D.J. Moore exits with injury as Bills play Panthers in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
D.J. Moore made his debut with the Buffalo Bills during their 29-14 preseason win over the Carolina Panthers, recording three catches for 61 yards. He left the game after an 18-yard reception due to a leg injury but reassured coach Joe Brady that he was fine. Eight other players did not participate in the game, including C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Ty Johnson, and Connor McGovern, who suffered lower body injuries in previous practices. Coach Brady provided updates on each player's status after the game, reiterating no major injuries were reported from the matchup.
- •D.J. Moore finished with three catches for 61 yards before leaving the game.
- •Coach Joe Brady reported that Moore was not meant to play past that drive.
- •C.J. Gardner-Johnson continues to recover from a calf strain.
- •Ty Johnson and Connor McGovern missed the game due to previous injuries.
- •The Bills play next week in joint practices and another preseason game.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Bills injury update: D.J. Moore latest, 8 players who sat out preseason opener
"D.J. Moore gave the Bills a scare after his third catch against Carolina. Here's the latest on Moore and eight players who didn't play.
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