Buffalo Bills Add Defensive Veterans Following Multiple Injuries

The Buffalo Bills are facing a challenging injury situation, particularly on their defensive line, with key players like Ed Oliver suffering a torn bicep and being placed on injured reserve. To address this, the team has signed rookie defensive tackle Tommy Akingbesote, formerly with the Dallas Cowboys, to add depth to the defensive line. Additionally, the Bills elevated veterans Jordan Phillips and Jordan Poyer from the practice squad to the active roster; Phillips, an 11-year NFL veteran with significant experience with the Bills, is expected to contribute especially in short-yardage situations. Poyer has become a key defensive starter after other safeties landed on injured reserve. These roster moves come ahead of a critical Week 9 game against the Kansas City Chiefs, as the Bills also contend with injuries to other defensive players, including DaQuan Jones, Matt Milano, and Terrel Bernard. The team is making strategic adjustments to maintain competitive defense despite the extensive injury challenges.