Bills Activate Matt Milano, Ed Oliver Out Against Patriots

The Buffalo Bills will face the New England Patriots on Sunday Night Football with a mixed injury report impacting their defense. Linebacker Matt Milano returns to the lineup after missing the past two games due to a pectoral injury, providing a boost especially with Dorian Williams ruled out due to a knee injury. However, the Bills will be without key defensive tackles Ed Oliver and rookie T.J. Sanders, both inactive due to ankle and knee injuries respectively, marking Oliver's fourth consecutive missed game. Oliver's absence is significant as he is a vital pass rusher in the middle of the defensive line, and his absence may increase snaps for rookie Deone Walker. The Bills' defense will rely more on players like Daquan Jones and Shaq Thompson, who may see increased workload at weakside linebacker. Despite these challenges, the Bills aim to maintain their undefeated 5-0 record in the NFL with this crucial AFC East matchup.