BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills are rolling the dice on a potential game-changer, scheduling a free-agent visit with former second-round pick Elijah Moore, a wide receiver whose quick feet and knack for open space have kept him on NFL radars despite a bumpy ride. The meeting, confirmed by multiple reports on April 28, 2025, signals Buffalo’s hunt for a spark to bolster their receiving corps as they gear up for another playoff push.
Moore, a 25-year-old burner out of Ole Miss, was drafted 34th overall by the New York Jets in 2021. His rookie year showed flashes of brilliance—43 catches, 538 yards, five touchdowns—but the Jets’ quarterback carousel didn’t do him any favors. Traded to the Cleveland Browns in 2023, he racked up 59 receptions for 640 yards in his first season there, proving he could still carve up defenses. Last year, though, his numbers dipped: 61 catches, 538 yards, and just one score. Cleveland didn’t re-sign him, leaving Moore to hit the open market.
The Bills, fresh off a 9-8 season and a divisional-round exit, aren’t sitting still. Their passing game, led by Josh Allen, leaned heavily on Khalil Shakir and rookie Keon Coleman, but depth at receiver remains a question mark. Moore’s speed and ability to stretch the field could add a new wrinkle, especially in a Sean McDermott offense that loves to exploit mismatches. At 5-foot-10 and 180 pounds, he’s not a towering target, but his 4.35-second 40-yard dash time makes him a darting threat who can turn short passes into big gains.
This visit comes on the heels of Buffalo’s active offseason. They’ve already signed Curtis Samuel and Mack Hollins to shore up the wideout room, but Moore’s youth and upside might tempt general manager Brandon Beane to take a swing. No contract talks have been reported yet, and the Bills aren’t the only team sniffing around—Moore’s name has popped up in league circles as a low-risk, high-reward option.
Moore’s camp has stayed quiet, and the Bills’ front office isn’t tipping its hand. For now, the visit is set to happen in Orchard Park, where Moore will meet with coaches and tour the facility. Whether it leads to a deal or just a tire-kicking session, one thing’s clear: Buffalo’s not done tinkering with its roster.
The wide receiver was born on September 25, 2000, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He played three seasons at Ole Miss, earning first-team All-SEC honors in 2020. His NFL career spans 55 games, with 163 receptions, 1,847 yards, and eight touchdowns.