In Week 7, the Buffalo Bills had a much-needed bye. The team lost two games in a row in weeks five and six after starting the season 4-0. On Sunday in Week 8, Buffalo was on the road to take on the Panthers.
The Bills’ run game in Week 8 was dominant against the Panthers. James Cook had 19 carries for 216 yards and two rushing touchdowns. Ultimately, Buffalo defeated the Panthers 40-9 to get back into the win column. During that game, DT Ed Oliver suffered an injury late in the second quarter. Oliver did not return for the Bills, and NFL insiders reported he is out indefinitely with a torn biceps.
Ed Oliver suffered a torn bicep during a Week 8 win over the Panthers
Bills fear standout DT Ed Oliver has torn his bicep and will be sidelined indefinitely, sources say. Oliver undergoes an MRI to confirm the injury. pic.twitter.com/zkv1SItWst
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 27, 2025
Through their first seven games in 2025, the Buffalo Bills are 5-2. The team was on the road in Week 8 to take on the Carolina Panthers. Buffalo dominated from start to finish, outscoring the Panthers 40-9. During that win, Bills’ DT Ed Oliver suffered a torn bicep. ESPN’s Adam Shefter reported that Oliver will undergo an MRI on Monday. However, it is expected that the 27-year-old will have to miss a longer period.
Just a brutal blow to the Bills, who are already wafer-thin up front. TJ Sanders and DeWayne Carter are both currently on injured reserve for Buffalo. In addition, DaQuan Jones is dealing with a calf injury. Larry Ogunjobi, Deone Walker and Jordan Phillips are the only active defensive tackles on the 53-man roster. The Bills may have to call up a player from the practice squad.
By @GMFB: #Giants RB Cam Skattebo’s season is over due to a dislocated ankle; #Eagles RB Saquon Barkley’s groin injury is not considered serious; The #Bills await word on DT Ed Oliver, who is dealing with a biceps injury. pic.twitter.com/ppv7cJq1rA
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 27, 2025
Ed Oliver has played in just three of the Bills’ seven games in 2025. Ahead of their Week 2 game against the Jets, Ed Oliver accidentally hit his ankle on the ground during practice. That forced the veteran DT to miss four consecutive games. He returned for the team in week 6 vs. the Falcons. In Week 8 against the Panthers, Ed Oliver suffered a torn bicep.
Buffalo’s run defense was at its lowest point in 2025. They are allowing an average of 150.3 rushing yards per game this season. That’s second-worst in the NFL, behind only the Bengals. Despite only playing in three games this season, Ed Oliver’s three sacks led the team. Buffalo needs more production up front. However, the team is dealing with a pile of injuries at DT. Can the Bills get healthy at defensive tackle before the playoffs get here?
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