Buffalo Bills' defensive star to have his biggest test of the season

The Buffalo Bills (9-3) are leading the entire AFC at the moment, going into their rematch with the rival New York Jets (7-5). First time around, the Jets ran all over the Bills by way of RBs Michael Carter and James Robinson. Even Von Miller wasn't able to factor into this game as the Jets […]

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The Buffalo Bills (9-3) are leading the entire AFC at the moment, going into their rematch with the rival New York Jets (7-5).

First time around, the Jets ran all over the Bills by way of RBs Michael Carter and James Robinson. Even Von Miller wasn't able to factor into this game as the Jets only needed to pass 25 times, registering one sack on QB Zach Wilson and two tackles.

This time, plenty of differences.

Bills edge rusher Von Miller is out for the year, Zach Wilson is out as quarterback and the running game won't be the heavy objective on the Jets offense.

The matchup to watch will be when Offensive Rookie of the Year favorite, WR Garrett Wilson, faces off against All-Pro CB Tre'Davious White in his third game back from injury.

In his first two games back, White has played a total of 49 combined snaps. If the Jets offense were more focused on the run, White wouldn't be as needed.

However, the replacement of Zach Wilson with QB Mike White has yielded the Jets two-game passing stretch all season. Throwing for 942 yards since taking over. 13 catches, 257 yards and two touchdowns belonging to Garrett Wilson himself.

White has allowed 21 passing yards in his short return in coverage this season. Even with players like Taron Johnson, Kiiar Elam and Dane Jackson available, the Bills would rather their best corner follow the Jets best receiver.

Assuming he continues his current progression, the Buffalo Bills are likely going to give an increased role to White. Buffalo is only a game ahead of Miami and has suffered two division losses on the season.

As close as the standings are, White will need to not only cover New York's best playmaker, but he'll need to play more like himself. Otherwise, the Bills fourth loss could be what takes the division and number one seed away.

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