INDIANAPOLIS — The 2025 NFL Combine wraps up Sunday afternoon as over 300 prospects finish their interviews, medical evaluations and on-field workouts.
Prior to their on-field drills at Lucas Oil Stadium, these prospects met with national and local media to share more about their journeys to the NFL and what it would be like to play at the next level.
Here’s what several prospects said about why they would want to play for Buffalo.
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Johnson, one of the top ranked corners in this year’s class and a national champion with Michigan, shared that he interviewed with the Bills during the combine.
Johnson’s uncle, Demeris Johnson, is a local pastor in the Buffalo area and is someone who has had an impact on the life of the likely first round selection.
“Still being there from Buffalo. He’s a pastor, so helping me and my Christianity and staying strong on my faith. He’s been one of my best trainers, too. So he and my dad are key roles in my life,” Johnson said.
Johnson was a first team All-American in 2023 and the CFP National Championship Game Defensive MVP.
Azareye’h Thomas — CB, Florida State
Thomas spent all three of his collegiate seasons at FSU and started every game during his junior year. He recorded 53 total tackles, four pass breakups and one interception en route to an honorable mention for All-ACC in 2024.
His sophomore season, Thomas overlapped with several teammates who would go on to be drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft, including Bills WR Keon Coleman. Thomas praised Coleman, along with WR Johnny Wilson (sixth round selection by the Eagles) for helping him grow as a defender.
“I thank the Lord every day that he sent me, not only Keon, but Johnny, all those guys,” Thomas said. “I wouldn’t be here without them guys right now, pushing me each and every day, competing, coming in as a freshman, getting thrown into the fire early.”
Thomas said he would love to play with any of his former teammates, including Coleman.
“It’d be a blessing to play with any of my brothers,” the corner said.