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Managing Personnel Gaps and Defensive Adjustments
The potential absence of Dee Alford presents a significant tactical challenge for the Bills, particularly as they are already set to be without safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who is serving a one-game suspension following an incident in Week 6. When Alford previously missed time, the team utilized safety Damar Hamlin in the nickel role, but Brady noted that the current situation requires a more flexible approach given the specific threats posed by the Ravens' offense.
With Baltimore receiver Zay Flowers frequently operating from the slot, the Bills are considering various defensive configurations. Coach Brady highlighted that the team has experimented with different personnel groupings throughout the season. Options include shifting primary cornerback Christian Benford into the slot—a tactic used recently to shadow tight end Brock Bowers—or moving outside cornerbacks like Maxwell Hairston inside to handle coverage duties.
On the offensive side, Spencer Brown’s status remains a focal point after he missed all practices this week. Brown, who previously played through back discomfort against the Las Vegas Raiders, acknowledged that the subsequent bye week allowed the lingering injury to flare up, though he remains optimistic about his availability. Meanwhile, DJ Moore has been a participant in practice while wearing a non-contact jersey, marking his first potential return since Week 4. The team is also monitoring tight end Dalton Kincaid, who has been limited to non-contact work, and defensive lineman Greg Gaines, who emerged on the injury report following Friday’s session.
