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C.J. Gardner-Johnson returns to practice for Bills after calf strain injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

C.J. Gardner-Johnson returns to practice for Bills after calf strain injury

Summary

Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson has resumed practicing five days after he was injured during training camp. Initial assessments indicated a strained lower right calf, leading to him being helped off the field. Gardner-Johnson expressed optimism about his recovery, stating he feels ready to compete. The player missed just two practices and plans to continue competing for a starting job on the defense.

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Status Watch

•Gardner-Johnson returned to practice on August 6, 2026.
•He was injured during training camp on August 1.
•Initial concern was a serious calf injury requiring assistance off the field.
•He missed only two practices before resuming.
•Gardner-Johnson is competing for a starting safety position.

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5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson resumes practicing 5 days after straining calf at training camp

What they're saying

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Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson resumed practicing on Thursday, five days after requiring help off the field with what was diagnosed as a strained lower right calf. Gardner-Johnson was eased back on the field by splitting time with the starting defense. Gardner-Johnson was initially unable to place any weight on his right leg, before taking a few steps on it in being escorted to the medical tent.
— Yahoo Sports

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