# Greg Dortch roster moves with Buffalo Bills

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greg-dortch-roster-moves-with-buffalo-bills
> Updated: 2026-09-12T20:18:26.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Wide receiver and return specialist Greg Dortch joined the Buffalo Bills practice squad after being released by the Detroit Lions. Dortch, who noted the release “kind of caught me off guard,” was expected to provide depth and address struggles within the Bills’ special teams unit.

By Week 1, the Bills elevated Dortch from the practice squad for their season opener against the Houston Texans. He is expected to take over punt return duties, bringing professional experience to the role. Running back Frank Gore Jr. was also elevated to provide depth at his position.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Buffalo Bills elevate Greg Dortch and Frank Gore Jr. for Week 1

The Buffalo Bills are elevating wide receiver Greg Dortch and running back Frank Gore Jr. from the practice squad for their Week 1 game against the Houston Texans.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/buffalo-bills-elevate-greg-dortch-and-frank-gore-jr-for-week-1

### 2026-09-01: Greg Dortch joins Buffalo Bills practice squad after Lions release

Wide receiver Greg Dortch has joined the Buffalo Bills' practice squad following a surprise release from the Detroit Lions during final roster cuts.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greg-dortch-joins-buffalo-bills-practice-squad-after-lions-release

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