Overview
- McGovern says neither he nor his agent has heard from Brandon Beane since postseason exit meetings, leading him to believe his Bills tenure is over.
- The 28-year-old’s deal has expired and he will hit unrestricted free agency on March 11, though he says he would re-sign in Buffalo at a number he views as respectful.
- League interest is expected from teams such as the Raiders, Bears and Texans, with projections placing his value around $9–16 million per year and Spotrac estimating $16.3 million.
- Buffalo enters the offseason roughly $8 million over the cap and must weigh decisions on other pieces, including guard David Edwards and tight end Dawson Knox’s contract.
- McGovern earned Pro Bowl honors, posted a 97.2% pass-block win rate in 2025, and played through torn hand ligaments, a broken knuckle and a triceps tear without missing meaningful games.