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Bills’ Ed Oliver in Walking Boot, Week 2 Status in Doubt

His ankle issue puts pressure on a thin interior against the Jets’ ground game.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 31: Ed Oliver #91 of the Buffalo Bills celebrates a first quarter sack during a game against the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York.
Dec 29, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (91) celebrates a sack against the New York Jets in the third quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Ed Oliver was added to the injury report with an ankle injury on Thursday, did not participate, and was seen in a walking boot using a medical scooter, per ESPN reporters.
  • The setback surfaced a day after he practiced Wednesday, and the team is expected to issue final designations after Friday’s session.
  • Oliver delivered a standout Week 1 with a sack, six tackles, multiple stops and a late forced fumble on Derrick Henry, earning Pro Football Focus’ top interior-defender grade.
  • Buffalo surrendered 433 yards to Baltimore, including more than 235 rushing, prompting Sean McDermott to run a full-pads practice and emphasize tackling and alignment corrections.
  • With Larry Ogunjobi suspended, the Bills signed Phidarian Mathis to the practice squad and may need larger roles from Kenneth Grant and other depth options against New York’s run-oriented offense.