Bills add star power with Chubb and Moore

Defensive end Bradley Chubb and wide receiver D.J. Moore join Josh Allen and the Bills' playoff-contending roster.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 3:25pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a football game with overlapping geometric shapes in shades of blue, red, and green, representing the dynamic energy of the Bills' roster additions.The Bills' offseason additions of Chubb and Moore aim to elevate the team's defense and passing attack, complementing the leadership of star quarterback Josh Allen.Buffalo Today

The Buffalo Bills have made two major offseason additions, signing defensive end Bradley Chubb and acquiring wide receiver D.J. Moore in a trade. Both players expressed excitement about joining the Bills and playing alongside star quarterback Josh Allen, who they believe gives the team a strong chance to win. Chubb, who spent the last three-plus seasons with the Miami Dolphins, cited the Bills' consistent winning and Allen's leadership as key factors in his decision. Moore, who was traded from the Chicago Bears, is eager to reunite with offensive coordinator Joe Brady and help the Bills' passing attack. The Bills also agreed to sign safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a one-year contract.

Why it matters

The additions of Chubb and Moore bolster the Bills' roster as they look to build on their recent playoff success. Chubb provides a much-needed boost to the team's pass rush, while Moore upgrades the receiving corps and gives Allen another dynamic weapon. These moves demonstrate the Bills' commitment to surrounding their star quarterback with top-tier talent and positioning the team as a Super Bowl contender.

The details

Chubb, a 29-year-old edge rusher, signed a three-year contract with the Bills after spending the last three-plus seasons with the Miami Dolphins. He cited the Bills' consistent winning and the presence of Josh Allen as key factors in his decision. Chubb, who has a history of injuries, is looking to exceed his career-best 12 sacks as a rookie in 2018 with the Denver Broncos. Meanwhile, the Bills acquired 28-year-old wide receiver D.J. Moore in a trade with the Chicago Bears. Moore, who has topped 1,100 receiving yards in four of his eight NFL seasons, is eager to reunite with offensive coordinator Joe Brady and help the Bills' passing attack.

  • Chubb signed his three-year contract with the Bills on Thursday, April 20, 2026.
  • The Bills agreed to acquire D.J. Moore in a trade with the Chicago Bears on Thursday, April 20, 2026.

The players

Bradley Chubb

A 29-year-old edge rusher who spent the last three-plus seasons with the Miami Dolphins and has signed a three-year contract with the Buffalo Bills.

D.J. Moore

A 28-year-old wide receiver who was traded from the Chicago Bears to the Buffalo Bills.

Josh Allen

The star quarterback of the Buffalo Bills, who Chubb and Moore are excited to play alongside.

Joe Brady

The offensive coordinator of the Buffalo Bills, who previously worked with D.J. Moore during his time with the Carolina Panthers.

C.J. Gardner-Johnson

A safety who the Bills agreed to sign to a one-year contract.

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What they’re saying

“I'm trying to win. I'm going to go through a season where I'm not frustrated every Monday coming into the building and upset, like, 'Hey, man, we should have did this. We should've did that.'”

— Bradley Chubb, Edge Rusher

“He's a field general. You see him out there trying to conduct things, and the way he does it is successful. And I just want to be part of that.”

— D.J. Moore, Wide Receiver

“I feel like the talk in the past was the offense go out there and put up how many points, and the defense don't lose the game. Now we're trying to be aggressive on defense and set the tone. And I feel like that's what they brought me here to do, set the tone.”

— Bradley Chubb, Edge Rusher

“He said, 'Get ready. Get ready to run.' That's what he told me when I was in Carolina, so he told me the same thing now. So I'm just ready for it.”

— D.J. Moore, Wide Receiver

What’s next

The Bills will look to integrate Chubb and Moore into their roster and game plan as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. The team will also monitor the progress of safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson as he joins the team on a one-year contract.

The takeaway

The additions of Bradley Chubb and D.J. Moore demonstrate the Bills' commitment to surrounding Josh Allen with elite talent and positioning the team as a top Super Bowl contender. These moves address key needs on both sides of the ball and should help the Bills take the next step after reaching the playoffs in seven consecutive seasons.