A Dominant 5-Star NCAA Defensive Tackle Is Drawing Heavy NFL Attention – But He’s Made His Wish Clear: “If I Get Drafted, I Only Want to Go to the Bills”

A powerhouse in the NCAA trenches is starting to steal the spotlight. A defensive tackle built like a wrecking ball — explosive off the snap, disciplined, and relentless — is emerging as one of the most coveted prospects in all of college football. But while several NFL franchises are already circling, one message from him has set social media ablaze: if he makes it to the NFL, he only wants to play for the Buffalo Bills.

Standing at 6’3” (191 cm) and 310 pounds (141 kg), with elite body composition — including 240 pounds of lean muscle, a 490-pound bench press, and 34 reps of 225 lbs — he’s the definition of a “freak athlete.” Currently starring for the Clemson Tigers in the ACC, he’s a former No.1-ranked 5-star defensive tackle recruit from Alabaster, Alabama. After earning Freshman All-American honors in 2023, the junior standout is again turning heads in 2025, showing why scouts call him a “franchise-building defensive cornerstone.”

According to data from ESPN, PFF, and Sports-Reference through Week 10, Woods has shown flashes of dominance even in a system that limits his pass-rush chances. In eight games, he’s posted around 20–25 total tackles (3 solo), 7.5 tackles for loss, and maintained a PFF overall grade of 79.4, excelling in run defense with elite leverage and power. While his sack total sits at 0.0 this season, his disruption rate remains high, consistently collapsing pockets and resetting the line of scrimmage. Scouts still praise his explosiveness and gap control, calling him “scheme-proof” and “a tone-setter every snap.”

The Buffalo Bills, after years of offensive focus, are now looking to rebuild the heart of their defense. With Ed Oliver entering his seventh season and the defensive front beginning to age, Buffalo’s front office is prioritizing long-term strength and youth in the trenches. And when asked about where he sees himself at the next level, the young star’s words resonated deeply:

“I’ve watched how that defense plays — tough, physical, and proud. I don’t just want to be in the league; I want to be part of something that stands for effort and heart. If I get drafted, I only want to go to the Bills.”

That statement went viral overnight, with Bills Mafia immediately rallying behind him as “the future of Buffalo’s wall.” Analysts agree he fits the identity Buffalo has built — strong, resilient, and relentless.

His name — Peter Woods, the 5-star defensive tackle of the Clemson Tigers, is projected as a Top-10 overall prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft, ranked No.2 among DTs nationwide. With rare athleticism, power, and leadership, Woods isn’t just chasing a draft slot — he’s chasing a legacy, ready to anchor a defense that mirrors his own identity: fearless, physical, and built to last in Buffalo.