Bills release former Bears CB C.J. Gardner-Johnson

The Buffalo Bills released defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Tuesday following a one-game suspension for spitting toward Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. Prior to the disciplinary action, Gardner-Johnson had started all six games of the season at safety for Buffalo.

Gardner-Johnson spent the previous season with the Chicago Bears, where he recorded two interceptions and three sacks across 10 appearances. Buffalo chose to move on despite his previous starting role, while the Bears currently rely on slot cornerback Kyler Gordon.