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.
Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver, who was arrested on Saturday night in Houston on misdemeanor DWI and weapon charges, is still taking part in the team's virtual offseason program, according to a league source. The Bills will let Oliver's legal process play out. The former No. 9 overall pick in 2019 had a solid rookie season in 2019, recording 43 tackles (24 solo), five tackles for loss, eight QB hits, five sacks and a forced fumble in 16 games (seven starts). The Bills stout defense could take a hit in the trenches to open the season if Oliver is handed a suspension by the league.
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver was arrested on Saturday night in his hometown of Houston. He was charged with driving while intoxicated and unlawfully carrying a weapon. Both charges are considered misdemeanors, according to the jail's website. These sort of charges could result in anything from a two to six game suspension for the upcoming season. Oliver is coming off a solid rookie campaign where he recorded 43 tackles and five sacks last season. Losing the former No. 9 overall pick from 2019 would hurt, but we'll wait and see what happens.
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver underwent undisclosed surgery on Tuesday. The 22-year-old was a first-round pick in 2019 and recorded 43 total tackles (24 solo), five sacks and one forced fumble in his first year in the NFL over a full season. The Houston product is a nice building block for Buffalo's defense moving forward, and he was also selected to the All-Rookie team for the 2019 season. It's unknown how long Oliver will be recovering from his undisclosed surgery.
The Buffalo Bills signed defensive tackle Ed Oliver, their first-round pick, to a fully guaranteed $19.675 million rookie deal on Thursday, according to a league source not authorized to speak publicly. He also received a $12.329 million signing bonus. The former University of Houston star was taken ninth overall by the Bills and has similarities to Rams defensive tackle and All-Pro Aaron Donald because of his athleticism. Oliver was the only three-time All-American at the University of Houston and has the skills to be a backfield wrecker for years to come in the AFC East.
The Buffalo Bills selected Houston defensive tackle Ed Oliver with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2019 NFL draft. The 300-pounder will help the Bills replace Kyle Williams on the defensive line. There have been comparisons to Aaron Donald of the Rams. While that's a bit optimistic, Donald is a very special talent inside and is great at disrupting the backfield with his bull-rush power. Oliver will need to improve to take the next step at the next level, but there is a lot to like with his potential.
