Ed Oliver Fantasy Stats

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (biceps) could return by the first week of the playoffs, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Oliver tore his biceps against the Carolina Panthers last week and will undergo surgery, shutting him down for the remainder of the regular season but leaving the door open for him to play in the first or second round of the playoffs. In the interim, Buffalo is looking for defensive line help in the trade market to fill Oliver's void. Rapoport notes that there aren't many big defensive line names available this fall, but the Bills are exploring their options nonetheless. The 2025 NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m.

The Buffalo Bills announced on Tuesday that they placed defensive tackle Ed Oliver (biceps) on Injured Reserve. In corresponding moves, the Bills signed defensive tackle Jordan Phillips and safety Jordan Poyer from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster. Oliver will require surgery for a torn biceps that he suffered in Sunday's win over the Carolina Panthers, although head coach Sean McDermott said there's a chance that the 27-year-old interior defensive lineman will be able to return to the team if the Bills make the postseason. The Bills' defense has already been susceptible to the run, and the loss of Oliver isn't going to make things any easier moving forward. With Oliver on IR, the Bills will look for more contributions from Phillips, Larry Ogunjobi, and DaQuan Jones, among others. Oliver will end his 2025 regular season with 12 tackles (10 solo) and three sacks in just three games played.

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (biceps) suffered a torn biceps muscle in the Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday and will undergo surgery, according to Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News. According to head coach Sean McDermott, Oliver is out indefinitely. It's unclear exactly when the 27-year-old interior defensive lineman will be able to return, but he probably will not play again this season unless the Bills advance to the playoffs. It's a notable loss for the Bills' defensive line moving forward, and the team will now look for more contributions from the likes of DaQuan Jones, Larry Ogunjobi, and Deone Walker. Oliver has only played in three games for the Bills this year and has three sacks, 12 tackles (10 solo), seven tackles for loss, five QB hits, and one forced fumble.

Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver (biceps) could miss the rest of the season, as the team fears he tore his bicep in their Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers. Oliver left the 40-9 victory in the first half and did not return to the contest. The 27-year-old will undergo an MRI to confirm the severity of the injury on Monday, although it isn't looking good for the three-time Pro-Bowl defensive tackle. With Oliver's injury, Buffalo's defensive line is getting thin. Teammate Larry Ogunjobi picked up some more snaps in his stead, but the team figures to use a rotation including Jordan Phillips and Deone Walker -- their current snap leader at the position. For now, fantasy managers can assume the worst, which would be a massive blow to the Bills' defensive front.

Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver (biceps) has been ruled out for the remainder of his team's Week 8 matchup against the Carolina Panthers due to a biceps injury. Oliver recorded two QB hits and a sack before being forced to leave the game. The 27-year-old had been limited to just two games played this season heading into Week 8, and it appears he will now be battling a new ailment coming out of the week. Oliver is widely considered one of the better interior pass rushers in the NFL, so his absence is a big loss for the Buffalo defense. Larry Ogunjobi, Deone Walker, and Jordan Phillips will all likely see an uptick in playing time at defensive tackle for the Bills with Oliver sidelined.

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (knee) will not return to the game against the preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Saturday, even though he was cleared to play. Oliver injured his knee early in the game but was able to walk off the field and briefly sit on the bench before being evaluated in the sideline medical tent. He returned to the bench with his helmet, indicating the injury may not be as severe as initially feared. We'll need to monitor early week practice reports for more information. Still, the Bills might have avoided a significant setback with Oliver's injury on the first play from scrimmage. As one of the team's most vital defensive players, the Bills could be exercising caution, minimizing his workload ahead of Week 1. With several critical defensive starters lost in the offseason, maintaining Oliver's health is crucial. If the defense does weaken, it could shift more responsibility to Josh Allen and the offense, potentially increasing fantasy scoring opportunities for those players.

Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver lines up against a weak New York Jets offensive line in Week 11, and Oliver should be a strong start in IDP leagues. Oliver has made 5.0 sacks and eight QB hits this season. In his first matchup against the Jets in Week 1, Oliver made three tackles, six total pressures, and half a sack. The Jets' offensive line has declined since then due to a combination of injuries and poor play. PFF rates the Jets' line as the worst in the league. In the past five weeks, they have been allowing a double-digit sack rate. Consider starting Ed Oliver in IDP leagues with two or more starting DL positions. He is an especially strong start in leagues with DT-specific starters required.

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver has made two sacks in the first three weeks of this season, but fantasy managers should think twice before starting him in a tough Week 4 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins have only allowed a single sack all season, fewer than any other team. Not only do the Dolphins have a strong offensive line, QB Tua Tagovailoa excels at getting rid of the football quickly. His time to throw is the fastest of any starting quarterback. Ed Oliver faces long odds to make another sack in Week 4.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, defensive tackle Ed Oliver agreed to a four-year, $68 million ($45 million guaranteed) extension with the Bills. The 2019 No. 9 overall pick totaled 151 tackles (96 solo), 14.5 sacks, 11 passes defensed, and four forced fumbles in his first four seasons as a professional (62 games). He would have been playing on the fifth year of his rookie deal. However, Oliver will stay in Buffalo, where he's expected to remain a vital component of a potent Bills defense.

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (ankle), defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (hamstring) and cornerback Dane Jackson (neck) have all been ruled out for Week 3 against the Miami Dolphins. Safety Micah Hyde (neck) was also ruled out, and safety Jordan Poyer (foot) is questionable. Oliver will miss his second straight game. Buffalo's defense has looked like one of the top units in football through the first two weeks against strong opponents in the Rams and Titans, but they're going into this Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins pretty beat up. The Bills defense/special teams is still a must-start at this point, but they could have some trouble against a Dolphins offense that put up 40-plus points in a miraculous comeback win over the Ravens.