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Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Wednesday that the team expects Willis to depart in free agency and land with a team that, at minimum, will allow him to compete for a starting job, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Willis will become an unrestricted free agent in March due to the expiration of his rookie contract. Given how well he played in relief of Jordan Love across his two seasons with the Packers, all expectations are that the 2022 third-round pick will be highly sought by quarterback-needy teams. Across 11 combined regular-season appearances between 2024 and 2025, Willis completed 70 of 89 pass attempts (78 percent) for 972 yards, six touchdowns and zero interceptions. He also rushed 42 times for 261 yards and another three scores. Despite Willis' success and development in coach Matt LaFleur's offense, he will likely pursue greater opportunities with another franchise. As such, Willis stands as a high-upside, under-the-radar trade target, specially in dynasty fantasy formats and those that allow multiple starting quarterbacks.

Surratt (ankle) was activated from IR on Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Surratt had missed the Seahawks' last eight games due to an ankle injury, but it now appears he's got a chance to return for a Super Bowl LX matchup against the Patriots. The North Carolina product was a key special-teams contributor for Seattle this season, recording 11 total tackles across 11 appearances. He's likely to play a similar role if he's active for Sunday's contest.

Kight (knee) was placed on IR on Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

The rookie offensive lineman from UCF joined Seattle's active roster late in the season with both Charles Cross and Josh Jones dealing with injuries. However, Kight won't be able to suit up for a Super Bowl LX matchup against the Patriots. Expect Jones and Mason Richman to operate as the Seahawks' top reserve tackles.

Oliver (knee) tallied 12 total tackles (10 solo), including 3.0 sacks, and one forced fumble across three regular-season appearances in 2025.

The 2019 first-round pick from Houston appeared in just three regular-season contests this season due to a biceps injury, but he was incredibly impactful when healthy. Oliver recorded 1.0 sacks in each of his three appearances, finishing the season tied for the fourth-most sacks on the Bills defense. He returned for the divisional-round loss to the Broncos but exited after just 16 defensive snaps due to a knee injury. If Oliver is healthy for the beginning of the 2026 season, he's expected to start as one of the NFL's best interior defensive linemen.

Hairston (ankle) tallied 18 total tackles (14 solo) and five passes defensed, including two interceptions, over 11 regular-season games in 2025.

Hairston, a 2025 first-round pick from Kentucky, missed eight games (including playoffs) during his rookie campaign due to knee, ankle and head injuries. Despite this, the 22-year-old was productive when healthy, tying for second on the team in interceptions while ranking third in passes defensed. Additionally, Hairston tied for the third-most interceptions among rookie defenders. He's expected to start as one of Buffalo's top boundary corners ahead of the 2026 season.

Jones recorded 22 total tackles (11 solo), including 3.0 sacks, two passes defensed, including one interception, and one forced fumble across 12 regular-season games in 2025.

The 34-year-old from Penn State was the Bills' most productive interior pass rusher this season, tallying his highest sack total since his 2017 campaign with the Titans. Additionally, Jones nabbed the first interception of his career in the Week 16 win over the Browns. Set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, the veteran will likely find work elsewhere ahead of the 2026 season following the emergence of 2025 fourth-round pick Deone Walker, who operated as the Bills' top interior defensive lineman for most of this season.

Epenesa tallied 32 total tackles (17 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and four passes defensed, including two interceptions, over 16 regular-season games in 2025.

The Iowa product saw declines in several statistical categories compared to last season, recording fewer total tackles (39 to 32), sacks (6.0 to 2.5) and forced fumbles (two to zero) while playing significantly less defensive snaps (583 to 434). Despite the reduced workload, he remained an effective rotational edge defender and tied his career high in interceptions. Set to hit unrestricted free agency this offseason, Epenesa will likely explore other opportunities after his role dimished in 2025. He could draw interest from teams in need of a starting-caliber edge rusher ahead of the 2026 season.

Bosa recorded 29 total tackles (17 solo), including 5.0 sacks, five forced fumbles and two passes defensed across 15 regular-season games in 2025.

The 30-year-old defensive end from Ohio State was one of the Bills' best defenders during his first season in Buffalo, leading the team with nine tackles for loss while ranking second in sacks. Bosa also paced the NFL with a whopping five forced fumbles, including four over the first four games of the regular season. Having signed a one-year deal with the Bills last offseason, he's now set to hit unrestricted free agency. Expect Bosa to draw interest from teams seeking edge-rush help ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Walker logged 39 total tackles (17 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and four passes defensed across 17 regular-season games in 2025.

The 2025 fourth-round pick from Kentucky was thrust into action immediately, starting 16 regular-season contests during his rookie campaign. Walker was the Bills' most productive interior defensive lineman, finishing second on the team in tackles for loss (eight) and tying for fourth in passes defensed. The 21-year-old showed up when it mattered most during Buffalo's two playoff games, recording six total tackles and two passes defensed, including an interception of Bo Nix during the divisional-round loss. Walker is expected to remain an integral portion of the Bills' defensive front for years to come.

Lewis recorded 43 total tackles (33 solo), four passes defensed and two forced fumbles across 17 regular-season games in 2025.

After starting six games and playing 569 defensive snaps during the Bills' 2024 campaign, Lewis started just four contests and logged 370 defensive snaps this regular season. Despite this, the Buffalo product remained a key contributor, tying for the fourth-most passes defensed while playing 222 special-teams snaps. Set to hit unrestricted free agency this offseason, Lewis will likely draw interest from teams in need of secondary depth ahead of the 2026 season.