D.J. Moore Joins Buffalo Bills, Eager to Contribute to Playoff Success

The Buffalo Bills have officially acquired wide receiver D.J. Moore from the Chicago Bears, signaling a significant addition to their offensive lineup as they aim for a Super Bowl run. The trade, finalized on March 11, 2026, brings Moore to Buffalo in exchange for Buffalo’s 2026 second-round pick (No. 60 overall) and Chicago’s 2026 fifth-round draft pick (No. 165).

A Proven Receiver for Josh Allen

Moore, a veteran with over 8,000 career receiving yards and 500 rushing yards in eight seasons, is expected to become a primary target for quarterback Josh Allen. This acquisition addresses a key need for the Bills, who have been searching for a consistent No. 1 receiver since Stefon Diggs’ departure after the 2023 season. No Buffalo wideout has surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in the two seasons following Diggs’ exit.

Familiarity with Coach Brady

The move reunites Moore with Bills head coach Joe Brady, with whom he previously worked during Brady’s tenure as the Carolina Panthers’ offensive coordinator in 2020 and 2021. During those two seasons, Moore recorded 159 receptions for 2,350 yards and eight touchdowns under Brady’s guidance, achieving some of his most productive seasons as a wide receiver. Moore attributes his success during that period to Brady’s emphasis on continuous improvement and attention to detail.

“[Brady would] proceed out there every day and just getting better [by] one percent,” Moore said. “The little things or the most needed things that we needed to focus on, he always harped on them. and he never took his foot off the gas.”

Ready for a Winning Culture

Moore expressed enthusiasm about joining the Bills, a team that has consistently reached the postseason since 2019. He noted that 2025 was his first season on a winning team and he is eager to build on that experience in Buffalo. He also indicated that his time with the Bears had “ran its course,” despite a positive finish to the 2025 season.

Moore is focused on contributing to the Bills’ success and is not preoccupied with individual statistics. He aims to approach the upcoming season with a “free mind” and a commitment to team goals.

“I never look at any season as they’re going to be the same,” he said. “I just go into it with a free mind, no goals for the past… It’s just letting you just play free.”

Moore’s Career Highlights

• NFL Draft: Selected by the Carolina Panthers in the first round (24th overall) of the 2018 NFL draft.
• College: Played college football for the Maryland Terrapins (2015-2017).
• Awards: PFWA All-Rookie Team (2018), Second-team All-American (2017), Large Ten Receiver of the Year (2017), First-team All-Big Ten (2017).
• Career Stats (as of 2025): 608 receptions, 8,213 receiving yards, 41 receiving touchdowns, 510 rushing yards, 2 rushing touchdowns. Pro Football Reference

Looking Ahead

D.J. Moore’s arrival in Buffalo represents a significant boost to the Bills’ receiving corps and their overall playoff aspirations. With a familiar coach and a proven quarterback in Josh Allen, Moore is poised to make an immediate impact and help the Bills pursue their ultimate goal: a Super Bowl championship.