The Buffalo Bills have a rookie impressing everyone during 2026 NFL training camp. So much so, his NFL status was surprising for teammates to find out.
From his start in Rochester and continuing now back in Orchard Park, since he was selected in the fifth round of the 2026 draft by Buffalo, linebacker Kaleb Elarms-Orr has turned heads.
The rookie quickly proclaimed his desire to be a Day 1 starter with the Bills despite his mid-round draft status. His play on the field has reflected that same type of mentality. Elarms-Orr is an aggressive and direct defender that plays with an edge... a straight to the point player in more ways than one.
"I want it bad, I want to win," Elarms-Orr said. "I have very high expectations of myself."
Not only has Elarms-Orr
impressed onlookers, teammates feel the same way. The first-year pro had fellow rookie TJ Parker confused with a teammate because of his effort and demeanor.
"He's a quiet guy, I try to loosen him up around the facility, he's just super serious," offensive lineman Spencer Brown said.
If that attitude helps the Bills find a starting linebacker, the team will be thrilled.
For more from Elarms-Orr and his teammates, see the attached clip below:
Joe Brady on Bills rookie LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr: “I can’t get him to smile… I remember on his 30 visit he was pissed off the whole time… he is a physical guy” pic.twitter.com/7VWbrLmmjb
— alex brasky (@alexbrasky) August 7, 2026
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