The start of free agency every NFL offseason is always about the excitement of new players arriving. In 2026, it’s no different.

However, it’s a two-way street. While the Buffalo Bills have both signed and traded for players to add to their roster, the same has happened in the opposite direction.

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Cornerback Taron Johnson was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders instead of being released.

In terms of pending free agents to leave Buffalo, here are the five that have signed elsewhere:

OL David EdwardsOct 26, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) scrambles behind guard David Edwards (76) during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Oct 26, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) scrambles behind guard David Edwards (76) during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

New team: New Orleans Saints.

FB Reggie GilliamJan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills fullback Reggie Gilliam (41) signs autographs after the game against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills fullback Reggie Gilliam (41) signs autographs after the game against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

New team: New England Patriots.

DB Cam LewisBuffalo Bills safety Cole Bishop and Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis tackle Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Tylan Wallace during second half action at the Buffalo Bills divisional game against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 19, 2025.

Buffalo Bills safety Cole Bishop and Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis tackle Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Tylan Wallace during second half action at the Buffalo Bills divisional game against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 19, 2025.

New team: Chicago Bears.

S Darnell SavageDENVER, COLORADO - JANUARY 17: Lil'jordan Humphrey #17 of the Denver Broncos scores a 29 touchdown against Darnell Savage #25 of the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Empower Field At Mile High on January 17, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

DENVER, COLORADO – JANUARY 17: Lil’jordan Humphrey #17 of the Denver Broncos scores a 29 touchdown against Darnell Savage #25 of the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Empower Field At Mile High on January 17, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

New team: Pittsburgh Steelers.

QB Mitch TrubiskyAug 9, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the New York Giants at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Aug 9, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the New York Giants at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

New team: Tennessee Titans.

This article originally appeared on Bills Wire: Who have the Bills lost during opening week of 2026 NFL free agency?