FILE - Buffalo Bills linebacker Joe Andreessen (44) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Davon Booth (29) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Aug. 22, 2026, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
October 03, 2026 - 10:30 AM
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills linebacker Joe Andreesen, aka “Buffalo Joe,” is staying in his hometown for a few more seasons after signing a two-year contract extension on Saturday.
The 26-year-old Andreesen is into his third season in Buffalo and has established himself as a key special teams player. He's had three starts in 33 career games and has become a fan favorite in part because he is from the Buffalo suburb of Lancaster.
Andreesen earned a roster spot as an undrafted free agent after splitting his college career at Bryant and Buffalo.
The Bills have opened the season 3-0 and host AFC East division rival New England (1-2) on Sunday.
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