Ed Oliver Injury Update : When Will Ed Oliver Return?

Updated 21 November 2025 10:39 AM

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Ed Oliver Injury Update : When Will Ed Oliver Return?

Ed Oliver Injury Update

Ed Oliver's injury, a torn biceps suffered in Week 8, has left the Bills without their defensive anchor right when things were getting gritty. It’s that sort of setback you hope is just a bad dream, but here we are Oliver’s range of motion is slowly returning, and his Instagram posts have become a low-key source of optimism for Buffalo fans. The guy’s scars are healing, and he’s flexing his arm like a wounded superhero making a comeback.

On a post shared on X, Sal Capaccio (@SalSports) reported that Bills DT Ed Oliver, who is still on Injured Reserve following biceps surgery, made an appearance on the practice field with his teammates. Despite his recovery, Oliver seemed to be in good spirits, even having some fun with the cameras.

The news from Ian Rapoport is clear he’ll miss this regular season. But recovery looks strong. There’s a low hum of hope around the locker room, and Buffalo fans are clinging to it as tightly as their tailgate chicken wings.

When Will Ed Oliver Return?

Ed Oliver is expected to miss the rest of the regular season, but hope is very much alive for a playoff return possibly as soon as the Wild Card round, or, if things run long, by the Divisional round. Ian Rapoport’s update for fans is cautiously hopeful: Oliver’s on track, he’s ticking the rehab boxes, and there’s “a real chance” he’ll be suited up when every snap counts most.

On a post shared on X, Alex Brasky (@alexbrasky) provided good news regarding Ed Oliver. Previous reports have suggested that Oliver could return for the playoffs, with the possibility of him being back as early as the Wild Card round.

Bills coaches haven’t circled a date in marker just yet, and, let’s be real, recovery from a torn biceps can swing in either direction. But Oliver’s updates (videos, post-surgery progress) keep nudging optimism up. Honestly, seeing a player so eager already flashing range-of-motion drills just feels like a tiny win in a season full of setbacks.

Ed Oliver Stats

Here are on Ed Oliver’s 2025 stats :

Stat

Value

SOLO Tackles

10

Sacks

3

Forced Fumbles

1

Interceptions

0

Disclaimer :

This article provides updates based on publicly available reports and the latest statements from team officials and reputable sports journalists. Player return timelines and injury recoveries can change unexpectedly; always verify any last-minute news with official Buffalo Bills sources or trusted NFL media before making decisions based on this information.

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