Buffalo Bills: Top 5 Safeties in Franchise History

Aug 28, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints free safety Jairus Byrd (31) against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of a preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Ravens defeated the Saints 22-13. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 28, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints free safety Jairus Byrd (31) against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of a preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Ravens defeated the Saints 22-13. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 31, 1993; Pasadena, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Dallas Cowboys Buffalo Bills during Super Bowl XXVII at the Rose Bowl. The Cowboys defeated the Bills 52-17. Mandatory Credit: James D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

3) Henry Jones

It will come as no surprise to most loyal fans, to find Henry Jones included on this list. After all, we’re talking about a player who was named to the Bills’ 50th season anniversary all-time team.

Jones played all but two seasons of his professional career in Buffalo. His best year was undoubtedly 1992, when he tied for the NFL lead with eight interceptions.

The highlight of the former first round draft pick’s 1992 campaign was a game against the Indianapolis Colts, when he returned two interceptions for touchdowns. He went on to be voted to the Pro Bowl, while also being named All-Pro.

Jones would never scale those heights again, but still proved to be an invaluable member of the defense, as a regular starter during his 10 years in Buffalo. His four pick-sixes are the most in franchise history for a safety, and his five sacks are tied for the third-highest for a Bills defensive back.

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