Time: 2024-08-11
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver suffered an injury during the first play of the team 's first preseason game in 2024 . Oliver , who is in his sixth season with the Bills , was slow to get up after a tackle on Chicago Bears ' D'Andre Swift . He was escorted off the field by trainers and taken to the blue medical tent for evaluation.
After spending some time in the tent , Oliver was seen sitting on the bench as the Bears advanced down the field . However , he eventually put his helmet back on , indicating that he may be ready to return to the game . Unfortunately , the Bears scored a field goal before Oliver could rejoin the defense on the field.
Despite the setback , Oliver was cleared to return to the game after the Buffalo offense failed to gain a first down . The team announced that Oliver was dealing with a knee injury . However , even though he was cleared to play , Oliver remained on the sideline as the second - team defense took over for the Bills.
Throughout the game , fans and teammates were concerned about Oliver 's condition and whether he would be able to continue playing in the preseason . The injury update provided some relief , but the decision to keep him on the sideline raised questions about the severity of the knee injury and his potential return to the field in the upcoming games.
As a key player for the Buffalo Bills , Ed Oliver 's presence on the field is crucial for the team 's success in the NFL Preseason . His experience and skills as a defensive tackle make him a valuable asset , and any extended absence due to injury could impact the team 's performance . Fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on Oliver 's condition and hoping for a speedy recovery so that he can rejoin the lineup for the upcoming games.