The Buffalo Bills have decided to part ways with veteran cornerback Taron Johnson, as reported by multiple sources. Johnson, who is 29 years old, has been a stalwart for the Bills since he was drafted in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft, tallying a total of 113 games played and 87 starts throughout his tenure with the team.
In the recent 2025 season, Johnson played in 13 games, amassing 57 total tackles and four passes defended. He was utilized heavily, being on the field for 74 percent of the defensive snaps and contributing to special teams for four percent of the plays.
Despite being under contract until 2027, the Bills are moving forward without him. His release could possibly be marked with a post-June 1 designation, which may help the team manage its salary cap more effectively. If the Bills implement this designation, they could save approximately $8.67 million against the cap, with a reduced dead cap charge of $2.74 million in 2026. Without this designation, however, the Bills will save $1.9 million against the cap while incurring a dead cap charge of $9.5 million.
This decision marks the end of a significant chapter for Johnson and opens up new possibilities for the Bills as they look to reshape their roster. As the Bills continue to build their team for the future, fans will be eager to see how this move impacts the overall dynamics of their defensive lineup.