Bishop tallied five solo tackles during the Bills' 40-14 win over the Jets on Sunday. Bishop made his third straight start at strong safety Sunday due to the absence of Damar Hamlin (ribs), and despite the blowout win, the former ended up playing every single defensive snap. Bishop has registered 18 tackles (15 solo) over his last three games, and with the Bills locked in as the No. 2 seed in the AFC heading into the postseason, he could make a fourth consecutive start in Buffalo's regular-season finale against New England next Sunday.
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Team
Buffalo Bills
Birthdate
10/24/2002 (22)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'2", 207 lbs
Draft Info
2024: Rd 2; Pk (BUF)
Birthplace
Peachtree City, GA, USA
Position
SAF
College
Utah
Career History
Buffalo Bills
2024-Present
(1 season)
Bishop tallied five solo tackles during the Bills' 40-14 win over the Jets on Sunday. Bishop made his third straight start at strong safety Sunday due to the absence of Damar Hamlin (ribs), and despite the blowout win, the former ended up playing every single defensive snap. Bishop has registered 18 tackles (15 solo) over his last three games, and with the Bills locked in as the No. 2 seed in the AFC heading into the postseason, he could make a fourth consecutive start in Buffalo's regular-season finale against New England next Sunday.
Bishop finished Sunday's 24-21 win over the Patriots with eight tackles (six solo). Bishop made his third start of the regular season Sunday due to injuries to Damar Hamlin (ribs) and Taylor Rapp (neck). Bishop ended up tied with Dorian Williams for second-most tackles on the Bills behind Terrel Bernard (12). Bishop could start at safety for a third straight game if Hamlin and Rapp are not cleared to play against the Jets on Sunday, Dec. 29.
Bishop (lower leg) was not listed on the Bills' estimated injury report Wednesday. Bishop missed a portion of Buffalo's Week 15 win over the Lions due to a lower leg issue, but his omission from Wednesday's injury report suggests that he's already recovered. The rookie safety from Utah played 46 defensive snaps while Taylor Rapp (neck) was sidelined Sunday, recording five total tackles. Bishop could have another opportunity to start in the Week 16 matchup against the Patriots if Rapp is unable to suit up.
Bishop (lower leg) is questionable to return Sunday versus the Lions, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports. Bishop is dealing with cramping in his lower leg, leaving his status for the rest of the game up in the air. The safety plays primarily on special teams, so his absence doesn't carry a major impact on defense.
Bishop (shoulder) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. The 2024 second-round pick out of Utah dealt with a shoulder injury throughout August, but it appears he's moved past the issue after a full practice Wednesday. Bishop is currently slotted as Buffalo's second-string free safety behind Damar Hamlin, but don't be surprised if Bishop's playing time increases as the season progresses.
Bishop (shoulder) returned to practice Tuesday and did not participate in contact drills, Ryan O'Halloran of The Buffalo News reports. Bishop suffered a shoulder injury at the end of July, which has kept him from participating in practices and preseason games. He's progressed enough in his recovery to take part in walkthroughs and individual drills, but he will avoid engaging in contact and will likely not suit up for Buffalo's preseason finale against Carolina on Saturday. Once healthy, Bishop -- the Bills' second-round selection in the 2024 NFL Draft -- could see some meaningful defensive snaps early in the regular season due to injuries to safeties Damar Hamlin (hamstring) and Mike Edwards (hamstring)
Bishop (shoulder) is slated to take part in walkthroughs and parts of individual drills at practice this week, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. Bishop injured his shoulder during practice in late July and hasn't been able to participate in any capacity since. His impending return to limited practice participation suggests that the rookie is improving, but it seems unlikely that he'll be able to suit up for the Bills' exhibition finale against Carolina on Saturday. As a 2024 second-round pick, Bishop is still likely to make the 53-man roster, and he's expected to work in a backup role while also serving on special teams.
Bishop is considered week-to-week due to a shoulder injury suffered during practice Tuesday, Ryan O'Halloran of The Buffalo News reports. Bishop will now miss valuable time during his first training camp after being selected in the second round of the 2024 Draft. The rookie is likely competing for a depth and special teams role at safety behind expected starters, Mike Edwards (hamstring ) and Taylor Rapp.
Bishop suffered an undisclosed injury during Tuesday's practice and did not return, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. The Bills already lost veteran Mike Edwards this week to a hamstring injury, and now the rookie from Utah will join him on the sidelines. Buffalo did bring in Kareem Jackson on a one-year deal Tuesday, so there is at least one reinforcement available for a secondary that already lost long-time stars Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde this offseason.