Bills’ CJ Gardner-Johnson suffers concerning injury at training camp

Buffalo Bills fans watched anxiously during Saturday’s training camp when veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson went down with a worrying lower-body injury.

Gardner-Johnson suffered the injury during 11-on-11 drills, ESPN Bills reporter Alaina Getzenberg said. Athletic trainers checked his right foot, then helped him off the field. His teammates gathered around to wish him well as trainers took him to the team’s medical tent.

Soon after, Getzenberg shared another update that added to the worry. Gardner-Johnson remained in the medical tent and could not put much weight on his injured foot. The injury occurred without contact, raising immediate questions about its seriousness. Buffalo’s secondary lost one of its key offseason additions during the session.

Gardner-Johnson joined the Bills this offseason and is expected to play a big part in Buffalo’s new-look defense under coordinator Jim Leonhard. He brings physical play, versatility, and leadership. Many see him as an important piece of the Bills’ defensive backfield for the 2026 season.

After practice, Bills general manager Brandon Beane said Gardner-Johnson will have an MRI to determine the injury’s severity. No official diagnosis has been released. However, offensive lineman Dion Dawkins later said coaches told him Gardner-Johnson was “OK,” giving fans some hope after the scare.

Now, the Bills await more test results. They hope one of their top offseason signings has avoided a major setback just weeks before the regular season.

Bills fans and coaches will carefully monitor Gardner-Johnson’s injury status over the next several days. His presence is important to Buffalo’s defense. If he misses significant time, the team may need to adjust its plans as it prepares for a highly anticipated season. With hopes high for a deep playoff run, the Bills are counting on Gardner-Johnson’s experience and game-changing ability to make a difference when he returns to the field.

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