Bills announce initial roster cuts ahead of roster deadline

The Buffalo Bills announced their first wave of player cuts on August 29, 2026, leading up to the 53-man roster deadline. The team released wide receiver Mecole Hardman and is reported to part ways with punter Mitch Wishnowsky, opting for rookie Tommy Doman instead. Additional cuts include linebacker Cade Denhoff, cornerback Jordan Dunbar, guard Bruno Fina, linebacker Theron Gaines, center Sincere Haynesworth, defensive lineman Zion Logue, cornerback D.J. Miller, safety Wande Owens, wide receiver Dante Pettis, linebacker Otis Reese, wide receiver Quentin Skinner, and tight end Shane Zylstra. The Bills need to make 23 more roster cuts to reach the required limit by Sunday.

• 8:06 PMYahoo Sports — Bills announce 13 cuts