2023 Free Agency Tracker
Last updated: 04/20 9:29 PM EST
The legal tampering period for NFL Free Agency is scheduled to commence at 12:00 PM ET on March 13, 2023. This will allow pending free agents to initiate negotiations with other teams before the commencement of the new league year. The Wandering Buffalo will monitor all developments related to the Buffalo Bills and update the tracker below as they unfold.
Additions
04/14:
Offensive Lineman Kevin Jarvis signed a one-year deal per the Buffalo Bills.
03/27:
According to Adam Schefter, the Buffalo Bills have signed Saftey Taylor Rapp to a 1-year deal. Rapp is a starting-caliber Safety who now opens up more flexibility on defense.
03/23:
Jon Scott reported Guard David Edwards has signed with the Buffalo Bills. Edwards has prior experience at both Guard spots and could possibly make a run at starting at Right Guard.
03/20:
According to Adam Schefter, the Bills have reached a one-year agreement with Running Back Damien Harris. As a member of the Buffalo Bills, Harris will be positioned as their RB2, but there is potential for him to share the RB1 role with James Cook.
Wide Receiver Trent Sherfield has agreed to a 1-year deal with the Bills, per Adam Schefter. A speedy wide receiver with good size. Sherfield will likely compete for the WR4 or WR5 spot.
03/15:
According to Ian Rapoport, the Bills have signed quarterback Kyle Allen. With a close friendship to Josh Allen, Kyle brings his experience as a young quarterback with high potential, albeit inconsistent at times.
Adam Schefter reports that wide receiver Deonte Harty has agreed to a 2-year deal with the Bills. Also known as Deonte Harris, he is expected to fill the WR3 position and provide punt return skills. Field Yates adds that Harty's contract has a maximum value of $13.5 million, with $5 million guaranteed.
Mike Garafolo reports that guard Connor McGovern has agreed to a 3-year deal with the Bills. Having started in all 16 games for the Cowboys last season, he brings his experience to the Bills and is expected to join Ryan Bates as a Day 1 starter at guard. This acquisition is highly regarded as an excellent pickup for the Bills.
Losses
03/23:
Tight End Tommy Sweeney is signing with the New York Giants, per Jordan Raanan. Sweeney looks to compete for a roster spot on the New York Giants.
Per Josina Anderson, Wide Receiver Jamison Crowder is signing with the New York Giants. Crowder only played 4 games with the Buffalo Bills in 2022 before he suffered a broken ankle.
03/20:
Running Back Devin Singletary is signing with the Houston Texans, per Ian Rapoport. Singletary has been the Bills’ RB1 for the past four seasons.
03/17:
Per Adam Schefter, Wide Receiver Isaiah McKenzie has been released by the Bills after Brandon Beane’s move to acquire Deonte Harty. McKenzie’s role in this offense became repetitious. McKenzie signed with the Indianapolis Colts on 03/21.
03/15:
Ian Rapoport reports linebacker Tremaine Edmunds will join the Chicago Bears. Edmunds, who was drafted by the Bills in 2017 as the 16th overall pick, has been the defensive play-caller for the Bills and has achieved over 100 tackles in each of his first five seasons. The loss of Edmunds will create a significant gap in the middle of the Bills' defense.
Aaron Wilson reports that quarterback Case Keenum will be signing with the Houston Texans. Keenum, who served as the Bills' backup quarterback for one season, will be leaving Buffalo, leaving a vacancy behind Josh Allen that the Bills will need to fill. The deal, according to Ian Rapoport, is valued at $6.25 million, with $4 million guaranteed.
Re-Signings / Restructures
04/20:
The Buffalo Bills have signed K Tyler Bass to a four-year extension worth up to $21M, per Peter Schrager.
04/17:
Veteran Linebacker A.J. Klein has re-signed with the Buffalo Bills on a one-year deal. This is is a crucial depth move with the departure of Tremaine Edmunds.
04/11:
Defensive End Shaq Lawson re-signs to a one-year deal per Mike Garafolo.
03/29:
Defensive Tackle Jordan Phillips signs a one-year deal to stay in Buffalo; the deal will be worth up to $4.6 million.
03/21:
Offensive Lineman David Quessenberry is returning to the Bills, per Mike Garafolo
03/17:
Cornerback Dane Jackson is staying in Buffalo on a 1-year deal, per Sal Capaccio. Jackson received a Restricted Free Agent Tender before free agency.
03/15:
Safety Jordan Poyer has decided to return to Buffalo in a significant coup for the Bills, according to insider Ian Rapoport. Poyer, a key leader on the Bills' defense, was thought to be heading out of town, so this is a significant move for a team with aspirations of a Super Bowl.
03/14:
Field Yates reports that the Bills have restructured the contract of star wide receiver Stefon Diggs, freeing up $5.4 million in cap space. This move not only helps the team's financial situation but also increases Diggs' cap hit in future years.
Cornerback Dane Jackson is expected to be tendered by the Bills, according to Jeremy Fowler. The 2020 draft pick has shown steady improvement in each season with the team, making him a valuable depth option in the secondary.
The Bills have re-signed linebacker Tyrel Dodson to a one-year deal, says Katherine Fitzgerald. Dodson could potentially step in as the new starting middle linebacker for the Bills after the departure of Tremaine Edmunds. His familiarity with the team's scheme and his success as a reserve player make him a solid addition.
03/13:
The Bills have restructured the contracts of quarterback Josh Allen and linebacker Von Miller, freeing up approximately $32 million in cap space, according to Field Yates. This move provides the team with greater flexibility in the offseason and spreads the cap hit for both players over later years.
Alaina Getzenberg reports that cornerback Cam Lewis will be returning to the Bills on a one-year deal. Lewis is a versatile defensive back who will be competing for depth positions in the Bills' secondary.
Ian Rapoport reports that linebacker Tyler Matakevich, a special teams standout, has signed a two-year deal that voids to a one-year deal. Matakevich, who served as a team captain in 2022, remains a crucial part of Special Teams Coordinator Matthew Smiley's plans.
Mike Garafolo reports that punter Sam Martin has signed a three-year deal worth up to $7.5 million. The details, according to Aaron Wilson, include a 2023 Cap Hit of roughly $1.6 million.
Running back Nyheim Hines is reportedly restructuring his deal, says Garafolo. This will lower Hines' cap hit, making it easier for the Bills to retain him as a sixth-year back. The move solidifies the team's returner position while also providing depth at RB2/3, with Hines's upside as a pass catcher. The cap savings is estimated to be $1.3 million, per Alaina Getzenberg.
03/12:
Adam Schefter reports that the Bills have agreed to a two-year contract extension with All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano. Milano is now under contract through 2026, which could have implications for the team's linebacker corps, especially if Tremaine Edmunds does not return. Could we see Milano move to middle linebacker, with second-year linebackers Terrel Bernard, Baylon Spector, or a draft pick filling his spot.