The Buffalo Bills have made it clear over the years: protecting Josh Allen is a top priority. And that commitment is paying off.
With bookend tackles Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown holding down the edges, Buffalo’s offensive line has quietly become one of the most reliable units in the league. While offensive line play doesn’t generate the kind of flashy stats that light up fantasy scoreboards-no catches, no yards, no touchdowns-it’s often the foundation of everything that does.
So how do we measure it? That’s where Pro Football Focus steps in.
Their detailed grading system gives us a clearer picture of how each NFL offensive line is performing week to week. And heading into Week 16, the Bills are sitting pretty.
PFF ranks Buffalo’s O-line at No. 4 in the league, up one spot from the previous week. That’s elite company, and it reflects the consistency and physicality this group has brought to the table all season. Whether it’s pass protection for Allen or opening up lanes in the run game, the Bills’ front five have been getting it done.
Here’s how the rest of the league stacks up:
Bottom Tier (32-21):
At the bottom, the Las Vegas Raiders now hold the 32nd spot, slipping one place.
The Cleveland Browns follow at 31, also down a spot, while the Chargers move up two to 30. The Cardinals (29), Dolphins (28), and Packers (27) all take a tumble, with Green Bay dropping five spots.
Dallas comes in at 26, sliding three places, while the Saints and Titans each climb four spots to 25 and 24, respectively. The Jets (23) and Chiefs (22) continue their slide, while the Bengals (21) also drop two spots.
Middle of the Pack (20-11):
The Texans (20) drop three spots, while the Vikings (19) move up two.
Carolina holds steady at 18, and the Jaguars make a notable jump of six spots to 17. Tampa Bay stays locked in at 16, while Detroit (15) and Atlanta (14) both fall three spots.
The Patriots edge up one to 13, and the Ravens climb three spots to 12. The Eagles round out this group at 11, down two spots.
Top 10 Offensive Lines:
Seattle moves up three spots to crack the top 10 at No. 10, followed by the Giants (9), who rise one spot.
Pittsburgh (8) and Washington (7) remain steady, while the Colts dip two places to 6. San Francisco climbs into the top five at No. 5, just ahead of Buffalo at No.
- The Bears hold strong at No. 3, with the Rams at No. 2 and the Denver Broncos maintaining their position at the top of the list.
For the Bills, this ranking is more than just a number-it’s a reflection of the trust they’ve built in the trenches. This line has given Allen the time he needs to make plays and has helped steady the offense when the going gets tough. And with playoff football looming, having a top-tier offensive line could be the difference between a deep run and an early exit.
If the Bills’ front five keeps playing like this, they won’t just be protecting their quarterback-they’ll be protecting Buffalo’s postseason hopes.