‘Among the slew of cuts were Hardy, receivers K.J. Hamler and training camp darling Tyrell Shavers, tight end Zach Davidson, guard/tackle La’el Collins, pass rusher Kingsley Jonathan, and veteran safety Kareem Jackson.’
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Bills’ Joe Andreessen makes initial 53-man roster
‘Andreessen finished third in the NFL in total tackles (24) during the preseason and busted onto the scene with a Week 2 showing against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Andreessen finished that game with a game-high 12 tackles and two tackles for a loss in Buffalo’s 9-3 victory.’
Bills make rare in-division trade with Jets for dynamic preseason return man
‘Codrington had two kick returns for 75 yards but stood out most as a punt returner where he had six returns for 83 yards. Codrington finished the preseason with the third-most punt return yardage in the league. Part of Codrington’s success was due to his versatility. He finished the preseason with 15 missed tackles on his returns.’
Bills sign former Jets, Dolphins QB to practice squad with Mitch Trubisky’s status unclear
‘Mike White’s journey through the AFC East is going to continue.’
Bills release several players on cutdown day, keep Andreessen & others, place Milano on IR
‘Shavers was in the conversation for a depth role in Buffalo’s WR room after an impressive training camp. However, the former undrafted free agent was let go and will need to clear waivers in order for the Bills to bring him back on their practice squad.’
Lancaster's Joe Andreessen survives final cuts, makes Bills' initial 53-man roster
‘There were a few eyebrow-raising moves, like trading swapping 2026 late-round picks with the New York Jets to add rookie cornerback and return specialist Brandon Codrington, a North Carolina Central product who had a 63-yard kick return and a 31-yard punt return during the preseason. That led to the Bills waiving sixth-round pick Daequan Hardy, who had been the team’s top returner during the preseason.’
Wednesday's New York Coverage
Jets trade rookie Brandon Codrington to Bills in rare division trade after solid preseason (New York Post)
New York Jets trade undrafted preseason standout to AFC East rival (The Sporting News)
Jets trade weapon from roster bubble to rival (Newark Star Ledger)
Jets Acquire 2026 6th-Round Pick from Bills in Exchange for CB Brandon Codrington (NewYorkJets.com)
Ex-Jets quarterback Mike White signs with Bills practice squad after Dolphins cut
‘White lost out on the Miami backup quarterback role to Skylar Thompson and was subsequently cut on Sunday before Tuesday’s 53-man deadline.’
Sources: Buffalo Bills sign QB Mike White to practice squad
‘As the Dolphins’ backup quarterback last season, the 29-year-old White played in six games, completing 5 of 6 passes for 74 yards, one touchdown and one interception.’
Bills Part Ways With RB Frank Gore Jr. Despite Impressive Preseason
‘Gore dazzled in preseason action, racking up 212 total yards and one rushing touchdown while averaging 5.7 yards per touch. He also finished as PFF’s highest-graded rookie running back in the preseason (84.3).’
Buffalo Bills Cut Olympic Gold Medalist, Former Professional Wrestler Gable Steveson
‘Obviously, the Bills must feel pretty good about the roster if they’re cutting a gold medalist in an Olympic year.’
Bills releasing fringe WRs should lead to trading for proven veteran
‘The Denver Broncos are reportedly set to move on from Tim Patrick, who hasn’t played in a regular season game since 2021 due to consecutive season-ending injuries. The Broncos are reportedly looking for trade partners, and Buffalo should be able to acquire the veteran for next to nothing.’
Did Gable Steveson play college football? Why Bills signed former WWE star and Olympic gold medalist
‘Steveson was aiming to do what so few have been able to accomplish — transition from one sport into professional football. Steveson has a background in wrestling, winning gold for the United States at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics before embarking on a career in the WWE.’
Bills solve kick returner problem by trading with AFC East rival
‘Hamler began the preseason listed as the team’s starting kick returner, but muffed a kick in the opener against the Chicago Bears.’
Joe Andreessen makes Bills 53-man roster: How 'Buffalo Joe' can improve
‘Andreessen had a phenomenal summer. He was voted to the NFL All-Preseason team this week, thanks to outstanding performance in the team’s three preseason games. All told he tallied 24 tackles, including a stellar 12-tackle game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.’