Overview
- Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio called linebacker Nakobe Dean “iffy” for the Bills game after a hamstring injury, and reporting indicates the team may manage his return to protect his playoff availability.
- If Dean does not play, rookie Jihaad Campbell is expected to step in at inside linebacker.
- Defensive tackle Jalen Carter practiced Tuesday for the first time since shoulder procedures, and the staff said they are hopeful he will be available against Buffalo.
- Offensive linemen Lane Johnson (foot) and Landon Dickerson (calf) did not practice Tuesday, leaving their Week 17 status uncertain.
- The defense produced a league-high 13 sacks over the last three games without Carter, and Fangio said the starters are preparing to go “full steam ahead.”