Bills news: How DJ Moore fits with Buffalo

Dec 19, 2021; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore (2) runs with the ball as Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (24) defends during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images The Buffalo Bills dealt away a second-round pick

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The Buffalo Bills dealt away a second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to acquire veteran wide receiver DJ Moore, hoping Moore will rediscover the form that saw him eclipse 1,000 receiving yards four times in a five-year span from 2019-2023 and provide another valuable receiving option for Josh Allen.

Moore is reuniting with new Bills head coach Joe Brady, who was the Carolina Panthers’ offensive coordinator when Moore posted two of the best statistical seasons of his NFL career during the 2020 and

2021 seasons.

On Thursday, Moore met with the media for his introductory press conference, and today’s edition of Buffalo Rumblinks leads off by recapping what Moore had to say about joining the Bills, including why teaming up with Allen will lead to some magical, explosive moments — especially when plays break down — as the Bills search for that first Super Bowl title.

Recapping DJ Moore’s introductory press conference

On a Zoom call with reporters, DJ Moore said he is looking forward to catching passes from Josh Allen, who “has been playing at a high level, so, just to join him is something great.”

After experiencing the first winning season of his eight-year career last year with the Chicago Bears, Moore said that one of the biggest reasons he is excited about coming to Buffalo is the chance to play for a perennial Super Bowl contender.

“It’s a great deal because last year was my first winning season, so I got a taste of what everybody has been getting a taste of here in Buffalo,” Moore said.

As for the reunion with Brady, Moore relayed the message his former offensive coordinator turned head coach delivered after the Bills had officially acquired Moore to shore up their wide receiver room.

“(Joe) was just like, get ready,” Moore said with a smile. “Get ready to run. That’s what he told me when I was in Carolina, so he told the same thing now. So I’m just ready for it.”

Bills bolster secondary, add C.J. Gardner-Johnson

Behind Cole Bishop and Jordan Hancock, the Bills have a dire need at safety after releasing Taylor Rapp and allowing Damar Hamlin, Cam Lewis, and Damar Hamlin to test out free agency. The team took a step to shore up the safety position on Thursday, reportedly bringing in veteran C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a one-year deal worth up to $6 million.

Gardner-Johnson has played for five different NFL teams during his career, most recently with the Chicago Bears. He has started 71 of 87 regular-season games and 11 of 14 playoff games, amassing 370 tackles (280 solo) with 20 interceptions, 55 pass breakups, seven sacks, and three forced fumbles (with one fumble recovery).