Overview
- The Bills’ final Week 9 report showed left tackle Dion Dawkins did not practice all week with a rib issue and is listed as questionable for Monday night in Minnesota.
- Dawkins told reporters he is optimistic he can play despite the DNPs, but the team’s official designation will follow pregame medical checks.
- Wide receiver Josh Palmer was ruled out in the final report after missing practice with a hamstring injury.
- Interior lineman Alec Anderson and defensive lineman Greg Gaines returned to limited practice on Saturday and carry questionable tags, while right tackle Spencer Brown was upgraded to full practice and has no game designation.
- Buffalo entered the week with a large injury ledger that could force offensive-line reshuffles and change play-calling, a material concern because Dawkins has started every game this season and his presence affects pass protection and run-game blocking.