CJ Gardner-Johnson participates in Bills training camp despite calf injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Buffalo Bills safety CJ Gardner-Johnson is present at training camp following a calf injury sustained earlier. Initially feared to be an Achilles tear, he is now showing positive signs, walking around the facility and engaging with teammates. Coach Joe Brady described the situation as having 'good news' but did not provide a detailed recovery timetable. Gardner-Johnson appeared with a compression sleeve on his right leg as he worked with medical staff just days after the injury occurred. Updates on his condition will continue throughout the season.
- •CJ Gardner-Johnson is sidelined with a calf injury.
- •He was previously thought to have an Achilles tear.
- •Coach Joe Brady provided positive updates on his status.
- •Gardner-Johnson was seen walking and interacting with teammates.
- •He is currently working with athletic trainers.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Injury update: CJ Gardner-Johnson spotted at Bills training camp
"Bills safety CJ Gardner-Johnson shows some good signs at training camp after his injury.
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