The Chicago Bears have traded wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills, according to league sources. The Bills are sending a 2026 second-round pick and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Bears in exchange for Moore.
Moore, 28, had a productive career with the Bears, catching 244 passes for 3,012 yards and 20 touchdowns across three seasons. However, his 2025 season was a disappointment, with 50 catches and 682 yards, both career lows. The Bears were looking to create salary-cap space and Moore became a trade candidate.
The Bills, on the other hand, have been struggling to find a reliable Z receiver. They traded away Stefon Diggs and had mixed results with Curtis Samuel and Amari Cooper. In 2025, they signed Joshua Palmer, but he was inconsistent and injured. Moore's ability to create separation and make plays in the intermediate and deep areas makes him a valuable addition to the Bills' passing game.
Moore's arrival in Buffalo comes at a crucial time for the team. With quarterback Josh Allen turning 30, the Bills are looking to build a strong supporting cast. Moore's prime years align with Allen's, and his experience and talent could make him an instant impact player. The trade also clears cap space for the Bears, allowing them to focus on other areas of need, such as the defensive line and secondary.
The trade is a strategic move for both teams. Moore provides the Bills with the receiving depth they've been lacking, and the Bears gain valuable cap space to address other areas of their roster. It's a win-win situation, and one that could have significant implications for both franchises in the 2026 season and beyond.
