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C.J. Gardner-Johnson reportedly released by Bills

In some former Philadelphia Eagles player news, the Buffalo Bills are releasing Super Bowl LIX champion C.J. Gardner-Johnson. This much according to a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Here’s the reaction from our associates over at Buffalo Rumblings: Another…

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 9:41 PM
C.J. Gardner-Johnson reportedly released by Bills
Key Things to Know
  • The Buffalo Bills have officially released veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
  • Gardner-Johnson was recently issued a one-game suspension for spitting toward Raiders tight end Brock Bowers.
  • Entering Week 9, Gardner-Johnson posted a league-worst 25.7% missed tackle rate among qualifying safeties.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Buffalo Bills have officially released safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson following a one-game suspension for spitting toward Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. NFL insider Jordan Schultz initially reported the roster move, which the team later confirmed.

Beyond his disciplinary issues, Gardner-Johnson recorded a 25.7% missed tackle rate entering Week 9, the highest in the NFL among qualifying safeties. He joined the Bills via free agency after prior stints with Baltimore and Chicago.

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