for.
To say that blew up in the Jets’ faces would be an understatement.
In 2023, Lazard struggled with drops, separation, and basic competency in New York and appears to be a borderline reserve player for 2024. He could truly benefit from a change of scenery if things don’t work out in training camp.