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Buffalo Bills: Players to watch against Carolina Panthers

By Brandon Croce

FOXBOROUGH, MA - DECEMBER 23: LeSean McCoy #25 of the Buffalo Bills runs with the ball during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on December 23, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MA - DECEMBER 23: LeSean McCoy #25 of the Buffalo Bills runs with the ball during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on December 23, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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PITTSBURGH, PA – NOVEMBER 08: Captain Munnerlyn #41 of the Carolina Panthers breaks up a pass intended for JuJu Smith-Schuster #19 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter in the game at Heinz Field on November 8, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PA – NOVEMBER 08: Captain Munnerlyn #41 of the Carolina Panthers breaks up a pass intended for JuJu Smith-Schuster #19 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter in the game at Heinz Field on November 8, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) /

Captain Munnerlyn

The Bills placed E.J. Gaines on injured reserve last week and the coaching staff elected to bring in a familiar face with the signing of Captain Munnerlyn. The former Carolina Panther knows Sean McDermott’s defense well playing in it from 2011 to 2013. He had some of his best years of his career during this time frame with four interceptions and four defensive touchdowns.

At 31 years of age Munnerlyn likely can’t be expected to play extensive snaps but as a veteran leader who knows the defense, he could be a perfect fit. The veteran corner has played primarily as a nickel so his experience could help younger players like Taron Johnson and Sirian Neal learn the position.

However, the experience won’t be enough to warrant a roster spot and Munnerlyn must show that he can still perform if his number is called. If he plays well enough over the next few games, he could find his way onto the 53-man roster.

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