Shaq Thompson: Everything you need to know

Thompson tallied 56 total tackles (33 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two passes defensed and one forced fumble over 12 regular-season contests in 2025. Thompson played just six regular-season games during his final two seasons in Carolina but stayed relatively healthy in his first year with the Bills. He started six games in 2025, recording 37 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, one pass defensed and one forced fumble during those contests. Additionally, the 31-year-old made a significant impact during the Bills' two playoff games, tallying 13 total tackles and an interception. Set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, Thompson will likely find work with a team in need of inside linebacker depth ahead of 2026.

Thompson (neck) has no injury designation ahead of Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Broncos. Despite practicing in a limited fashion Wednesday and Thursday due to a neck injury, Thompson will suit up for Saturday's playoff contest. The 31-year-old delivered a huge performance in the Bills' wild-card win over the Jaguars, recording eight total tackles and an interception. Now fully healthy, Thompson is expected to remain one of Buffalo's top linebackers during the divisional round.

Thompson (neck) was limited in practice Wednesday. The 31-year-old appears to still be recovering from a neck injury he suffered in Week 16 against the Browns. Other than resting in Week 18, the injury hasn't stopped Thompson from playing (averaged 43.5 snaps in Week 17 and the wild-card round). The 10-year veteran will likely need to log at least a limited practice again Thursday for a chance to play Saturday.