Bills Agree to Re-sign Center Connor McGovern

4-year contract extension keeps veteran offensive lineman in Buffalo

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The Buffalo Bills have agreed to a 4-year contract extension with veteran center Connor McGovern, keeping the key offensive lineman in Buffalo. The deal was confirmed by two people familiar with the agreement.

Why it matters

Retaining McGovern provides stability and continuity on the Bills' offensive line, which is crucial for protecting quarterback Josh Allen and opening up running lanes. McGovern has been a steady presence in the middle of the Bills' line since joining the team in 2020.

The details

Under the terms of the new 4-year deal, McGovern will remain with the Bills through the 2026 season. The 29-year-old center has started every game for Buffalo over the past three seasons and has been a key part of an offensive line that has helped the team reach the playoffs in each of those years.

  • The contract agreement was reached on March 7, 2026.

The players

Connor McGovern

A 29-year-old center who has started every game for the Buffalo Bills over the past three seasons, providing stability and continuity on the offensive line.

Buffalo Bills

The NFL team based in Buffalo, New York that has reached the playoffs in each of the past three seasons.

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What they’re saying

“Keeping Connor on our offensive line was a top priority this offseason. He's been a rock for us up front and we're thrilled to have him under contract for the next four years.”

— Brandon Beane, General Manager, Buffalo Bills (wn.com)

What’s next

The Bills will now turn their attention to other offseason roster moves as they look to build on their recent playoff success and make a deep postseason run in 2026.

The takeaway

The Bills' decision to re-sign veteran center Connor McGovern to a 4-year deal underscores the team's commitment to maintaining continuity and stability on their offensive line, which is crucial for supporting their high-powered passing attack led by quarterback Josh Allen.