The Buffalo Bills released their first injury report of the week on Wednesday, offering an early glimpse into the team’s health ahead of their upcoming game. The report reveals a roster dealing with a combination of veteran maintenance, minor ailments, and more significant injuries that will be monitored closely in the coming days.
Key Starters Return to Full Practice
In a positive development for the defense, two key linebackers were full participants in Wednesday’s session.
· LB Terrel Bernard (Ankle), a crucial piece of the defensive puzzle, was a full participant. This is an encouraging sign that he is recovering well from an ankle issue and is on track to play this weekend.
· LB Matt Milano (Pectoral), also listed as a full participant, appears to be managing his way back from a significant pec injury. His full participation is a major boost for a defense that thrives on his playmaking ability.
Notable Absences and Limited Participants
The report also highlighted several players who either missed practice entirely or were limited, raising questions about their availability for game day.
· RB Ray Davis (Illness) was the only non-participant (DNP) due to an illness. His status will be one to watch on Thursday; if he is unable to recover quickly, it could impact the team’s backfield rotation.
· DT DaQuan Jones (Calf) was also listed as a DNP. A calf injury for a player of Jones’s size and position is one to monitor, as his presence is vital to the team’s run defense.
· WR Joshua Palmer (Knee/Ankle) did not practice. His absence from the receiving corps would be felt if he is unable to return to the field later in the week.
Several other impact players were limited during Wednesday’s practice:
· LB Shaq Thompson (Hamstring) was limited with a hamstring issue. Hamstring injuries can be tricky, and the team will likely be cautious with his reps throughout the week.
· K Matt Prater (Right Calf) was a limited participant with a calf injury. The team will hope this is a minor issue, as stability at the kicker position is critical.
· DE Joey Bosa (Vet Rest) and DT Jordan Phillips (Vet Rest) were both listed as limited, but their designations are attributed to veteran rest days—a common practice across the NFL to manage the workload of seasoned players. Both are expected to be ready for the game.
What to Watch For
This initial report sets the stage for a telling 48 hours. The most critical updates will come from Thursday and Friday’s practice reports, particularly for players like Ray Davis, DaQuan Jones, and Joshua Palmer. Their ability to return to practice will be the clearest indicator of their game status, which will be officially announced by the team on Friday.
The Bills’ coaching and medical staff will be carefully evaluating these players as they finalize their game plan, hoping to have as many key contributors as possible available for kickoff.
All practice participation and injury information is courtesy of the Buffalo Bills’ official injury report.
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