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Bills' rookie appears unlikely to return anytime soon, increasing need for CB trade

After a strong start, Dorian Strong has had his rookie season derailed. The Buffalo Bills’ sixth-round cornerback has been out since Week 5 due to a neck injury, which caused him to be placed on Injured Reserve, pushing what began as a promising debut campaign off course.

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Promising Buffalo Bills' rookie placed on IR with troubling neck injury

The Buffalo Bills delivered some troubling news on Saturday afternoon, placing promising rookie Dorian Strong on Injured Reserve due to a neck injury. The extent of Strong’s injury is unclear at this time, but due to its nature, the news is worrisome for the 2025 sixth-round pick and the Bills.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 1

Bills' new DB continues to thrive, makes 2nd rookie team of the week

The Buffalo Bills may have found a hidden gem in rookie Dorian Strong. The sixth-round pick out of Virginia Tech has gotten into the Bills' lineup due to some injuries in the cornerback room.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 30

Trading for Seahawks' Riq Woolen one way Bills can upgrade CB2 spot

This past Sunday, the Buffalo Bills played cornerback Dorian Strong in place of Tre'Davious White sporadically throughout the win over the New Orleans Saints.

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Two Bills' rookies responsible for game-changing impact vs. Ravens

Entering Sunday’s Week 1 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, the Buffalo Bills were looking for a few rookies to step up and contribute in their first professional game.

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 5

Bobby Babich provides details on Bills' players who could replace Tre'Davious White

If Buffalo Bills' cornerback Tre’Davious White (groin) is to miss Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens, the top option to replace him remains unclear.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / August 7

Buffalo Bills' draft pick's lack of participation in practice somewhat mysterious

There is a bit of mystery surrounding Buffalo Bills rookie cornerback Dorian Strong at practice on Thursday. Strong was not listed among the injured when head coach Sean McDermott talked to the media before practice, yet he was not dressed for the team's latest session of training camp.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / July 18

Bills sign second-round DT T.J. Sanders, complete draft-class deals

Like many other teams around the NFL, the Bills have their entire draft class on the books. Second-rounder T.J. Sanders has signed his rookie deal. Sanders’ four-year pact is worth $10.65MM, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter notes $10.07MM of that figure is guaranteed.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 25

AFC Notes: Bills, Jets, Patriots Front Office Intrigue

Virginia Tech CB coach Derek Jones said Buffalo got a steal in the sixth round in CB Dorian Strong, who he said was one of the better players that he’s ever coached.

College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / May 12

Former Virginia Tech Stars Jaylin Lane And Dorian Strong Ink Their Rookie NFL Contracts

Two former Virginia Tech stars have officially inked their first NFL contracts. Wide receiver Jaylin Lane has signed with the Washington Commanders and cornerback Dorian Strong has signed with the Buffalo Bills.

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The Buffalo Bills focused heavily on defense during the 2025 NFL draft, with six of their nine selections going to that side of the ball. They kicked things off with Kentucky cornerback Maxwell Hairston in Round 1, then added four more defenders in row.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / April 26

Bills given graded evaluation for selecting third CB in NFL Draft

The Buffalo Bills wanted more depth for their secondary at the start of the NFL Draft's sixth round, and they got it by taking Virginia Tech cornerback Dorian Strong with the No.

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Dorian Strong might be overkill as Bills' third CB selected in 2025 NFL Draft

The Buffalo Bills used the 177th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft on Virginia Tech cornerback Dorian Strong. At this point in the draft, Strong could prove to be an absolute steal.

Bills use Round 6 pick for third CB in two days: Intel on Va Tech's Dorian Strong

Well, that was fun while it lasted. The Buffalo Bills went from five consecutive defensive selections to offense, for one pick, and back to defense again at the NFL Draft in Green Bay.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / April 9

2025 NFL Draft: Rams Land Star ACC Cornerback

The cornerback position is a massive need for the Rams and while the team is undecided on what they'll do with their first-round pick, who they select on day two of the 2025 NFL Draft will be just as important.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Dorian Strong, Virginia Tech

Dorian Strong was a highly productive cornerback at Virginia Tech. After five seasons with the Hokies, he has declared for the NFL Draft. Dorian Strong is a physically dominant cornerback whose scouting report shows impressive instincts and quality ball skills.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / March 25

Dorian Strong 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Virginia Tech Hokies CB

Height: 6005 (verified) Weight: 179lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Senior Pro Comparison: Cam Smith Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Dorian Strong projects as a developmental starter at the NFL level. Strong has good ball skills, length, and physicality to play a variety of different coverage roles on the perimeter.

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Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / February 28

NFL Combine Results- Virginia Tech Cornerback Dorian Strong

On day two of the NFL Combine, Hokie fans had all their eyes on cornerback Dorian Strong. Strong spent five years as a Hokie, twice being tagged with All-ACC Mentions.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / February 26

2025 NFL Draft: Superlatives For This Year's CB Class

With the 2025 NFL Draft approaching, I’ve started a superlatives series to preview each position group. This series will cover a wide range of prospects and highlight the players who stand out the most in specific categories.

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One Top Performer from Senior Bowl Week Giants Should Think About Adding

With the 2025 Senior Bowl in the books, the NFL’s 32 franchises are one step closer to deciding who will form the next 257 names to join the professional

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 27

2025 NFL Draft Notebook: Dorian Strong needs more love, where Tai Felton fits in at WR, and other draft nuggets

The All-Star circuit is officially underway with the East-West Shrine Bowl beginning practice. Before you know it, the 2025 NFL Draft class is going to be all everyone can talk about.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / December 23

Virginia Tech Football: Hokies CB Dorian Strong Declares for BFL Draft

One of the many NFL candidates on Virginia Tech’s defense has now finally declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Following Aeneas Peebles and Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Dorian Strong has also entered his name into the 2025 NFL Draft pool.

College Football News / Field Level Media / August 28, 2024

Experience on Virginia Tech's side in opener at Vanderbilt

Virginia Tech hopes to build on a strong finish to last season when it meets Vanderbilt on Saturday afternoon in Nashville, Tenn. The Hokies won five of their last seven games in 2023 to finish 7-6, with each of those victories coming by at least 17 points.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / August 16, 2024

Virginia Tech Cornerback Dorian Strong Lands in ACC Top 25 Players List

The ACC Digital Network has slowly been revealing the ACC Top 25, an annual list compiled by ACCDN which showcases some of the best players in the conference.