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Buffalo Bills release safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson

Overview

Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was issued a one-game suspension without pay by the NFL following a Week 6 incident against the Las Vegas Raiders. During a verbal exchange, Gardner-Johnson was ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct after appearing to spit toward Raiders players Brock Bowers and Tyler Linderbaum.

Gardner-Johnson issued a social media apology, stating, “The gesture I made toward my opponent was inappropriate, unnecessary, and not a reflection of the respect I have for him or this game.” While the Bills initially indicated they had no plans to release the veteran, the team subsequently released Gardner-Johnson following the completion of his suspension.

Reports indicate that Gardner-Johnson’s inconsistent on-field performance was the primary driver for the decision. During his six games with Buffalo, he recorded 26 tackles, two pass breakups, and one interception, though he reportedly struggled with coverage and tackling efficiency. Gardner-Johnson, who signed a one-year deal worth up to $6 million in the offseason, becomes a free agent.

Entities

Brock Bowers · C.J. Gardner-Johnson · Buffalo Bills · Las Vegas Raiders · NFL

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Buffalo Bills release safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson

    The Buffalo Bills have released safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson following a one-game suspension for spitting at a Raiders player and reports of inconsistent on-field performance.

  2. [SPORTS] 26 sources
    C.J. Gardner-Johnson suspended by NFL for spitting at Raiders players

    NFL has suspended Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson for one game after he was ejected for spitting toward Las Vegas Raiders players during their Week 6 game.

Sources

amfoo.de · bleacherreport.com · buffalorumblings.com · dose.ca · heavy.com · nbcsports.com · newsday.com · nypost.com · si.com · sportal.co.nz

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