Joe Brady confirms Bills not cutting C.J. Gardner-Johnson after incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 10:09 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady stated on Monday that safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson will not be cut following his recent ejection and suspension for a spitting incident during a game. Brady emphasized that Gardner-Johnson remains a valuable member of the team and acknowledged the need for improvement. He compared the situation to running back James Cook's fumbling issue, underscoring the Bills' intention to help Gardner-Johnson grow as a player. The incident raises questions about player discipline and team dynamics for the Bills moving forward.
- •C.J. Gardner-Johnson ejected for spitting during game in Las Vegas.
- •Joe Brady supports Gardner-Johnson, citing his importance to the team.
- •Brady compares Gardner-Johnson's situation to Cook's fumbles.
- •Gardner-Johnson faces opportunity for personal growth and improvement.
- 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Brady says Bills won't be cutting C.J. Gardner-Johnson after spitting incident
"The two players involved in spitting incidents during games were (and still are) star players.
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