Buffalo Bills free agents and cap cuts who might not be back in 2026 The Buffalo Bills face significant roster decisions as they navigate a crowded salary cap and a new defensive scheme under head coach Joe Brady. With the team over the salary cap and restructuring contracts, several key players may not return in 2026. Free agency begins March 11, and the 2026 salary cap is projected at $301.2 million, a $22 million increase from 2025. The Bills have already re-signed some players but are expected to cut others to align with their financial and strategic goals. Dawson Knox, the team’s tight end, is a notable candidate for release. Signed through 2026, Knox carries a $17.1 million cap hit, the fourth-highest on the roster. A pre-June 1 cut could save the Bills $9.7 million, while a post-June 1 designation would save $12 million. Knox acknowledged in January that his cap number is “huge” and that his future with the team is uncertain. Despite his 2025 performance—417 receiving yards, four touchdowns, and 36 receptions—he faces competition from younger players like Jackson Hawes and Keleki Latu. Connor McGovern, the center, is another unrestricted free agent. He shifted from guard to center in 2024 and made the Pro Bowl, starting 49 games over the past three seasons. His $16.3 million annual market value may make him difficult to retain, especially with guard David Edwards also in play. Edwards, projected at $19.9 million annually, has been a reliable starter but faces pressure to make room for younger talent. Curtis Samuel, the wide receiver, signed a $24 million contract in 2024 but struggled with injuries and limited playing time in 2025. He recorded just seven receptions for 81 yards and one touchdown, prompting the Bills to consider cutting him to save $6.1 million.#buffalo_bills #joe_brady #dawson_knox #connor_mcgovern #curts_samuel
Bills Agree to Acquire Bears WR DJ Moore, Sources Say The Buffalo Bills have reached an agreement to acquire Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore in a trade, according to sources close to the deal. The transaction involves the Bills sending a 2026 second-round draft pick to the Bears in exchange for Moore and a 2026 fifth-round selection. The trade is expected to be finalized once the new NFL league year begins next week. Moore, who turns 29 on April 14, will join the Bills as part of their efforts to bolster their wide receiver corps. The deal includes guaranteed portions of Moore’s contract, with the Bills committing to $15.5 million of his $23.5 million base salary for 2028. His 2026 salary, also $23.5 million, is fully guaranteed, and his 2027 base salary becomes fully guaranteed next week. Moore’s move to Buffalo comes after a season of fluctuating performance with the Bears. During his first year with Chicago in 2023, he had a career year, recording 1,364 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. However, his production dipped in subsequent seasons, partly due to changes in the Bears’ offense, playcallers, and quarterback. In 2024, he led the team with 98 catches for 966 yards, but his role diminished in 2025 as younger players like Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III emerged. The trade also marks a reunion between Moore and Bills head coach Joe Brady, who previously coached him with the Carolina Panthers in 2020 and 2021. Brady, now in his first season with Buffalo, will have the opportunity to implement his offensive strategies with Moore, a player known for his route-running and ability to make big plays. The Bills’ decision to acquire Moore reflects their need for consistency at the wide receiver position.#buffalo_bills #chicago_bears #dj_moore #joe_brady #josh_allen
Buffalo Bills Unlikely to Trade Keon Coleman Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft The Buffalo Bills are not currently considering trading wide receiver Keon Coleman, according to reports from NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. Despite the team’s active pursuit of high-profile trade targets, Coleman remains a key asset in their plans. General Manager Brandon Beane and head coach Joe Brady have both expressed confidence in Coleman’s potential, emphasizing their belief that the 2024 second-round pick will have his best season yet. Beane and Brady reportedly met with Coleman’s agent at the NFL Scouting Combine, reaffirming their commitment to the player and outlining a clear path for success in 2026. Coleman’s agent also met with Bills owner Terry Pegula, who praised the wideout’s character and dedication. Coleman’s 2025 season was marked by inconsistency, despite a strong start. Selected with the No. 33 overall pick in 2024, the 6’4”, 215-pound wideout caught 29 passes for 556 yards and four touchdowns in his rookie year. He followed that up with 38 receptions for 404 yards and four scores in 2025. However, his production dipped significantly after a Week 1 performance against the Baltimore Ravens, where he recorded eight catches for 112 yards and a touchdown in a 41-40 win. For the remainder of the season, Coleman managed just 30 catches for 292 yards, with only one game featuring more than three receptions. His struggles included several healthy scratches, raising concerns about his role in the offense. The Bills’ wide receiver corps faced criticism at the end of the 2025 season, which saw the team finish with a 12-4 record and lose to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Round.#buffalo_bills #joe_brady #brandon_beane #keon_coleman #terry_pegula
Bills GM Brandon Beane Optimistic About Keon Coleman's Future Under New Coaching Staff Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane expressed excitement about the potential for wide receiver Keon Coleman to thrive under the team’s revamped coaching staff, signaling a fresh start for the 22-year-old player. Coleman, the No. 33 overall pick in the 2024 draft, had a strong debut season with the Bills, recording eight catches for 112 yards and a touchdown in the team’s opening game against the Baltimore Ravens. However, his production dipped significantly in subsequent weeks, with multiple instances of him being left out of game plans. The situation took a turn during a January press conference following Sean McDermott’s dismissal, when team owner Terry Pegula suggested Coleman’s selection was influenced by the coaching staff rather than Beane. Beane later clarified that Coleman was his choice, but the comments sparked speculation about the player’s future. Now, with Joe Brady as head coach and a new coaching staff in place, Beane has reaffirmed his confidence in Coleman’s ability to grow. Beane highlighted the positive energy surrounding Coleman during NFL Network’s coverage of the Scouting Combine, noting that the new coaching staff—led by Brady and including wide receivers coach Drew Terrell and offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael—has embraced Coleman’s potential. “We got a new wide receiver coach, as well, Drew Terrell, that’s very excited,” Beane said. “Pete Carmichael’s our new OC. Pete, those guys, all watched him and they were like, man, I’m looking forward to working with him. I think there’s a new energy and it’s Year 3, and we’re gonna hit the full reset with Keon.” Beane emphasized Coleman’s dedication and accountability, citing his strong offseason and training camp as key factors in his development.#buffalo_bills #joe_brady #brandon_beane #keon_coleman #drew_terrell
