Ed Oliver returns to Bills practice, remains sidelined with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Ed Oliver attended Buffalo Bills practice on August 24, but did not participate due to an injury. This marked the first practice since the tragic news of his son's accidental drowning earlier this summer became public. The defensive tackle was seen interacting with teammates and stretching on the field. Oliver, who missed most of the previous season due to injuries, is currently preparing as the Bills open their season against the Houston Texans.
- •Ed Oliver did not practice but was present at Bills training.
- •Oliver's son tragically drowned in a swimming pool this summer.
- •He has yet to participate in a preseason game.
- •Oliver missed most of the 2025 season due to various injuries.
- •The Bills' season opener is against the Houston Texans.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Ed Oliver in good spirits, but still not practicing following tragic news
"Ed Oliver was in good spirits on Monday at Bills' practice.
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