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Former All-Pro Safety ‘Saw This Coming’ as Bills Cut Bait on CJ Gardner-Johnson

Buffalo's longtime defensive back said he knew Gardner-Johnson and the Bills weren't a good match before training camp at St. John Fisher University had even concluded this past summer.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 2:10 AM
Former All-Pro Safety ‘Saw This Coming’ as Bills Cut Bait on CJ Gardner-Johnson
Key Things to Know
  • Former Bills safety Jordan Poyer said he anticipated Buffalo releasing veteran defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
  • The Buffalo Bills released Gardner-Johnson ahead of Week 9 following communication and scheme fit issues.
  • Poyer noted on CBS Sports that Gardner-Johnson's style clashed with the team's defensive system during training camp.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Buffalo Bills All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer stated he was not surprised by the team's decision to release veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson ahead of Week 9. Appearing on CBS Sports' Just Football, Poyer explained that he foresaw issues dating back to summer training camp, citing Gardner-Johnson livestreaming and an apparent disconnect in on-field communication and scheme fit alongside young safety Cole Bishop.

The Buffalo Bills moved on from Gardner-Johnson under head coach Joe Brady and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard as they head into the second half of the season. General manager Brandon Beane now faces the decision of whether to rely on current roster options or acquire a new safety before the upcoming November 10 trade deadline.

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