<p>ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills re-signed backup linebacker Andre Smith to a two-year contract on Saturday.</p>
<p>Smith was eligible to become a restricted free agent after completing his first season with Buffalo. He was used mostly in special team roles in appearing in 12 games.</p>
<p>Smith is a third-year player, and spent his first two seasons with the Carolina Panthers.</p>
<p>The Panthers selected Smith in the seventh round of the 2018 draft out of North Carolina.</p>
<p>The Bills’ depth at linebacker will take a hit this offseason with starter Matt Milano preparing to test free agency once the NFL’s signing period opens on March 17. </p>
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