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Player DetailMatt Milano
Matt Milano Injury News & Updates
Oct 29, 2025
Practices in full
Milano (pectoral) will practice in full Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 31-year-old had missed Buffalo's last two games due to a pectoral injury that he aggravated in the Week 5 loss to the Patriots, but Wednesday's full practice suggests he's moved past the issue. Milano has appeared in three games for the Bills this year, recording 15 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, over 100 defensive snaps. Now fully healthy, he's expected to start alongside Terrel Bernard in the Bills' linebacker corps.
Oct 26, 2025
Not cleared to return Week 8
Milano (pectoral) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Despite the extra rest courtesy of the Week 7 bye, Milano will miss a second consecutive game to a pectoral injury that he aggravated during the Bills' Week 5 loss to the Patriots. Shaq Thompson will continue to work in an expanded role in the Bills' defense for as long as Milano is sidelined.
Oct 24, 2025
Questionable to face Panthers
Milano (pectoral) will be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano sat out Buffalo's Week 6 loss to the Falcons but has a chance to return in Week 8 following the Bills' Week 7 bye. If Milano remains sidelined against the Panthers, Shaq Thompson would likely draw another start.
Oct 22, 2025
Limited Wednesday
Milano (pectoral) will practice in a limited fashion Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed the Bills' Week 6 loss to the Falcons after aggravating his pectoral injury the game prior. However, he's returned to limited practice Wednesday following Buffalo's Week 7 bye. The veteran linebacker's practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can suit up Sunday, when the Bills face the Panthers.
Oct 11, 2025
Won't play Monday
Milano (pectoral) has been ruled out for Buffalo's matchup versus the Falcons on Monday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is set to miss his third game in the last four weeks after re-aggravating his pectoral injury in the team's Week 5 loss to versus the Patriots. In the 31-year-old's absence, Shaq Thompson should get the start at linebacker once again. Milano will now have the upcoming bye week to get healthy and will look to return Week 8 versus the Panthers.
Oct 9, 2025
Won't practice Thursday
Bills coach Sean McDermott said Milano (pectoral) will not participate in Thursday's practice, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is still considered week-to-week due to the pectoral injury that forced him to miss two games before returning to action Week 5, then aggravating the issue after playing 32 defensive snaps. It looks as though the veteran linebacker is trending in the wrong direction for Monday's game against the Falcons, after which point Buffalo will benefit from a Week 7 bye to get healthy. If Milano isn't cleared for Monday Night Football, Shaq Thompson will be positioned for an expanded role.
Oct 6, 2025
Week-to-week with pectoral injury
Head coach Sean McDermott said Monday that Milano is "week-to-week" due to a pectoral injury that he aggravated during the first half of Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Patriots, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
A pectoral injury kept Milano sidelined in the two games prior to Week 5. He was given the green light to play against New England, when he played 32 snaps on defense and made an immediate impact with six tackles (three solo), but the veteran linebacker did not see the field for the entire second half after aggravating the injury. Milano is in jeopardy of being sidelined for the Bills' Week 6 clash against the Falcons on Monday, Oct. 13, so his practice participation over the coming week will be worth monitoring closely. Shaq Thompson would be in line to see a bigger role at linebacker if Milano were to miss time.
Oct 5, 2025
Questionable to return Sunday
Milano (pectoral) is questionable to return to Sunday night's game versus the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Milano may have tweaked his previous pectoral injury that had sidelined him for two weeks prior to Sunday, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, Shaq Thompson stands to see an increase in workload at weakside linebacker against New England.
Oct 5, 2025
All set for Week 5
Milano (pectoral) is active for Sunday night's contest against New England.
ANALYSIS
Milano will make his return to action after missing two games with a pectoral injury that he suffered in Week 2 versus the Jets. The 31-year-old will be back in his starting role weakside linebacker, potentially pushing Shaq Thompson to the bench in Week 5.
Oct 3, 2025
Questionable for Week 5
Milano (pectoral) was a limited participant in Friday's practice and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed the Bills' last two games due to a pectoral injury that he suffered against the Jets in Week 2. He was a limited participant in practice all week, and his questionable tag puts him in position to return for Sunday's AFC East tilt. His official status may not be known until approximately 90 minutes before the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, when the Bills would announce their list of inactive players. Milano's return would bolster a Bills' linebacker corps that will already be without Dorian Williams (knee).
Oct 1, 2025
Starts week with limited practice
Milano (pectoral) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano was injured in Week 2 and has missed the Bills' last two contests, but a limited practice to start the week would suggest Milano is nearing a return to game action.
Sep 26, 2025
Ruled out for Week 4
Milano (pectoral) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano was injured in Week 2 against the Jets and will miss his second straight contest. Terrel Bernard, Dorian Williams and Shaq Thompson figure to handle linebacker duties again without Milano.
Sep 24, 2025
Sidelined Wednesday
Milano (pectoral) won't practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters that Milano's injury continues to improve, according to Glab, but he'll remain sidelined at Wednesday's practice. The veteran inside linebacker likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday to play in Buffalo's Week 4 matchup against the Saints.
Sep 20, 2025
No IR move yet
Coach Sean McDermott said Friday that the team has chosen not to place Milano, who missed Thursday's win over the Dolphins with a pectoral injury, on IR, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McDermott said Milano "is improving" and he'll now have an extra three days off ahead of Buffalo's Week 4 matchup against the Saints. Dorian Williams, who posted six tackles Thursday and has proven to be a capable backup for his injury-prone teammate, stands to see more time until Milano is back to 100 percent.
Sep 17, 2025
Out for Week 3
Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters Wednesday that Milano (pectoral) won't play in Thursday night's matchup against the Dolphins, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
ANALYSIS
The 31-year-old from Boston College sustained a pectoral injury in Buffalo's Week 2 win over the Jets, so it's no surprise he won't play on short rest Thursday night. Milano has battled injuries injuries over the past three seasons, appearing in just 11 regular-season contests since 2023. In his absence, Shaq Thompson (hamstring) and Joe Andreessen are expected to see increased defensive reps in Week 3.
Sep 16, 2025
Unlikely to play
Milano (pectoral) isn't expected to play in Buffalo's matchup versus the Dolphins on Thursday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is trending in the wrong direction after missing practice the past two days due to a the pectoral injury he suffered during the team's Week 2 win versus the Jets. With Shaq Thompson (hamstring) dealing with an injury as well, Joe Andreessen could be in line for an increased workload Thursday if Milano can't play.
Sep 16, 2025
Could practice Wednesday
Milano (pectoral) did not participate in Tuesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano has opened the week with back-to-back DNPs due to a pectoral injury that he suffered during the Bills' Week 2 win over the Jets, but head coach Sean McDermott relayed Tuesday that Milano and Ed Oliver (ankle) could be back at pracitce Wednesday, per Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News. Milano would have to practice in at least a limited capacity in order to have a shot at playing against the Dolphins on Thursday. If he's not cleared to play, Joe Andreessen and Dorian Williams would see their snaps on defense increase significantly in Thursday's AFC East clash.
Sep 15, 2025
Suffers pectoral injury vs. NYJ
Milano did not participate in Monday's walk-thru practice due to a pectoral injury, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano logged five tackles (two solo) during the Bills' win over the Jets on Sunday, but the veteran linebacker has come out of that game worse for wear. Head coach Sean McDermott said Monday that he doesn't have a timeline for Milano's return, and the 2017 fifth-rounder is in jeopardy of missing Thursday's game against the Dolphins. Joe Andreessen and Dorian Williams would be in line to see more snaps at linebacker if Milano is not cleared to play.
Sep 9, 2025
Solid outing in win
Milano tallied four tackles (four solo), with 1.0 sacks, during the Bills' win versus the Ravens on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Milano had a strong outing in his season debut as he recorded one of the team's two sacks of Lamar Jackson. Milano was limited to just nine games across the past two seasons due injuries but will look to stay healthy and return to his typical production during the current campaign.
Mar 18, 2025
Restructures deal
Milano agreed to restructure his contract with the Bills on Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano agreed to shorten his contract with the Bills by a year, leaving him with one year remaining on his deal. It's worth noting the restructure also amounts to a pay cut freeing up roughly $6 million in salary cap space, but the veteran can earn that back in incentives. The 2022 All-Pro linebacker has spent his first eight seasons in Buffalo, only appearing in nine games the last two seasons due to injury.
Feb 4, 2025
Another injury-plagued campaign
Milano, who tore his biceps during training camp, only played in four regular-season games in 2024, making 16 tackles (seven solo) and recovering two fumbles.
ANALYSIS
The 2022 First Team All-Pro didn't make his season debut until December, though he played up to his usual standard in three playoff games, recording 17 tackles (12 solo), including 2.0 sacks. In 2023, Milano fractured his leg in Week 5, missing the rest of the season. That came after he signed a two-year extension through 2026.
Jan 24, 2025
Ready for AFC Championship Game
Milano (hamstring/elbow) practiced in full Friday and does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's road AFC Championship Game at Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Milano will be available for the Bills' key road playoff matchup against the Chiefs, as the team finally looks to advance past Kansas City and to the Super Bowl during the Josh Allen-era. The standout linebacker has played 80-plus percent of defensive snaps during each of Buffalo's playoff games thus far, in which span he's totaled eight tackles (four solo) and one sack.
Jan 24, 2025
Upgrades to full practice
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Milano (hamstring/elbow) will practice in full Friday, Maddy Glab of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McDermott said the team will still have to see how things go regarding Milano's status for Sunday's AFC Championship Game in Kansas City, a potential indication that the veteran linebacker could still carry a 'questionable' designation on Friday's official injury report. Nonetheless, to see Milano close out his week of practice with a full session bodes well for his chances of suiting up versus the Chiefs.
Jan 23, 2025
Still nursing hamstring injury
Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano has been limited in consecutive practices due to a hamstring injury he likely picked up during Buffalo's divisional-round win over Baltimore. He's not in realistic danger of missing Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Kansas City unless he suffers a setback in Friday's practice. Since being activated off injured reserve in Week 13, Milano has accumulated 24 tackles (11 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two fumble recoveries across six games (including two playoff contests).
Jan 22, 2025
Limited at practice
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday that Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano played a season-high 88 percent of defensive snaps during last Sunday's divisional-round win over the Ravens, in which he compiled three tackles (one solo). The veteran linebacker appears to have picked up a hamstring issue in the process, but he'll have two more days to upgrade his activity levels before Buffalo discloses designations for Sunday's AFC Championship Game at Kansas City.
Dec 27, 2024
Cleared to play Week 17
Milano (biceps/groin) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
After logging a limited estimation Wednesday, Milano practiced fully Thursday and Friday and appears ready to return following a one-game absence. In three games this season, Milano has logged 11 tackles (five solo) and one fumble recovery.
Dec 26, 2024
Logs full practice Thursday
Milano (biceps/groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano was unable to play against the Patriots in Week 16 due to bicep and groin injuries. His ability to log a full practice Thursday indicates that he is on track to play against the Jets on Sunday. Milano has logged 11 tackles (five solo) and one fumble recovery in three regular-season games.
Dec 22, 2024
Inactive Week 16
Milano (biceps/groin) will not play in Sunday's game versus the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Milano injured his groin in last week's win over the Lions. He finished the week as a limited participant at practice, but he ultimately will not get permission to suit up. He will now miss his twelfth full outing of the season. As a result, Dorian Williams figures to be the likely candidate to fill in at weakside linebacker.
Dec 20, 2024
Questionable for Sunday
Milano (biceps/groin) will be a limited participant in the Bills' final practice of the week and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano suffered a groin injury this past weekend against the Lions and had to exit the matchup in the second half. He'll now be limited in Buffalo's final practice before the weekend, and he's in jeopardy of missing his twelfth full outing of the season. Friday's practice should give a better indication on whether he'll see the field or not, but the decision may not be made until Sunday afternoon before kickoff.
Dec 15, 2024
Injures groin versus Detroit
Milano exited Sunday's game against the Lions with a groin injury and is questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Prior to leaving in the second half, Milano registered three tackles (zero solo) and one QB hit. Baylon Spector is next up for snaps at linebacker for Buffalo while Milano is sidelined.
Dec 3, 2024
Not limited in season debut
Milano logged 77 percent of Buffalo's defensive snaps and recorded five tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 35-10 Week 13 win against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed the first 12 weeks of the campaign due to a torn biceps, but even in slippery and snowy conditions Sunday, he saw plenty of action. The veteran linebacker was on the field for 77 percent of Buffalo's defensive snaps while Dorian Williams, who had been starting in his place, played only on special teams. Milano thus appears set to be full-steam ahead for the remainder of the campaign as long as he can remain healthy.
Dec 1, 2024
Officially set for return
Milano is active for Sunday night's contest against the 49ers, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano will officially make his return to the field in Week 13 after missing the entirety of the season to this point with a torn biceps. The linebacker compiled 30 total tackles (18 solo), while adding two interceptions, two passes defensed and a forced fumble over five games in 2023 before a season-ending leg injury. Milano will now slot in at weakside linebacker on Buffalo's defense versus San Francisco.
Nov 30, 2024
Activated off IR
The Bills activated Milano (biceps) off injured reserve Saturday, and he remains questionable for Sunday's Week 13 game against San Francisco.
ANALYSIS
Milano tore his biceps in training camp and had been on injured reserve all season until Saturday. Though he's still deemed questionable for Sunday, the veteran linebacker has a good chance of suiting up after logging a trio of full practices this week. Milano's return could lead to less defensive snaps for Dorian Williams.
Nov 29, 2024
Could see first action of season
Milano (biceps) is questionable for Sunday night's game against the 49ers, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is one of the NFL's better all-around linebackers but also one of the more injury-prone ones. He's yet to play in a game this season after seeing action in just five regular-season contests in 2023. While he may not see a full workload right away even if he does return Sunday night, the 9-2 Bills have aspirations toward a deep playoff run, and having the heartbeat of their defense back out there would certainly help that aim.
Nov 27, 2024
Practices in full
Milano (biceps) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano practiced in full for the first time since being designated to return from injured reserve Nov. 13, suggesting he's trending toward returning for Sunday's matchup against the 49ers. However, the 30-year-old linebacker must still be activated to Buffalo's active roster in order to suit up in Week 13. If Milano is active Sunday, it will be his first appearance of the season after tearing his biceps in mid-August.
Nov 15, 2024
Ruled out for Week 11
Milano (biceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Milano was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window, but he was never expected to play versus Kansas City. Buffalo has a Week 12 bye, so a Week 13 return against San Francisco makes more sense for the Buffalo linebacker.
Nov 13, 2024
Gets in limited practice
Milano (biceps) was a limited participant in Wednesday's walk-through.
ANALYSIS
Milano was officially designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window. He suffered a torn biceps back on Aug. 15 and has yet to play this season. Milano is not expected to be activated in time for Sunday's clash with the Chiefs, but a return to the field appears to be in the near future.
Nov 13, 2024
Returns to practice
Milano (biceps) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano will now have a 21-day window to practice with the team before needing to be moved to the active roster. The Boston College product is expected to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday when he returns to the field and is not expected to play Sunday against the Chiefs.
Nov 11, 2024
Window to open soon
Head coach Sean McDermott stated Monday that Milano (biceps) will be designated to return from injured reserve this week.
ANALYSIS
Milano's designation to return will be a major hurdle cleared for his return to action and open up the ability for him to practice with the team. However, McDermott said the Boston College product will not play Sunday against the Chiefs. With the Bills having a Week 12 bye, his next opportunity to make his season debut would be Dec. 1 against the 49ers.
Oct 30, 2024
Progress in recovery being made
Head coach Sean McDermott stated Wednesday that there is hope Milano (biceps) will return this year, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano suffered a torn biceps during training camp, but he's moving in the right direction, according to McDermott. The initial hope was the Boston College product would be able to return sometime in December, but it's not clear if that timeline may have shifted at all. With December still a few weeks away, it's likely a more definitive date for Milano's return won't come anytime too soon.
Aug 27, 2024
Placed on IR-R
The Bills placed Milano (biceps) on the IR-designated to return Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Milano was diagnosed with torn biceps on August 15, and he will likely miss a majority of the 2024 campaign. The veteran linebacker will be eligible to return at some point during the season, but his absence will provide increased snaps for Terrel Bernard, Dorian Williams and Nicholas Morrow.
Aug 15, 2024
Diagnosed with torn biceps
Milano has been diagnosed with a torn biceps and will undergo surgery with hope of returning late in the 2024 season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Schefter suggests that returning in December might be a reasonable goal for Milano, whose 2023 campaign ended Week 5 when he suffered a fractured leg. The linebacker worked his way back to full health and had been participating in training camp without limitations, but he's now set to miss a majority of his age-30 season, leaving more LB snaps for Dorian Williams and Nicholas Morrow (groin). Terrel Bernard appears locked in for an every-down role and is Buffalo's best IDP option at the position.
Jul 24, 2024
Past leg issue
General manager Brandon Beane told reporters that Milano will participate fully in Wednesday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano fractured his leg during Week 5 of the Bills' 2023 campaign, but it now appears as if he's moved past the issue. The veteran linebacker is an integral part of Buffalo's defense, and he's expected to remain one of the team's top inside linebackers now that he's returned from injury.
Jun 11, 2024
Limited at minicamp
Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (leg) will be limited at Tuesday's practice, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is working his way back from a right leg fracture, and while McDermott said earlier this offseason that it likely won't be until training camp that he participates in drills, it's encouraging to see the veteran already practicing in a limited capacity. The standout linebacker appears on a good track to be ready for Week 1 of the 2024 season, barring any setbacks.
May 21, 2024
Recovering as scheduled
Milano (leg) is "on schedule" in his recovery from a fractured leg, head coach Sean McDermott said Tuesday, Dan Fetes of 13WHAM reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is still in recovery mode, and he likely won't participate in drills until closer to training camp, McDermott added. However, as long as he stays on schedule, the veteran linebacker should be ready to go when Week 1 of the 2024 campaign begins.
Jan 23, 2024
No timeline yet
Milano (leg) doesn't have a rehab timeline, though Bills GM Brandon Beane said Tuesday that the linebacker is "probably closer to being through rehab" than cornerback Tre'Davious White (Achilles), Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills lost two of their best defenders to season-ending injuries in early October, with Milano fracturing his leg one week after White tore an Achilles' tendon. The latter is more likely to be a concern for 2024, though it's certainly possible Milano's rehab process impacts his spring/summer as he prepares for his age-30 season. The linebacker is under contract through 2026, including a fully guaranteed $4.125 million base salary (and $12.437 million cap hit) for 2024.
Nov 17, 2023
Not expected to return this season
Coach Sean McDermott said Friday he doesn't believe Milano (leg) has a chance to return from IR this season, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano suffered a fractured right leg early October, one of numerous brutal injuries for Buffalo's defense this season. At the time of Milano's injury McDermott insinuated that the All-Pro linebacker could have a chance to return down the stretch, but it sounds like that's no longer in play. As such, Milano's attention will be turned to making a full recovery for the 2024 campaign.
Oct 11, 2023
Shifts to IR
The Bills placed Milano (leg) on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Milano is set to miss significant time due to a fractured right leg suffered during Sunday's loss to the Jaguars, so his move to injured reserve comes as little surprise. Buffalo is also waiting the results of an MRI to determine whether the All-Pro linebacker has suffered an additional knee injury, though Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports that coach Sean McDermott said "the door hasn't been shut" on him making a return down the stretch.
Oct 8, 2023
Fractures leg, likely done for 2023
Milano has been diagnosed with a fractured leg and is also feared to have suffered a season-ending knee injury in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Jaguars, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his knee as the Bills look to determine whether he suffered any ligament damage, but even if the fractured leg is the most serious of his injuries, the star linebacker appears set to miss extended time. The loss of Milano is a significant for the Buffalo defense, as the 29-year-old was a first-team All-Pro selection in 2022 and was off to another strong start to the first five games of the 2023 season with 30 tackles, two interceptions and a forced fumble. Dorian Williams and Tyrel Dodson are expected to benefit the most from a playing-time standpoint while Milano is out.
Oct 8, 2023
Ruled out Sunday
Milano, who was carted off the field during Sunday's game against the Jaguars, had a full cast on his leg from his shin to his thigh, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano registered three tackles before the injury occurred. Per Rapoport, the full cast on Milano's right leg is indicative of a major injury and the star linebacker could miss significant time this season.
Oct 8, 2023
Leaves with knee injury
Milano left with a knee injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game in London against Jacksonville and will not return, the NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano was carted to the locker room and had an air cast on his leg. This is a huge blow to the Bills defense.
Sep 18, 2023
Picks off another pass
Milano recorded four tackles and an interception in Sunday's 38-10 win versus Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
With the game already in hand and the Raiders in desperation mode, Milano jumped in front of a Jimmy Garoppolo pass intended for Josh Jacobs late in the third quarter to notch his second interception of the year. He's also still on pace for more than 100 tackles over a full season and is therefore a fine option at IDP heading into a Week 3 matchup at Washington.
Sep 12, 2023
Eight tackles, interception in loss
Milano recorded eight tackles (three solo) while also intercepting a pass and deflecting another in Monday's 22-16 loss to the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Milano was very active on the Bills' defense as per usual, but he was able to slide in front of Zach Wilson's pass for an interception late in the first half. The linebacker matched his career-high with three picks in 2022 and he's off to a strong start this season.
Aug 7, 2023
Back to work
Milano was able to practice Sunday after missing Friday's session due to general soreness, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
There never seemed to be any real concern for Buffalo's best linebacker, who should be slated to pick up a slew of tackles this season while surrounded by a crew of talented yet unproven linebacker teammates.
Aug 5, 2023
Misses Friday's session
Milano missed practice Friday due to general soreness, Alec White and Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site report.
ANALYSIS
The Bills often bake in a few rest days for veterans like Milano during the grueling summer work anyway, so this doesn't sound like anything serious for the team's best linebacker. Milano will be counted on to do even more this season with Tremaine Edmunds off to Chicago in free agency, so he's a good bet -- health permitting -- to reach 100-plus tackles for the first time since the 2019 season.
Mar 12, 2023
Gets two more years
Milano signed a two-year contract extension Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano's contract will now run through the 2026 season, while also creating $6 million in cap space this offseason for the Bills. The veteran linebacker completed arguably his best statistical season in 2022, recording 99 tackles (72 solo), 1.5 sacks, 11 passes defended and three interceptions. He'll remain an integral piece of the Bills' defense next season, and likely multiple years beyond that now.
Dec 26, 2022
Moderate effort in win
Milano recorded six tackles (four solo) and one pass defensed during Saturday's 35-13 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Milano logged a respectable six stops in the Week 16 contest versus Chicago, as he now has 91 total tackles across 14 games played this year. The 223-pound linebacker should once again play a significant role defensively when the Bills square up against Cincinnati next Monday night.
Dec 19, 2022
Collects eight stops in win
Milano finished with eight tackles (three solo) in Saturday's game against the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Milano hasn't missed a defensive snap since Week 6, recording 53 tackles (35 solo), 1.5 sacks, one passes defended and one interception over this stretch. The linebacker shouldn't have much difficulty recording 100-plus tackles for the first time since 2019, assuming he's able to remain healthy.
Dec 15, 2022
Good to go Week 15
Milano (knee) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Saturday's game versus Miami.
ANALYSIS
Milano has been considered day-to-day with a knee injury that kept him sidelined during practice Tuesday and Wednesday. He only managed to log a limited session Thursday, the linebacker is nonetheless still scheduled to play Saturday. Milano followed a similar practice structure last week before playing every defensive snap in Sunday's win over the Jets, so his usage doesn't figure to be limited while facing Miami's high-flying offense either. The 28-year-old has accumulated 77 tackles, one sack, two fumble recoveries and eight passes defended, including two interceptions, over 12 games this season.
Dec 14, 2022
Unavailable for practice
Milano (knee) will not practice Wednesday, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano continues to deal with the knee injury that hobbled him last week in practice, but considering the fact that he played in Week 14, he seems likely to be able to go Saturday versus the Dolphins. In the off chance he can't go, Tyrel Dodson would step into a larger role.
Dec 13, 2022
Logs nine tackles, recovers fumble
Milano recorded nine tackles (seven solo), two passes defensed and one fumble recovery in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Milano, who entered the Week 14 matchup versus the Jets with a questionable tag due to a knee issue, didn't show any signs of injury with his game-high nine stops. The 28-year old also recovered a fumble late in the fourth quarter to keep it a two-score game, and he'll now enter this weekend's contest against Miami with another anticipated every-down role.
Dec 11, 2022
Playing Sunday
Milano (knee) is active Sunday against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Milano closed out the week with a limited practice Friday, paving the way for him to take the field Sunday. His ability to suit up is certainly good news for the Bills' defense when they host the Jets on Sunday.
Dec 9, 2022
Limited practice Friday
Milano (knee) was a limited participant at practice Friday, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
ANALYSIS
After missing the first two practices of the week, Milano was able to log a limited practice Friday, opening the door for him to play Sunday against the Jets. The linebacker picked up the knee injury in Week 13 versus the Patriots and if he can't go in Week 14, A.J. Klein and Tyler Matakevich would likely step into larger roles against New York.
Dec 7, 2022
Battling knee issue
Milano didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a knee issue, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Sean McDermott referred to Milano as day-to-day with the knee injury, which the linebacker presumably picked up during the Bills' Week 13 win over the Patriots last Thursday. Milano will have two more opportunities to get back on the practice field before the Bills decide whether he carries an injury designation into Sunday's contest against the Jets. Through 11 appearances on the season, Milano has tallied 67 tackles, six pass breakups, two interceptions, one fumble recovery and one touchdown.
Nov 22, 2022
Fills box score in win
Milano recorded 12 tackles (eight solo), including one sack, and recovered a fumble during Sunday's 31-23 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old showed up all over the field with fellow starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (groin) sidelined Week 12. Milano recorded double-digit tackles for the second time this season, and he also came away with his first turnover and first sack of the season. Even though Milano already played nearly every defensive snap in all but two of his nine games this season, he could continue to see increased production if Edmunds remains out against Detroit on Thanksgiving Day.
Nov 17, 2022
Back at practice Thursday
Milano (illness) was listed as a full participant on the Bills' injury report Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Milano returned to practice Thursday after he, and several other Bills players, were sidelined with an illness during the team's first practice Week 11. Outside of his lone absence against the Jets in Week 9, the 28-year-old linebacker has played a prominent role for the Bills' defense this season, recording 43 tackles, five passes defended, two interceptions and a defensive touchdown. With team-leading tackler Tremaine Edmunds (groin) sidelined during practice Thursday, Milano could be used as Buffalo's primary run-stopper against the Browns' rush-heavy offense Sunday.
Nov 16, 2022
Out with illness
Milano missed practice Wednesday due to an illness.
ANALYSIS
Several Bills missed practice Wednesday due to illness, as the hits are starting to pile up for a team that's lost two straight games, contests where it had double-digit leads in each. If there's a bright side, it's that whatever is running through the locker room is happening earlier in the week and there's time to rest and heal up before Sunday's game against the Browns.
Nov 10, 2022
Sheds injury designation
Milano (oblique) was a full participant during practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed the team's loss to the Jets on Sunday, and was a limited participant in practice Wednesday. His return to full participation Thursday is certainly good news for the Bills' defense, while also signaling that the veteran linebacker should take the field Sunday against the Vikings.
Nov 9, 2022
Limited Wednesday
Milano (oblique) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano was sidelined for the team's Week 9 loss to the Jets, but he returned to practice to start Week 10 prep. The sixth-year linebacker will have two more opportunities to log a full participation before the Bills need to make a decision on Milano's status for Sunday's matchup against Minnesota.
Nov 7, 2022
Outlook better for Week 10
Coach Sean McDermott said Monday that Milano, who missed Sunday's loss to the Jets with an oblique injury, "is improving," Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills have a fantastic defense, but they are not very deep at linebacker and got absolutely gashed by the Jets' running game without Milano out there. Milano is an impactful enough player that those who roster Minnesota players will want to pay attention to his status leading up to Sunday's Week 10 matchup featuring two of the league's elite teams.
Nov 6, 2022
Inactive, as expected
Milano (oblique) is inactive Week 9 against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Despite entering the week with a questionable tag following a limited showing in Friday's practice, Milano wasn't expected to suit up for this contest. Terrel Bernard -- who had primarily been a special-teamer until recently -- is in line to get the start in Milano's stead.
Nov 6, 2022
Not expected to play
Milano (oblique) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's divisional matchup against the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano managed to resume practicing in a limited capacity Friday and is officially listed as questionable for Week 9, but it the Bills' standout linebacker isn't expected to be available at New York. If Milano is indeed ruled out ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, rookie third-round pick Terrel Bernard is expected to enter the starting lineup in his place.
Nov 5, 2022
Questionable for Week 9
Milano (oblique) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano finally returned to a limited practice Friday after sitting out Wednesday and Thursday, so at least he's trending in the right direction. With starting safety Jordan Poyer already ruled out for Sunday's game with an elbow injury, it would certainly help the Bills if one of their other star defensive players is able to suit up for the divisional contest.
Nov 2, 2022
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Milano (oblique) was a non-participant during Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano suffered an oblique injury during the Bills' primetime win over the Packers in Week 8 and will remain sidelined to start Week 9 prep. The starting linebacker will have two more opportunities to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Jets.
Oct 31, 2022
Dealing with injury
Milano suffered an oblique injury in Monday night's win over the Packers, according to head coach Sean McDermott, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano was able to play 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in the contest, and he walked away with five tackles, a pass defensed and an interception. However, he apparently picked up the injury at some point during the game, which will need further evaluation before determining the extent of it.
Oct 4, 2022
Leads team in tackles
Milano recorded 13 tackles (11 solo), including two for loss, during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Milano led the team in tackles by notching a season-high 13 stops, giving him 27 through the first four games of the campaign. When healthy, the veteran linebacker has been a consistently productive member of the Bills defense and will look to build off his season-high performance against the Steelers in Week 5.
Sep 22, 2022
Returns 43-yard pick-six
Milano tallied three tackles (two solo) and one interception returned for a 43-yard touchdown during Monday's 41-7 victory over Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Milano intercepted a pass intended for Nick Westbrook-Ikhine in the third quarter before he was forced to exit Monday's win with a stinger. The starting inside linebacker still tied Tremaine Edmunds and Jordan Poyer for the Bills' second-most defensive snaps played against the Titans, and he will maintain a prominent role for Buffalo when healthy this season.
Sep 21, 2022
Full participant Wednesday
Milano (neck) was a full participant during Wednesday's walk-through practice, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano was ruled out for the remainder of Monday's blowout win over the Titans after suffering what was initially reported as a stinger. He's now being listed with a neck injury, but it doesn't appear to be a major issue and he should be good to go for Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.
Sep 19, 2022
Won't return Monday
Milano (stinger) was ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Milano appears to have sustained a stinger injury at some point Monday night, though the exact nature and severity of this injury are unclear. However, with Buffalo up big late in the fourth quarter, it's possible that the linebacker's absence could be more of a precautionary move heading into the team's next game against the Ravens on Sunday.
Dec 14, 2021
Tallies second sack
Milano had nine tackles (six solo) and one sack during Sunday's overtime loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Milano normally provides solid fantasy value due to his consistent involvement as a run stopper, but he managed to bring down Tom Brady during Sunday's narrow loss. Next on deck Week 15, Milano will work to contain a Panthers offense that may involve both Cam Newton and P.J. Walker under center.
Dec 4, 2021
Ready for Patriots
Milano (shoulder) does not have an injury designation for Monday's game against New England.
ANALYSIS
Milano logged two limited practices to begin the week, but he turned in a full session Saturday. His return to health will be a key for a Bills defense that will head into its first full game without Tre'Davious White (knee). Through 10 games this season, Milano has tallied 57 tackles, one sack and three passes defended while logging a snap rate above 75 percent in nine contests.
Dec 2, 2021
Limited to start week
Milano was listed as a limited participant for Thursday's practice due to a shoulder injury.
ANALYSIS
Given that this is the first practice of the week and Milano is at least practicing on some level, we'd be shocked if he didn't play in Monday's huge game against the division-leading Patriots. The bigger question is whether Milano -- who's posted at least eight tackles in each of the past three games -- can shake an injury designation before Saturday's final report.
Nov 24, 2021
Gets nine tackles
Milano recorded nine tackles (three solo) in the Bills' 41-15 loss to the Colts on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Milano's nine tackles ties his mark from the previous week, which are season highs. It appears he may be picking up steam as the season progresses after an injury riddled 2020 and a nagging hamstring injury early in 2021. Milano will look to keep rolling Thursday against the Saints.
Nov 19, 2021
Avoids injury designation
Milano (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup with the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Milano was limited at practice all week due to a shoulder injury, but the issue won't affect his availability for Sunday's contest. The 27-year-old should fill his usual every-down role for the Bills this weekend.
Nov 17, 2021
Starts week with DNP
Milano missed Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder issue.
ANALYSIS
Milano didn't appear injured during Sunday's lopsided win over the Jets, so perhaps this absence is more of the maintenance-related variety. With teammate Tremaine Edmunds out of action in Week 10 and starting Week 11 with a DNP, Milano's level of participation as the week goes on is worth watching for those using the Buffalo defense.
Nov 16, 2021
Helps shut down Jets
Milano tallied a season-high nine tackles and a pass defensed in Sunday's 45-17 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The nice thing about Milano's season to date is that he hasn't suffered through injuries, as he normally is working through one issue or another throughout the season. As for the negative, his tackle totals aren't great even though he's kept up his normal pace elsewhere with three passes defensed, two fumble recoveries and a sack. Teammate Tremaine Edmunds didn't play this week due to a hamstring injury, which seemed to get Milano in on more stops -- something to note if Edmunds' injury lingers into Week 11.
Oct 16, 2021
Sheds injury designation
Milano (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation heading into Monday's game against Tennessee, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano practiced fully Saturday after his reps were limited Thursday and Friday. As a result, he'll be back on the field following his one-game absence.
Oct 15, 2021
Limited again
Milano (hamstring) was limited at practice for the second straight day Friday.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed last week's big victory over the Chiefs after hurting himself in Week 4, so his presence for this week's trip to Tennessee is no sure thing. He does get the benefit of an extra day this week, as the Bills don't play until Monday. We'll get an official status for the key linebacker Saturday.
Oct 14, 2021
Still limited at practice
Milano (hamstring) remained a limited participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker was able to practice in a limited fashion last week before being ruled out versus the Chiefs. His practice status Friday will offer a better gage of his availability for Monday's matchup with the Titans. Milano has 19 tackles including a sack, while recovering two fumbles in four games this season.
Oct 10, 2021
Will be game-time decision
Milano (hamstring) remains a true game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs, Josina Anderson of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Anderson reports that Milano will go through a workout with Buffalo's trainer and linebacker coaches ahead of the game, which will determine his status for Sunday night's contest. If the 27-year-old is available, he will likely not be at 100 percent, but the Bills defense is a better unit when he is out there, even if not at full health.
Oct 8, 2021
Iffy for Sunday Night Football
Milano (hamstring) returned to practice on a limited basis Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Given his practice level this week of DNP-DNP-Limited, Milano looks like he'll truly come down to a game-time decision, and you can bet if he does suit up he won't be anywhere close to 100 percent. Still, he's proven to be so versatile and consistent with his defensive play that the Bills are a better team when he's on the field, even if it's not at full health. The team will certainly hope Milano can suit up for such an important game between AFC titans.
Oct 7, 2021
Murky for Week 5
Millano did not practice Thursday for the second straight day due to a hamstring injury.
ANALYSIS
The starting linebacker is probably going to have to log some form of activity Friday ahead of a big matchup against the Chiefs. The Bills have had a difficult enough time trying to slow down Patrick Mahomes & Co. in recent matchups, so coming up with a scheme to do so without one of their key defenders would add even more to the challenge.
Oct 6, 2021
Misses opening practice
Milano did not practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury.
ANALYSIS
Milano left Sunday's win over Houston and it was pretty apparent right away that he wasn't coming back, so his status will be very much in jeopardy for this week's AFC Championship rematch with the Chiefs. Milano is arguably the team's most consistent defender, so some careful planning would be involved if the Bills have to backfill his role this week. especially when you consider the weapons presented by the opponent.
Oct 3, 2021
Doubtful to return
Milano is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Texans due to a hamstring injury, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano went to the injury tent in the first half of Sunday's matchup after he recorded a pair of tackles in the first quarter. If he's unable to return, Andre Smith will likely see additional work.
Sep 29, 2021
Recovers fumble in win
Milano had six tackles (five solo), a pass defensed and a fumble recovery during Sunday's 43-21 win over Washington.
ANALYSIS
Milano played all 54 defensive snaps and finished second on the team in tackles, two of which went for a loss. The six tackles were a season high for the 27-year-old, who has 16 tackles (14 solo), a sack and two fumble recoveries through three games.
Sep 21, 2021
Fills up box score
Milano posted five tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery in the win over Miami on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
While Milano's 10 tackles through two games falls short of his usual pace, he's contributing elsewhere in the box score and looks fantastic early in the season. Milano also would have likely produced more had he not been give some rest late in Sunday's blowout game, as he finished with just 78 percent of the defensive snaps when he's typically close to 100. Also encouraging is that Milano was allowed to rush the passer more than we've seen in the past. As a former 101-tackle guy in 2019, Milano merits a look in IDP formats.
Sep 16, 2021
Practices fully Thursday
Milano (ankle) was a full practice participant Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Milano was limited at Wednesday's practice due to the ankle issue, but his quick return to full participation indicates it's not a serious concern. The 27-year-old totaled five tackles (four solo) and one pass breakup while playing every defensive snap during Sunday's season opener, and he'll be available for Week 2 barring a setback.
Sep 15, 2021
Starts week limited
Milano was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker wasn't his usual tackle-mongering self in Sunday's loss to the Steelers, posting just four stops, so perhaps the ankle was nagging at him on the field. That said, the fact that he was still able to practice to some degree this early in the week leaves his game status in decent shape for Week 2, when the Bills will take on the rival Dolphins.
Sep 8, 2021
Not listed on injury report
Milano (mouth) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.
ANALYSIS
Milano picked up a mouth injury early in camp but is ready to go for Week 1. The 27-year-old recorded 45 total tackles, 3.5 sacks and one interception in 10 games last season and is set to start at outside linebacker in Buffalo's 4-3 defense.
Aug 9, 2021
Suffers mouth injury
Milano left Monday's practice due to a mouth injury, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Typically, a mouth injury isn't too much to worry about for NFL players, but we'll keep tabs on it until the starting outside linebacker is back at practice.
Mar 11, 2021
Staying in Buffalo
Milano is re-signing with the Bills on a four-year, $44 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano reportedly gets $24 million guaranteed, though we'll note that initial reports often prove inaccurate on contract details. The 2017 fifth-round pick would've been one of the top linebackers available in free agency, with his coverage skills making him more valuable than the traditional stats suggest. And to be fair, Milano has enjoyed some stretches of decent IDP production, including career highs for tackles (101) and pass defenses (nine) in 2019. A pectoral injury then limited him to 10 regular-season games and 335 defensive snaps in 2020, but he returned in December and should be healthy this summer.
Jan 28, 2021
May be expensive to keep
Milano is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting outside linebacker was hampered by injuries in 2020, but there's no doubt the Bills are a better team when he's out there doing his thing with fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds. In fact, of the 13 regular and postseason games that Milano played in, Sunday's loss to the Chiefs was the only one the Bills lost. The Bills clearly want him back but could be up against the cap, so if the demand ends up being super high for the Boston College product, the team may have to let him go. Milano posted 101 total tackles in 2019 -- when he was mostly healthy -- and did post 3.5 sacks and an interception in more limited action this past season.
Dec 29, 2020
Big numbers in big win
Milano posted eight tackles and a sack in Monday's 38-9 win over the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
This was easily Milano's best game since he came back from a pectoral injury in Week 13, and it was also his first contest where he saw more than 50 percent of the defensive snaps in that span. Milano played 88 percent of the defensive plays Monday, as much as any other Buffalo defender, which means he was on the field for all the action until the game was out of hand and the starters were rested. Milano seems finally past the injury, and the tackle machine could be a sneaky IDP play in playoff leagues that use that style.
Dec 15, 2020
Makes bigger impact
Milano, in his second game back from an IR stint due to a pectoral injury, posted two tackles, a sack and one pass defensed in Sunday's win over the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Milano still isn't all the way back, but he was out there for 47 percent of the defensive snaps vs. 31 percent the previous week. He also appeared to be in on the action more, while his sack was a key play in what was a tight game until the fourth quarter. From an IDP perspective, it's mostly been a lost season for the fourth-year linebacker, but he could be a sneaky pickup in Week 16 or 17 if he can get back to his normal 100 percent snap count and the Bills need to keep winning to secure their best playoff positioning.
Dec 7, 2020
Returning for Week 13
Milano (pectoral) was activated from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game against the 49ers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The news isn't overly surprising, as the 26-year-old traveled with the team Sunday for the trip out west. Milano hasn't seen game action since Week 8 and has 21 total tackles, 1.5 sacks and one interception in five games this season.
Dec 6, 2020
Jumps on big ol' jet airliner
Milano (pectoral) flew with the Bills to Arizona ahead of Monday night's meeting with the 49ers, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano hasn't been activated from injured reserve yet, but the Bills have until 4pm Monday in order to do so. It seems as if that's the plan for the starting linebacker if he's traveling that far with the team. Milano hasn't suited up for the Bills since Week 8.
Dec 2, 2020
Will make it back this season
The Bills have designated Milano (pectoral) to return to practice.
ANALYSIS
The starting linebacker has missed the past three games with the injury, though he's now expected to return to practice this week. The Bills have 21 days to activate Milano, and they could even get him out there for this week's game against the 49ers if they make the decision by Saturday.
Nov 7, 2020
Shifts to IR
Milano (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
This move guarantees that Milano will miss the Bills' next two games, but he could return to action following the team's Week 11 bye. It's a major loss for the Bills' defense, as Milano is a strong cover linebacker and has registered 21 tackles, 1.5 sacks, three pass breakups and an interception through five games. Andre Smith is expected to start at weak-side linebacker moving forward.
Nov 6, 2020
Won't face Seahawks
Coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Milano (pectoral) is ruled out for Sunday's game against Seattle, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano had managed to play through his lingering pectoral injury the last two games, though he was limited to a third or less of defensive snaps versus both the Jets and Patriots. That the standout linebacker will now be forced to miss a key game against Seattle could indicate that he's suffered a setback in his recovery.
Nov 4, 2020
Not practicing Wednesday
Milano (undisclosed) won't practice Wednesday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
It's possible this absence is just precautionary for the linebacker, who has already battled hamstring and pectoral injuries this season. If Milano's unable to practice Thursday, that would start to cast serious doubt on his status for Sunday's game against Seattle.
Nov 1, 2020
Active against New England
Milano (pectoral) is active for Sunday's game versus the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Milano returned to the lineup last week after a two-game hiatus, and he didn't handle his typical workload, playing just 33 percent of the defensive snaps. Perhaps his responsibilities will ramp up against the Patriots, as the standout linebacker is too much of a difference-maker to stay on the sidelines.
Oct 30, 2020
Considered questionable
Milano (pectoral) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Milano has been limited in practice all week, a hint that he could operate under a snap count if he does suit up against New England. While Milano normally handles a starting role for Buffalo, he only played 19 defensive snaps against the Jets in Week 7, his first game back from injury.
Oct 28, 2020
Limited to begin week
Milano (pectoral) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
The Bills are continuing to ease Milano back into action, after he played just 19 defensive snaps during Sunday's win against the Jets. The standout linebacker will work to ramp up his activity ahead of Week 8's divisional contest against the Patriots.
Oct 27, 2020
Eased back in
Milano tallied two tackles and half a sack during Sunday's win at the Jets after missing the two previous games with a pectoral injury.
ANALYSIS
Milano is still far from perfect health, as coach Sean McDermott has stated the team will have to build up his reps. He was only able to play 19 defensive snaps Sunday, though given the magnitude of this week's game against the rival Patriots -- plus the extra week of healing -- we'd expect Milano to have a significant jump in play count for Week 8.
Oct 25, 2020
Back at it Sunday
Milano (pectoral) is active for Sunday's game at the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Milano was a true question mark after missing Week 5 and 6, both prime-time losses for the Bills where their defense got exposed while missing a bunch of plays Milano usually is around. The Bills are still a pretty injury-depleted team, so Milano's return is a big boost, even in a heavily favored game.
Oct 23, 2020
Questionable for Sunday
Milano (pectoral) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old missed the past two games with the pectoral injury, but he may be able to retake the field Sunday. Milano practiced as a limited participant all week, so he could end up being a game-time decision.
Oct 21, 2020
Back to work, limited
Milano, who's missed the last two games with a pectoral injury, is practicing on a limited basis Wednesday, Vic Carucci of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills have been gashed by the Titans and Chiefs the last two games, so Milano's ability to play this weekend against the Jets will be an important factor toward the team getting back to its winning ways. Milano may be more important than any player on the team outside of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and Tre'Davious White.
Oct 19, 2020
Unable to play Monday
Milano (pectoral) is inactive for Monday's game versus the Chiefs, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano will spend a second straight game on the sidelines despite practicing fully Friday and logging a limited session Saturday. Tyrel Dodson is expected to start at weak-side linebacker in Milano's place against the Chiefs' powerhouse offense.
Oct 17, 2020
Listed as questionable
The Bills have listed Milano (pectoral) as questionable for Monday's game against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Milano appeared to be back to full health after full participation at Friday's practice, but his limited workload Saturday has led to a questionable designation. Final confirmation on his status will come closer to kickoff Monday.
Oct 16, 2020
Back to full practice
Milano (pectoral) practiced in full Friday, paving the way for him to suit up Monday against the Chiefs, Sal Capaccio of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano has missed two of Buffalo's first five games due to hamstring and pectoral injuries, but he's been terrific when out there, totaling 18 tackles, a sack and an interception. The versatile linebacker will be a welcome addition to Buffalo's defense for a daunting matchup against a Chiefs team that's churning out 29.8 points per game.
Oct 15, 2020
Upgrades to limited
Milano (pectoral) was considered a limited practice participant for Thursday's jog-through session, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
While this wasn't a rigorous practice after the Bills got back at it following a rare Tuesday game, Milano did miss practice all last week before ultimately missing the Week 5 contest, so this bodes well for his chances of suiting up for another primetime game Monday, this time against the Chiefs. The team badly felt the loss of its starting outside linebacker in the 42-16 loss, with the Titans scoring a touchdown all six times they were in the red zone.
Oct 10, 2020
Out for Week 5
Milano (pectoral) did not participate in Saturday's walkthrough practice and has been ruled out for Tuesday's game in Tennessee, the Bills official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills have the look of a powerhouse team, but the one area where they don't feature a lot of depth is at linebacker, where Milano is a solid three-down starter. The loss will be felt, especially against a team like the Titans that likes to pound the ball with Derrick Henry. This will be Milano's second missed game this season, as he sat out Week 2 with a hamstring injury after hurting himself in the opener.
Oct 7, 2020
Starts week with absence
Milano, who left Sunday's win over the Raiders with a pectoral injury, will not practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Considering coach Sean McDermott labeled Milano "week-to-week" instead of "day-to-day" in his Monday press conference, the linebacker's status for Sunday's game in Tennessee is very much up in the air. Then again, we can probably say the same thing about the game itself considering the Titans' current COVID-19 issues.
Oct 5, 2020
Receives week-to-week label
Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (pectoral) is considered "week-to-week,", Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old exited Sunday's win over the Raiders during the fourth quarter due to the pectoral injury, recording six tackles (three solo) and on pass breakup before leaving the contest. Milano's availablility for Week 5 remains up in the air, though his status should be updated later in the week once the Bills return to practice.
Oct 4, 2020
Questionable to return Sunday
Milano is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a pectoral injury.
ANALYSIS
Milano was forced out of Sunday's contest midway through the fourth quarter. The Bills will rely on Tyrel Dodson to handle expanded defensive snaps as long as Milano remains sidelined.
Sep 29, 2020
Fills out stat sheet
Milano posted eight tackles, a sack, a pass defensed and two quarterback hits during Sunday's win over the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Now that's what you call a return from a hamstring injury. Milano had a bigger statistical day than teammate Tremaine Edmunds (five tackles), who also returned after a one-game absence. Expect Milano to continue his usual stat-filling ways when the Bills take on the Raiders in Las Vegas. He was on the field for all 69 defensive plays Sunday, so assume he's close to full health again.
Sep 27, 2020
Suiting up Sunday
Milano (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game versus the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Milano sat out of Week 2's matchup versus the Dolphins, but he practiced fully Friday and is ready to rock Sunday. It's unclear if he'll face any sort of pitch count in his return to action, but if he logs a full workload, he's a solid IDP contributor coming off a 101-tackle season.
Sep 27, 2020
On track to play Sunday
Milano (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, is expected to be available to play, Kimberly Jones of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Like Milano, Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) is also questionable after sitting out the Bills' Week 2 win over the Dolphins, but both linebackers should be ready to return for a matchup between undefeated squads. Assuming Milano is able to take on a normal snap load, he should make for a solid lineup option in IDP leagues. He tallied 101 tackles and nine passes defensed -- both career highs -- over 15 games in 2019.
Sep 25, 2020
Officially questionable
Milano (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Milano began the week with back-to-back limited practices but was a full participant in Friday's session, a hint that he's trending in the right direction. With fellow starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) also listed as questionable, Milano's availability will be key for Buffalo's odds of containing the Rams on Sunday.
Sep 24, 2020
Limited again
Milano (hamstring) practiced on a limited basis Thursday for the second straight day.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed last week's win over the Dolphins, but he seems to be trending toward suiting up this week against the Rams. A limited or full practice Friday will back that hypothesis.
Sep 23, 2020
Starts week with limited practice
Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Milano missed last week's win over Miami after hurting his hamstring in the season opener against the Jets. The linebacker was unable to practice last week, so this is already a step in the right direction, though he's still viewed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams at this point.
Sep 18, 2020
Out for Week 2
Coach Sean McDemott said on WGR 550 Radio on Friday that Milano (hamstring) will miss Sunday's game in Miami, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills will have some challenges to overcome against the Dolphins, as fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds has also been ruled out. Expect to see more of A.J. Klein, Tyler Matakevich, Tyrel Dodson and even deep reserve Deon Lacey.
Sep 17, 2020
Misses another practice
Milano (hamstring) missed his second straight practice Thursday, Sal Capaccio of WGR550 Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano's injury looked nasty enough when he left Sunday's game that he's probably going to have to at least work on a limited basis Friday to have a viable chance of suiting up against the Dolphins this week. With fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds also hurting, the Bills have some issues amid their LB corps entering Week 2.
Sep 16, 2020
Starts off week with absence
Milano, who was forced out of Sunday's opener with a hamstring injury, was unable to practice Wednesday, Jourdon LaBarber of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Coach Sean McDermott labeled the starting linebacker as day-to-day Monday, though it's obvious Milano will have to get some work in Thursday or Friday in order to have a viable shot at playing Sunday in Miami. The Bills could have issues at linebacker with fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds also banged up with a shoulder injury.
Sep 14, 2020
Could return in Week 2
Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (hamstring) is day-to-day Monday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Milano couldn't finish the season opener against the Jets because of the hamstring injury. McDermott lumped Milano and Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) together in the day-to-day category, but Milano's soft-tissue injury is a bit more concerning. We should know more when the Bills release their Wednesday practice report, but at this time, the team could be surveying their practice squad depth with just three linebackers currently healthy.
Sep 13, 2020
Out for rest of Week 1
Milano suffered a hamstring in the first half of Sunday's game against the Jets and will not return.
ANALYSIS
Milano did haul in an interception and post four tackles before the injury, so it's not a wasted IDP day for him by any means. However, linebacker is the one position the talented Bills don't run real deep, so his status for next week's game against Miami will loom as an important for the team.
Feb 5, 2020
Best pro season
Milano logged 101 tackles, 1.5 sacks, nine passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery over 15 regular-season games in 2019.
ANALYSIS
The third-year linebacker bounced back quite well from a broken leg that ended his 2018 early, working with fellow young stud Tremaine Edmunds to form a nice linebacker tandem on what proved to be one of the NFL's better defenses. As more of an outside guy, Milano doesn't rack up the tackles that Edmunds does, but he has a better nose for the ball and that puts him barely short of Edmunds in terms of IDP value. Both will make for solid IDP choices next season on a defense that should be quite strong again, with Milano a safe bet for a second 100-tackle season if he remains in good health.
Oct 6, 2019
Leaves with injury
Milano was forced out of Sunday's game versus the Titans with a hamstring injury.
ANALYSIS
Milano played every snap over the first four games, and he made 26 tackles in that span. The team will likely summon a mix of Maurice Alexander and Julian Stanford in his place.
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