Buffalo Bills' Terrel Bernard injury update ahead of Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 5:59 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard missed practice on August 25, raising concerns ahead of the Week 1 opener against the Houston Texans on September 13. However, head coach Joe Brady stated that there is no lingering concern regarding Bernard's absence, and he is expected to be ready for the regular-season start. Preseason preparations are underway, and the Bills have time to manage injuries among key players, with several others also sidelined. Bernard, a crucial defensive player, dealt with an ankle issue last season and was seen in a walking boot recently. The Bills aim for a fully healthy roster as they approach the preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 27.
- •Terrel Bernard missed practice on August 25 but is expected to start in Week 1.
- •Head coach Joe Brady reassured there are no lasting concerns about Bernard's injury.
- •The Bills' preseason finale is against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 27.
- •Several other players are also dealing with injuries ahead of the regular season.
- •The team faces the Houston Texans in their season opener on September 13.
- 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Bills Get Major Terrel Bernard Injury Update Ahead of Week 1
"The Buffalo Bills need every player possible on the roster ahead of their Week 1 fixture when the season begins. Fortunately, there’s encouraging news about Terrel Bernard after the linebacker missed Monday’s practice. Head coach Joe Brady indicated there is no concern that Bernard’s absence will become a lingering issue. With Buffalo preparing for its […] The post Bills Get Major Terrel Bernard Injury Update Ahead of Week 1 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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