Spencer Brown Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Bills vs Texans game on Thursday with our National Football League injury report.Oct 5, 2025
Ready to go for SNF
Brown (calf) is active for Sunday night's contest against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Brown will make his return to action in Week 5 after missing the team's 31-19 win over the Saints in Week 4 due to a calf issue. The 27-year-old will be back in his starting role at right tackle versus New England.
Oct 3, 2025
Questionable for Sunday vs. Pats
Brown (calf) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus New England.
ANALYSIS
Brown was limited at practice all week by the calf injury that held him out in Week 4 versus the Saints, likely giving him something near a 50/50 chance to play in Week 5. If he sits out for a second straight game Sunday, Ryan Van Demark should get another start at right tackle.
Sep 28, 2025
Not playing vs. NOLA
Brown has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints due to a calf injury.
ANALYSIS
Brown opened the week with back-to-back DNPs due to a calf injury. He earned the questionable tag for Sunday's game after logging a limited practice Friday, but the injury is severe enough for the 2021 third-rounder to be sidelined. Ryan Van Demark and Chase Lundt are the top candidates to start at right tackle in Brown's absence.
Jul 31, 2025
Activated from PUP list
Brown (undisclosed) was activated from the PUP list by the Bills on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The right tackle was given the designation before the start of training camp due to an undisclosed issue. Whatever it may have been, Brown appears to be healthy again and ready to resume his starting role. The 2021 third-round pick has started 65 of the 68 games he's played in as a pro.
Jul 22, 2025
Placed on the PUP list
The Bills placed Brown (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown is currently dealing with an undisclosed injury but can be activated off the PUP list at any time before the regular season starts. Should he be forced the miss extended time, Ryan Van Demark would likely serve as the team's starting right tackle in his place.
Dec 18, 2024
Estimated as full go for Wednesday
Brown (neck) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.
ANALYSIS
Brown appeared to have sustained a head injury in the Bills' Week 15 win over the Lions, but Wednesday's estimated injury report clarified the issue to be with his neck. However, Brown was listed as a full participant Wednesday, signifying that he's already recovered from the injury. Expect the Northern Iowa product to serve as Buffalo's top right tackle in Sunday's divisional matchup against the Patriots.
Dec 15, 2024
Suffers head injury in win
Brown suffered a head injury in Sunday's 48-42 win over the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Brown suffered the injury in the late moments of the contest and it'll be something to monitor ahead of the team's Week 16 matchup with the Patriots. If Brown was forced to miss any action, Ryan Van Demark would be a top candidate to replace him at right tackle.
Nov 27, 2024
Limited Wednesday
Brown (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
The Northern Iowa product was sidelined for the Bills' Week 11 win over the Chiefs due to an ankle injury, so Wednesday's limited session suggests he could return as soon as Sunday's matchup against the 49ers. Brown's practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can suit up in Week 13.
Nov 17, 2024
Won't play vs. Kansas City
Brown (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Brown gave himself a chance to play in Week 11 after logging a limited practice session Friday. However, he will be sidelined Sunday due to an ankle injury, and Ryan Van Demark is the top candidate to start at right tackle in Brown's absence.
Nov 15, 2024
Questionable for Sunday
Brown (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown upgraded to a limited session Friday after opening Buffalo's week of practice with consecutive DNPs, so it appears he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's matchup. However, if the Northern Iowa product is unable to play through his ankle injury in Week 11, expect Ryan Van Demark to serve as the Bills' top right tackle.
Nov 13, 2024
Not practicing Wednesday
Brown (undisclosed) did not participate in Buffalo's walkthrough practice Wednesday, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
The nature of what kept him out of practice is unclear, but Coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday that he's "hopeful" Brown will be able to play in Week 11 versus the Chiefs. If he were to log a full practice Thursday or Friday, he would probably avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Sep 6, 2024
Inks extension with Buffalo
The Bills and Brown agreed to a four-year extension Friday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The specifics of the 2021 third-round pick's deal have yet to be reported, but Brown is now under contract with the Bills through 2028. Brown started all 17 of Buffalo's regular-season games in 2023, and after Friday's extension, he's expected to continue anchoring the right side of the Bills' offensive line for years to come.
Jul 17, 2024
Had offseason shoulder surgery
Brown revealed Wednesday that he underwent offseason shoulder surgery but will be ready for the start of training camp next week, Ryan O'Halloran of The Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown didn't miss a game in 2023, playing all 1,161 offensive snaps during the regular season. It was the first time the 26-year-old made it through a fully healthy campaign, though it's obvious he was playing a bit banged up. Brown is locked in atop the depth chart at right tackle for Buffalo.
Dec 21, 2023
No injury designation
Brown, who had X-rays on his finger after last Sunday's win over the Cowboys, is not listed on the Bills' injury report Thursday ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
The right tackle appears good to go for Week 16. Brown has started all 14 games for Buffalo in 2023.
Dec 17, 2023
Heads to X-ray room
Brown went to the X-ray room following Sunday's win over Dallas due to an undisclosed injury, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's not yet clear what injury Brown is dealing with, but a better idea of his status could come into focus if the results of his X-rays are revealed. Whether he'll be available for Saturday's game against the Chargers remains to be seen.
Nov 10, 2022
Participates in full Thursday
Brown (ankle) was listed as a full participant on the Bills injury report Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Brown has been sidelined the past two games due to an ankle injury sustained during the Bills' Week 6 win over the Chiefs. Now, the second-year offensive tackle appears ready to return ahead of Sunday's contest against the Vikings, and he should reprise his starting role alongside right guard Ryan Bates.
Nov 6, 2022
Won't play Sunday
Brown (ankle) is inactive Week 9 against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Brown was able to ramp up his practice participation this week but will still miss his second consecutive game, leaving David Quessenberry to presumably draw the start in his stead.
Nov 4, 2022
Questionable for Week 9
Brown (ankle) is questionable to play in Week 9 versus the Jets, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown was able to participate in practice this week after missing Week 8 with an ankle injury, but he remains questionable heading into Sunday's matchup with New York. If he can't go, David Quessenberry would draw another start on the offensive line.
Nov 2, 2022
Logs limited practice Wednesday
Brown (ankle) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Brown suffered an ankle injury during the team's Week 6 win over the Chiefs and, despite having extra time to rehab during Kansas City's Week 7 bye, was unable to practice ahead of Week 8. The second-year right tackle is trending in the right direction, but he'll likely have to log at least one full practice before returning to game action.
Oct 28, 2022
Won't play in Week 8
Brown (foot) has been ruled out for the Bills' Week 8 matchup with the Packers, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown will miss Sunday's contest after suffering an ankle injury in the team's Week 6 win over the Chiefs. With the 24-year-old unavailable, David Quessenberry will likely take over at starting right tackle against the Packers.
Oct 16, 2022
Downgraded to out
Brown (foot) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Although Brown was able to walk to the locker room under his own power after sustaining his foot injury Sunday, he'll be unavailable for the second half. David Quessenberry should see increased playing time for Buffalo down the stretch.
Oct 16, 2022
Exits with injury
Brown (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
The cart came out to take Brown off the field after he went down with an ankle injury in the second quarter, though he was ultimately able to walk to the locker room under his own power, James Palmer of NFL Network reports. With the second-year right tackle out, expect 10th-year veteran David Quessenberry to step in for Buffalo.
Sep 28, 2022
Sidesteps injury report
Brown (heat illness) did not appear on Buffalo's injury report Wednesday ahead of their Week 4 matchup at Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Brown left during the first half of the Bills' loss at Miami on Sunday with heat illness, though it's predictably no longer a problem for him back in Upstate New York. The sophomore third-rounder will probably start at right tackle on Sunday, though he or David Quessenberry could slide over to left tackle if Dion Dawkins (illness) can't go.
Sep 25, 2022
Won't return Sunday
Brown (heat illness) won't return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown left during the first half of Sunday's contest against Miami, while he deals with heat illness and isn't expected to return. David Quessenberry is slated to replace the 311-pounder in the meantime, and Brown's next chance to suit up comes next Sunday against the Ravens.
Aug 7, 2022
Returns to action
Brown, who underwent offseason surgery for an undisclosed issue, has returned to training camp and participated in some one-on-one drills this weekend, Grace Heidinger of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills received good news to their offensive line the past few days, as two starters -- Brown and Rodger Saffold -- both returned from injury. Heading into the preseason, the high-powered offense looks to be mostly in good health.
May 24, 2022
Underwent offseason surgery
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Tuesday that Brown underwent an undisclosed procedure this offseason, Katherine Fitzgerald of the Buffalo News reports.
ANALYSIS
McDermott didn't appear to be too concerned about Brown's surgery, saying he believes the offensive lineman -- along with the majority of guys dealing with issues during OTAs -- will be ready for training camp. The 2021 third-round pick is slotted to be the Bills' starting right tackle again in 2022.
Nov 30, 2021
Activated from COVID-19 list
Brown was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown was placed on the COVID-19 list on Nov. 18, and has missed his last two games. With his return to the active roster, Brown should slide back into his starting job at right tackle Monday against the Patriots.
Nov 18, 2021
Moved to COVID-19 list
Brown was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Daryl Williams will likely slide into a starting right tackle role for the duration of Brown's absence. Brown will almost certainly miss Sunday's game against the Colts, and the possibility of a return for the Bills' Week 12 trip to New Orleans is made less likely by that game being Thursday, just one week after Brown's placement on the list.
Nov 10, 2021
Returns to limited work
Brown (back) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The rookie has missed the team's last two games but seems to have a realistic shot of resuming his starting role this week against the Jets. Originally considered a nice upside pick that would have time to develop, the hulking lineman has already taken on a key role in the offense, one that has performed uncharacteristically poor without Brown in the lineup the last two games.
Nov 5, 2021
Out for Week 9
Brown (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Jacksonville, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bills now have some issues on their offensive line, with Brown missing a second straight game and fellow starter Jon Feliciano also ruled out with a calf injury. The Bills have decent depth on their offensive line and would still probably be heavily favored against the Jags if you took out all five starters, but know there are some chinks in the armor for this high-powered offense and a couple more injuries would probably have an affect on the stat sheet.
Nov 3, 2021
Still absent from team work
Brown missed practice Wednesday due to a back injury.
ANALYSIS
The rookie starter missed Sunday's win over Miami with the lingering issue, one that takes on a bit more import with fellow starter Jon Feliciano looking at missed time due to a calf injury.
Oct 31, 2021
Inactive for Week 8
Brown (back) is inactive for Sunday's contest against Miami.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Brown won't suit up after not practicing all week. Ike Boettger or Cody Ford are the most likely candidates to start at right tackle during Brown's absence.
Oct 29, 2021
Likely to miss Week 8
Brown (back) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Given that Brown didn't practice at all this week -- with the Bills coming off their bye, no less -- it's not looking good for his status this week. Ike Boettger or Cody Ford will likely be the choice to fill in at right tackle should Brown be unable to suit up.
Oct 28, 2021
Status in doubt for Week 8
Brown (back) missed practice for the second straight day Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The rookie third-rounder has worked his way into a starting spot lately, but that may change if Brown isn't able to practice in some capacity Friday. Back troubles are tough for any NFL player, but given Brown's extreme size (6-foot-8, 311 pounds), he may face more of a challenge to suit up vs. the average pro athlete.
Oct 18, 2021
Returns to practice squad
Brown reverted to the Panthers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
ANALYSIS
Brown was a gameday elevation for Sunday's loss to Minnesota, though he was actually a healthy scratch for the contest. Chuba Hubbard and Royce Freeman are Carolina's only healthy running backs on the roster with Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) on injured reserve, so Brown could quickly rejoin the active roster.
Oct 17, 2021
Not playing Sunday
Brown (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game versus Minnesota, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown was elevated from the practice squad Saturday but won't be suiting up for Week 6. Royce Freeman will be the sole running back on the active roster behind starter Chuba Hubbard against the Vikings after Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) recently moved to injured reserve.
Oct 16, 2021
Joins Carolina backfield
Brown was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.
ANALYSIS
Brown is slated to back up Chuba Hubbard and Royce Freeman after the Panthers announced Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) was shifting to injured reserve Saturday. The undrafted free agent beat out Trenton Cannon, Rodney Smith and Reggie Bonnafon for a depth back role after a solid preseason.
Oct 7, 2021
Returns to normal workload
Brown was able to practice on a full basis Thursday after being limited Wednesday due to a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
The rookie looks like he'll enter Sunday's game in Kansas City without an injury designation. The bigger question may be whether the Bills are comfortable enough starting a rookie in such a big game after Brown had a successful start (his first as a pro) in last week's trouncing of the Texans.
Oct 6, 2021
Limited ahead of Week 5
Brown was listed as limited Wednesday due to a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
The third-round rookie made his first NFL start in Sunday's blowout win over the Texans, so we'll see if the changes the Bills made to their offensive line stick for another week, this time against a much tougher opponent. Of course, much of that depends on Brown's own health as well.
Aug 31, 2021
Put on waivers
Brown was waived by the Panthers on Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
An undrafted rookie, Brown was unable to beat out Chuba Hubbard and Trenton Cannon to be Christian McCaffrey's backup. Brown was an exciting athlete at UAB with 4,011 yards and 41 touchdowns over four seasons. He would be a valuable addition to the practice squad if he clears waivers.
Aug 28, 2021
Scores in preseason finale
Brown rushed 11 times for 57 yards and a touchdown in Friday night's 34-9 preseason win over the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Brown entered the game behind Chuba Hubbard and impressed with his snaps, notably splitting two would-be tacklers en route to a 20-yard touchdown in the third quarter. With Reggie Bonnafon (undisclosed) and Rodney Smith (undisclosed) both sidelined this preseason, Brown has made a significant case to be named Carolina's third tailback, making his situation interesting to monitor prior to the team's final cuts.
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