Bills re-sign safety Wande Owens before preseason opener vs. Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:03 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Buffalo Bills have re-signed safety Wande Owens one day before their preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers. Originally signed as an undrafted free agent in 2025, Owens was released in late July after spending the season on injured reserve with an undisclosed injury. After four workouts with other teams, he returns to the Bills as they prepare for the game at Highmark Stadium. Owens played a versatile role in college, contributing as a safety, nickel defender, and linebacker.
- •Owens was re-signed after being released in July.
- •He previously spent the 2025 season on injured reserve.
- •The Bills face the Panthers in their preseason opener.
- •Owens showcased versatility in college football.
- •He had four workouts with other teams after his release.
- 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Bills re-sign safety ahead of preseason opener vs. Panthers
"This 2025 UDFA is back with the team after being released earlier this summer
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