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Buffalo Bills' Milano Faces Week-to-Week Injury Setback

10/7/2025

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Milano's Injury Update

Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano is week to week after reinjuring his pectoral vs. Patriots, having returned from a 2.5-game absence.
McDermott said Milano's absence could extend beyond one game.
Dorian Williams is day-to-day, nearing return from a knee injury.
Shaq Thompson played 67% of snaps in Milano's absence, with Terrel Bernard remaining on the field for the game.

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Worthy's Game Status

Xavier Worthy of the Kansas City Chiefs is questionable for Monday’s game vs. Jacksonville Jaguars due to shoulder and ankle injuries; Ian Rapoport says he’s expected to play.
Worthy posted 121 yards from scrimmage after returning from a torn labrum.
Travon Walker is questionable for the Jaguars after wrist surgery.
The Chiefs (2-2) and Jaguars (3-1) meet on Monday Night Football.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's concussion crisis intensified in 2011, prompting the league to enforce stricter protocols after over 200 reported concussions that season. This followed years of criticism regarding player safety and long-term health risks, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Today, ongoing injuries like those of Matt Milano and Xavier Worthy highlight the persistent challenges in ensuring player safety and effective management strategies.

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Milano's Injury Update

Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano is week to week after reinjuring his pectoral vs. Patriots, having returned from a 2.5-game absence.
McDermott said Milano's absence could extend beyond one game.
Dorian Williams is day-to-day, nearing return from a knee injury.
Shaq Thompson played 67% of snaps in Milano's absence, with Terrel Bernard remaining on the field for the game.

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