Fifth-round draft pick Javon Solomon brings a history of pass rushing prowess to Buffalo Bills' rookie minicamp.
' rookie edge rusher Javon Solomon. The fifth-round draft pick has been an effective pass rusher despite not fitting a certain prototype.
The 6-foot-1, 246-pound edge rusher is an inch or two shorter than Huff, who received a fat free-agent contract from Philadelphia after leading the New York Jets in sacks last season. Solomon mastered the art of pressuring the passer during his collegiate career at Troy, a program that has produced NFL greats DeMarcus Ware and Osi Umenyiora. He surpassed both men on the way to Troy's career DI FBS sacks record.No. 168 overall pick
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