# Buffalo Bills roster and injury developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/buffalo-bills-roster-and-injury-developments
> Updated: 2026-08-25T12:50:42.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Buffalo Bills are navigating injuries and roster competitions as they prepare for the upcoming season. In mid-August, the team faced challenges on the offensive line after starting center Connor McGovern sustained a lower-body injury, which is expected to keep him sidelined until September. During this period, veteran Lloyd Cushenberry III stepped in to fill the role, earning praise from quarterback Josh Allen. 

By late August, the team began finalizing key positions. Alec Anderson, an undrafted player from UCLA, secured the starting left guard position after winning a competition against veteran Austin Corbett; Anderson subsequently signed a one-year, $2.5 million contract extension. 

Simultaneously, a competition emerged for the edge rusher position. Reports indicate that fifth-round draft pick Javon Solomon is favored to secure a final roster spot over veteran Mike Danna.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: Buffalo Bills settle key roster battles for guard and edge rusher

The Buffalo Bills have reportedly settled their starting left guard competition with Anderson winning the spot, while rookie Javon Solomon is favored to beat veteran Mike Danna for an edge rusher position.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/buffalo-bills-settle-key-roster-battles-for-guard-and-edge-rusher

### 2026-08-15: Buffalo Bills offensive line faces injury and competition updates

The Buffalo Bills face offensive line adjustments as center Connor McGovern sidelined by injury, while Lloyd Cushenberry III and Alec Anderson compete for key roles.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/buffalo-bills-offensive-line-faces-injury-and-competition-updates

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