The Buffalo Bills addressed a sneaky need with the addition of veteran wide receiver/punt returner Greg Dortch earlier this week, and today’s edition of Buffalo Rumblinks leads off with the latest news and roster notes out of One Bills Drive, including dissecting why Dortch (pictured below) could be the solution to a problem that has plagued Buffalo’s receivers the past two seasons.
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - AUGUST 29: Greg Dortch #8 of Detroit Lions runs with the ball while defended by Rob Carter Jr. #39 of the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 29, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - AUGUST 29: Greg Dortch #8 of Detroit Lions runs with the ball while defended by Rob Carter Jr. #39 of the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 29, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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Why Greg Dortch signed with Bills and what he brings to the team
The signing of Greg Dortch to Buffalo’s practice squad was a sneaky good addition, as Dortch could easily slot in as the Bills’ punt returner (he’s averaged 11.6 yards per return on 99 career returns). But Dortch also could help Josh Allen and Buffalo’s passing attack as an additional receiving weapon who excels in finding separation and getting open against man coverage. And an added bonus? Dortch is talented in the open field, forcing 25 missed tackles on 79 targets over the last two seasons.
In other roster news, we learn what is motivating safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson this year; find out why linebacker Shaq Thompson felt compelled to return to his “true family” with the Bills; examine how outside linebacker Javon Solomon is ready to do more than just get after the quarterback in Jim Leonhard’s defensive scheme; and more!
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK - JULY 29: C.J. Gardner-Johnson #22 of the Buffalo Bills gets his fingers taped up during training camp at St. John Fisher University on July 29, 2026 in Rochester, New York. (Photo by Joe Hrycych/Getty Images)
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK - JULY 29: C.J. Gardner-Johnson #22 of the Buffalo Bills gets his fingers taped up during training camp at St. John Fisher University on July 29, 2026 in Rochester, New York. (Photo by Joe Hrycych/Getty Images)
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Who will return punts for the Buffalo Bills? Greg Dortch may be the solution - Buffalo News (subscription required)
Bills notebook: Greg Dortch feels wanted in Buffalo, C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s motivation and Shaq Thompson’s passionate mindset - BuffaloBills.com
Bills’ Newest WR Greg Dortch Grateful Unique NFL Path Led Him Back Home - Sports Illustrated Buffalo Bills
Gardner-Johnson feels great, healthy ahead of regular season - WGR 550
Shaq Thompson reunited with ‘a true family’ in the Buffalo Bills - Buffalo News (subscription required)
The Bills found a new role for an overlooked defender - Democrat & Chronicle
10 takeaways from the Bills’ initial 53-man roster: Cornerback depth is thin - Buffalo News (subscription required)
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CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills warms up prior a preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on August 22, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills warms up prior a preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on August 22, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)
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Josh Allen ranked second-best player on NFL Top 100 list - WGR 550
Bills QB Josh Allen ranks No. 2 on NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 - BuffaloBills.com
NFL execs rank AFC teams: Bills lead a jumble of contenders. Does anyone trust the Chiefs? - The Athletic (subscription required)
What to know on all 32 NFL playcallers: From veterans to first-year coaches, here is what to expect in 2026 - ESPN.com
Buffalo Announces Bills Mafia Can Choose End-Zone Colors for Opener vs. Lions - Sports Illustrated Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills fans can vote on end zone color for Highmark opener vs. Detroit Lions - newyorkupstate.com
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