NFL free agency is approaching and the Buffalo Bills are getting some good news. The team made the move to keep key interior linemen in-house. It comes before the market opens.
Connor McGovern agreed to a four-year, $52 million contract with $32 million guaranteed. He won’t reach free agency. This keeps the starter in a position where the Bills need to protect.
According to SI, general manager Brandon Beane has already shown a sense of urgency this offseason. He filled a need at receiver by trading for DJ Moore’s departure. The focus now turned to the trenches.
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McGovern was expected to receive a big offer. Left guards David Edwards and McGovern were both ready to test the market. Teams value proven interior linemen. Analytical outlets such as Pro Football Focus have assessed McGovern’s reliability. He did not allow a sack in over 1,000 snaps last year, according to the report.
that #bill According to sources, a new four-year contract with C Connor McGovern has been reached. Buffalo’s priorities. pic.twitter.com/mdKJvkrCf1
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 7, 2026
Source: Bills and C Connor McGovern agree to four-year, $52 million contract that includes $32 million guaranteed. He won’t hit free agency. pic.twitter.com/JOyDDFrC1B
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 7, 2026
The contract keeps stability as the top priority. It also helps with cap planning when free agency begins. The move eliminates one major question for Buffalo heading into March.
Fans and analysts will analyze the dollar. The team’s priorities were clear. Maintain a reliable center. Lock the line. Get ready for free agency with one less hole to fill.
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