Bills' Michael Hoecht returns to practice post-Achilles tear at training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Michael Hoecht participated in the first day of Buffalo Bills training camp, showing no injury designation. Head coach Joe Brady praised Hoecht's rehabilitation from a ruptured Achilles sustained last November. Although Hoecht will have limited reps to manage his condition, he is expected to take part in team drills. His versatility and competitive nature are seen as key assets for the Bills' defense.
- •Hoecht begins camp without an injury designation.
- •He suffered an Achilles rupture in November 2025.
- •Brady emphasized managing Hoecht's workload during practice.
- •Hoecht's versatility is crucial for defensive schemes.
- •He is set to compete for a full-season role if healthy.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Injury update: Bills' Michael Hoecht post-Achilles tear at training camp
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