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Bills center Connor McGovern faces uncertain return after practice injury

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Bills center Connor McGovern faces uncertain return after practice injury

Summary

Buffalo Bills center Connor McGovern could miss the regular season opener due to a lower-body injury sustained on August 8 during an intrasquad scrimmage. Reports suggest McGovern may have a hamstring strain, with recovery expected to take two to four weeks. He has been replaced by seventh-year veteran Lloyd Cushenberry, who performed well in the Bills' recent preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. Head coach Josh Allen expressed confidence in Cushenberry's performance and ability to lead the offensive line in McGovern's absence.

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Status Watch

•McGovern injured during practice on August 8.
•Recovery estimated at two to four weeks for a potential hamstring strain.
•Lloyd Cushenberry played as center in McGovern's absence.
•Buffalo secured a 29-14 victory in a recent preseason game.
•Allen expressed comfort with Cushenberry's leadership on the line.

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4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Bills Get Bad News on Veteran Offensive Lineman After Practice Injury

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