Bills' C.J. Gardner-Johnson carted off but avoids major injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was carted off the field during training camp on August 1 due to a leg injury that raised concerns. Initial tests indicate a lower calf strain, which is not expected to be severe. The Bills, who are starting their preseason preparations, will track Gardner-Johnson's recovery as he is a key part of their defense. With the season-opener against the Houston Texans set for September 13, he has time to recover before the regular season begins.
- •C.J. Gardner-Johnson carted off during practice on August 1.
- •Initial tests reveal a lower calf strain, avoiding major damage.
- •Gardner-Johnson is a significant part of the Bills' defense.
- •Regular season starts on September 13 against the Texans.
- •The team will monitor his recovery through preseason.
- 10:37 PMYahoo Sports — Bills avoid huge injury scare after safety was carted off field
"It's looking like the Bills lucked out when it comes to the injury suffered by C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
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