The Star Lotulelei sweepstakes are suddenly over—prior to any real drama unfolding for the young defensive stud.

Adam Schefter of ESPN is reporting that the Buffalo Bills and the interior defensive line beast have agreed to a five-year deal that will be signed once free agency opens up on Wednesday.

Lotulelei, 28, is a five-year vet of the Carolina Panthers. He was taken 14th overall in the 2013 NFL Draft and has disappointed compared to that first-round status.

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In five seasons, Lotulelei hasn't qualified for one Pro Bowl and has tallied just 11.5 sacks. He's been a solid run-stuffer, but nothing's been produced equaling a mid-first-round selection.

The Bills move forward with a versatile 3-technique defensive lineman in the prime of his career.