‘Hamlin, whose cardiac arrest during a Monday Night Football game in January made national headlines, played in all three games for the Bills this preseason.’
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Bills’ Von Miller to miss first 4 games on physically unable to perform list
‘The 34-year-old is entering his second season with Buffalo after signing a six-year contract with Buffalo in March 2022, and months after winning his second Super Bowl title with the Los Angeles Rams. He leads NFL active players with 123 1/2 sacks, and had eight in 11 games with the Bills before getting hurt.’
Safety Damar Hamlin makes Bills’ 53-player roster 8 months after near-death experience
‘Though general manager Brandon Beane has stressed changes could still be made to the roster before the Bills open their season at the New York Jets on Sept. 11, what’s undeniable is the courage Hamlin has shown in reaching this milestone of his comeback by reclaiming a backup role behind starters Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer.’
Bills' Damar Hamlin makes initial 53-man roster nearly eight months after cardiac arrest: report
‘The 25-year-old defensive back is expected to have a spot on the Buffalo Bills 53-man roster, according to NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.’
Sources: Bills' Von Miller stays on PUP; Damar Hamlin on roster
‘This offseason, the Bills added a former teammate of Miller’s to the pass-rush room with veteran Leonard Floyd. Earlier Tuesday, Buffalo traded 2021 second-round pick Boogie Basham to the New York Giants, moving on from one of the team’s young pass-rushers in the rotation. Buffalo will rely on the likes of Floyd, 2021 first-round pick Rousseau and 2020 second-round pick A.J. Epenesa in Miller’s absence.’
Bills' Von Miller to start season on PUP list, miss Buffalo's first four games, including vs. Jets, Dolphins
‘While he won’t start the season on the active roster, Miller has been making strides in his recovery. Bills general manager Brandon Beane told reporters on July 31 that Miller was in a “great spot.” Beane also stressed that the Bills were going to air on the side of caution regarding Miller.’
Damar Hamlin makes Bills' final 53-man roster eight months after suffering cardiac arrest on field, per report
‘Whether Hamlin would ever play football again was unknown for a lot of the offseason, but the 25-year-old was determined to get back with his team, saying the scary moment on the field was “not the end of my story.” Almost five months after the incident he was cleared to resume football activities, starting with individual drills and OTAs before graduating to a full participant in practice.’
Bills Pass Rusher Von Miller to Start Season on PUP List, per Report
‘Buffalo opens the season on Monday Night Football against the Jets and Aaron Rodgers, then face the Raiders, Commanders and Dolphins through Week 4. Miller is first eligible to return during Week 5 when the Bills host the Jaguars.’
How long is Von Miller out? Latest updates as Bills pass rusher set to miss start of season after ACL injury
‘The Bills are looking to bounce back in 2023 after that disappointing loss. The team has a tough schedule, but there was some hope that Miller would be ready to return to the team by the start of the 2023 NFL season. That would give them a better chance to compete in what figures to be a loaded AFC.’
Bills solidify 53-man roster by announcing 27 cuts
‘The team announced a total of 27 cuts with some of the notable releases including linebacker A.J. Klein, long snapper Reid Ferguson, wide receiver Andy Isabella and offensive lineman David Quessenberry.’
Reports: Von Miller to be placed on Reserve/PUP list to start 2023 season
‘The 34-year-old has been working off to the side at practices in Orchard Park, even getting to a point where’s been wearing padded pants during his sessions. However, it wasn’t enough to allow him to be ready for the Week 1 opener against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on Sept. 11.’
Report: Bills trade pass rusher Boogie Basham to Giants
‘Basham got caught up in a roster logjam at the pass rush position along with the likes of 2020 second-round pick A.J. Epenesa, 2021 first-round pick Greg Rousseau, veterans Shaq Lawson, Von Miller and Leonard Floyd, and players who stood out in training camp and the preseason like Kingsley Jonathan and Kameron Cline.’
Capaccio: no panic button with Miller out
‘Capaccio says as much as the Bills would love to have Miller start the season, the move is not a surprise. “Most people knew that he would have a chance to start on the PUP list to start the season. That’s why they went out and signed Leonard Floyd in the offseason,” says Capaccio. Floyd has been one the leaders in sacks over the past three seasons.’
Buffalo Bills announce roster moves to set initial 53-man roster
‘According to a report from Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic, Reid Ferguson is expected to be re-signed Wednesday afternoon.’
Buffalo Bills edge rusher Von Miller to begin season on the active/PUP list
‘Miller was placed on the active/PUP list in July as he continues to recover from a knee injury that he suffered in November 2022 against the Detroit Lions. 7 Sports spoke with Miller after he was placed on the active/PUP list who said he wasn’t viewing it as a setback.’