The Buffalo Bills have not had a key cog in their offensive line throughout the entire preseason. Ahead of the 2026 NFL regular season, Connor McGovern has given a positive update that should soon change. McGovern was initially injured during Buffalo's first open practice at Highmark Stadium. It was an undisclosed injury for the center, but he was spotted leaving the workout early. Since then, head coach Joe Brady has consistently made a point to say McGovern would be back by Week 1 against the Houston Texans. McGovern's own words matched that at practice this week. McGovern returned to full workouts ahead of the season opener and gave a rave review. "I feel great," McGovern said. McGovern's full thoughts can be found in the clip below:
After returning to practice Tuesday, Bills C Connor McGovern left no doubt he will be ready for Week 1 against the Texans “I told you I would be ready for Week 1… I feel great.” Big boost for BUF’s offensive line against a Texans front that sacked Josh Allen 8 times last year pic.twitter.com/af4kkeTiZi — alex brasky (@alexbrasky) September 1, 2026 Bills Wire will continue to provide updates throughout the 2026 NFL season. This article originally appeared on Bills Wire: Will Bills' Connor McGovern play Week 1 vs. Texans? He gives update