Buffalo Bills elevate Frank Gore Jr. and Greg Dortch for Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:41 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

The Buffalo Bills have elevated running back Frank Gore Jr. and wide receiver Greg Dortch from their practice squad ahead of tonight’s game against the Detroit Lions. This marks the second consecutive week both players have been promoted for game action. They played minor roles in the Bills’ previous victory over the Houston Texans, where Dortch handled punt and kickoff return duties while Gore Jr. contributed on offense. Their elevations may indicate concerns regarding the availability of running back Ty Johnson, who is recovering from a hamstring injury. Each player has one elevation remaining before potential roster implications.
- •Bills elevate Gore Jr. and Dortch for the matchup against the Lions
- •Dortch served as a returner in Week 1's win over the Texans
- •Gore Jr. played primarily in a pass protection role against Houston
- •Ty Johnson's injury status remains a factor for the running back position
- •Both players have one elevation left before roster decisions are needed
- 9:41 PMYahoo Sports — Buffalo Bills elevate two practice squad players ahead of Week 2 matchup
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