Buffalo Bills position preview: Who secures starting safety role?

The Buffalo Bills' safety group enters training camp with Taylor Rapp firmly established as a starter. Entering his seventh season, Rapp is comfortable in his role but emphasizes continuous growth. He has also taken on a leadership and mentorship role, particularly helping younger players like second-year safety Cole Bishop adapt to the Bills' system.

The Bills largely maintained their safety room this offseason. The group consists of six players: Rapp, Bishop, Damar Hamlin, Darrick Forrest, Wande Owens, and hybrid players Cam Lewis and Jordan Hancock (who also play cornerback).

A key storyline is the position battle for the starting spot opposite Rapp. Damar Hamlin, who started last season after Bishop suffered a shoulder injury in training camp, was re-signed to a one-year deal. Hamlin brings experience and aims to mentor younger players. The main competition is between Hamlin and Cole Bishop, the Bills' second-round pick from last year. The team expects Bishop to make a significant jump in his second season, and while he is considered the favorite to win the starting job, the outcome will be determined over the coming weeks of camp.