Bills Release Mitchell Trubisky: Beane Axes Backup QB to Free Cap Space

The Buffalo Bills are trimming the fat—and Mitchell Trubisky’s out the door. On Sunday, GM Brandon Beane pulled the trigger, releasing the veteran backup quarterback and saving $2.7 million in 2025 cap space, per team sources. The move, slashing Trubisky’s $3.7 million cap hit, signals a ruthless pivot as Buffalo reloads for a Super Bowl run after a 32-29 AFC Championship loss to the Chiefs—leaving Bills Mafia buzzing with shock and approval.

Trubisky’s stint in Orchard Park was underwhelming. Signed to a two-year, $5.25 million deal in 2024, the 30-year-old played 4 games (1 start) last season, completing 22 of 33 passes for 237 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception, plus 66 rushing yards. His lone start—a 23-16 loss to the Patriots in Week 18—exposed his limits, with a PFF grade of 60.2 reflecting a pedestrian effort. “Mitch was fine, but we need more,” Beane said post-release, nodding to Josh Allen’s ironclad grip on QB1.

The cap crunch drove the decision. With Buffalo $8.69 million underwater, Beane’s $64 million from Stefon Diggs’ trade and $8.645 million from Von Miller’s cut weren’t enough—Trubisky’s $2.7 million relief became the next domino. Fan chatter on X erupted: “Good riddance—draft a rookie QB!” while r/buffalobills cheered, “Beane’s cleaning house!” The Bills could eye a cheaper backup like Jake Fromm or a draft pick, freeing funds for stars like Christian Benford or a blockbuster free agent. For Mafia, this cut’s a loud signal: every dollar counts in the Super Bowl chase.