The rebuilding effort begins in earnest in 2016 for Lance Leipold, who must replace senior starters at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, tight end, and multiple spots on the offensive line in his second year running the show in Amherst, New York. Buffalo returns large chunks of their successful defense from a year ago, but will need to find its stride quickly on offense to make a bowl game after consecutive five-win seasons.
QB Tyree Jackson, R-Fr
Jackson may not end up starting this year in favor of Iowa State graduate transfer Grant Rohach, but his presence will loom large over UB's season.