Three Things to Know About Javon Solomon, a fifth-round edge rusher for….

In the 2024 NFL Draft, the Buffalo Bills selected Troy’s Javon Solomon with the 168th overall pick, adding depth to their defensive line. What you need know about the pick is as follows.

The Buffalo Bills gambled late in the fifth round on a really effective edge rusher who was a little undersized.

Troy’s Javon Solomon, selected with the 168th overall pick, will have an opportunity to establish himself in a rotation that already includes seasoned pass rushers Von Miller and AJ Epenesa, as well as Greg Rousseau. The 23-year-old rookie Solomon, who stands 6-foot-1, has a wealth of collegiate experience.

King Sack

Solomon left Troy having amassed the most career sacks (33.0) in the Division I FBS program’s history, breaking the records held by former Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora and Gold Jacket owner DeMarcus Ware. In 2023, he led all DI FBS players in sacks with 16.0.

Hey, I’m familiar with him!

The New York Jets selected Solomon’s former high school teammate on Saturday. Jalen Key, an Alabama safety selected with the 257th overall pick, was dubbed Mr. Irrelevant 2024. Solomon and Key were both athletes at Godby High School in Tallahassee, Florida.

Experience with Multiple Sports

Solomon was the Godby Football Team MVP and also competed in wrestling in high school. It’s no secret that Sean McDermott, head coach of the Bills and a passionate former wrestler, has a soft spot for defenders with a wrestling heritage.