Cole Bishop - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Plays all snaps after questionable tag Bishop logged six tackles (five solo) in the Bills' 41-31 win over the Lions last Thursday night.

Impact Bishop entered game-day listed as questionable with a groin injury. The safety only logged limited practice sessions leading up to the game during a short week but managed to play all 65 defensive snaps in the contest. The third-year player out of Utah has become a versatile staple of the Bills' defense, frequently being moved toward the line of scrimmage and out wide when necessary.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Active for TNF Bishop (groin) is active for Thursday Night Football against the Lions.

Impact The safety was limited during practice sessions leading up to Thursday's game and entered the day with a questionable tag. He appears to be good to go, though, and he should be able to man his starting spot at strong safety. Bishop recorded seven tackles (two solo) across 72 defensive snaps and two special-teams snaps in Week 1 versus the Texans.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Draws questionable tag vs. Detroit Bishop (groin) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lions.

Impact Bishop was listed as a limited practice participant on all three injury reports due to a groin injury, and his status for Thursday's game may not be officially known until about 90 minutes before the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Damar Hamlin would likely draw the start at safety alongside C.J. Gardner-Johnson if Bishop is not cleared to play.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Tuesday's session Bishop (groin) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.

Impact Bishop was projected as a full participant on Monday's estimated practice report. The realization of limited participation in Tuesday's complete session means the starter is likely working through a minor injury. The safety will likely log a limited session Wednesday before ultimately suiting up for Thursday's contest anyway. If the issue proves too much for the third-year player, Damar Hamlin is set to start at strong safety in his stead.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bills' Injury Update: DJ Moore, Cole Bishop Appear Unscathed After Briefly Leaving Win The Buffalo Bills may have escaped Houston completely healthy after a thrilling Week 1 road win.

SEPTEMBER 14 • SI.COM

Returns to Sunday's game Bishop (knee) is back on the field for the start of the second half against the Texans on Sunday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Bishop went to the blue medical tent during the first half due to a knee injury. He's been cleared to return for the second half and will resume his spot on defense as the starting strong safety.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Has knee injury Bishop suffered a knee injury during Sunday's game against the Texans but is probable to return.

Impact The safety went down on the field after contributing to a tackle, stretched out his leg and then limped off, per Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard. Bishop entered the blue medical tent on the sideline, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News. He recorded four tackles (one solo) before exiting.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bishop Talks Building Chemistry With Teammates Cole Bishop addressed the media after practice on Wednesday September 2nd. Topics include; getting C.J. Gardner-Johnson back at practice, bu...

SEPTEMBER 2 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Josh Allen and rest of Bills starters expected to play in preseason opener against Carolina

A new coaching staff and another chance to get accustomed to Buffalo’s new stadium led to Bills coach Joe Brady’s decision to have Josh Allen and the rest of his healthy starters p...

AUGUST 13 • Associated Press

Leonhard emphasizes tackling in expecting Bills defensive starters to play in preseason opener

Jim Leonhard expects his defensive starters to play in the Buffalo Bills’ preseason opener against Carolina on Saturday

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Past knee injury Bishop (knee) has been participating in Bills training camp, Nick Wojton of Bills Wire reports.

Impact The safety underwent a cleanup procedure on his knee during the offseason but is back to 100 percent health and appears locked into a starting job in the Buffalo secondary. Bishop started all 17 regular-season games last season, posting 85 tackles (53 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and seven pass breakups, including three interceptions.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bishop carries high expectations as Bills' top young talent When the Buffalo Bills made it official that they were hiring Jim Leonhard as their new defensive coordinator, one player that should have c...

JULY 7 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Cole Bishop Named Bills Most Promising Building Block Ahead of 2026 Training Camp Third-year safety Cole Bishop had a breakout season in 2025 is emerging as a defensive building block for the Buffalo Bills.

JULY 5 • SI.COM

James Cook's milestone, Joshua Palmer's motivation & Cole Bishop's recovery — Recapping Day 2 of Bills minicamp What we learned as the Bills continue their 2026 mandatory minicamp

JUNE 11 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Cole Bishop On Preparing For The Season Bills safety Cole Bishop addressed the media after Bills minicamp on June 10, 2026. He discussed the outlook for the defense under defensive...

JUNE 10 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Bills Safety Cole Bishop Undergoes Offseason Medical Procedure, Sets Timeline for Return Cole Bishop was one of the Bills' best defenders in 2025 and now he is on the mend with about a month to go until training camp.

JUNE 10 • SI.COM

Targeting training camp return Bishop had "some stuff cleaned up in the knee" but is expected to return for training camp, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.

Impact Bishop has not been participating in the Bills' minicamp due to this knee procedure and will continue to rehab in Buffalo until training camp begins. The third-year pro from Utah posted impressive numbers in 2025, tallying 85 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and seven passes defensed, with three interceptions, while playing in all 17 regular-season contests. Once fully healthy, he's expected to remain Buffalo's top strong safety.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bills training camp battles - Safety As training camp closes in, the Buffalo Bills are looking for their starting safety for 2026. They already have Cole Bishop in one spot, but...

JUNE 5 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Two Buffalo Bills Defensive Backs Identified as 2026 Breakout Candidates Cornerback Maxwell Hairston and safety Cole Bishop were named potential breakout candidates for the Buffalo Bills this season.

JUNE 1 • SI.COM

Bills' defender is on the verge of stardom going into 2026 season Cole Bishop could be on his way to becoming one of the NFL's best safeties, according to Pro Football Focus.

MAY 18 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

New coach in Buffalo, same high expectations with Bills expected to focus on defense in NFL draft

The Buffalo Bills enter the NFL draft scheduled to pick at No. 26 and are trying to retool on the fly under new coach Joe Brady

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Cole Bishop benefits the most from Bills signing C.J. Gardner-Johnson News broke yesterday that the Buffalo Bills were signing defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million, per...

MARCH 13 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Jim Leonhard's comments on Cole Bishop should have Bills fans thrilled The Buffalo Bills officially introduced their new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard on Thursday, as he comes back to Buffalo, but for the f...

FEBRUARY 6 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Josh Allen gets a lift in helping lead Bills to wild-card playoff win over Jaguars

Josh Allen has too often been asked to carry the Buffalo Bills to victory

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

Top 3 things we learned from Bills vs. Jaguars | Wild Card Round Josh Allen’s toughness and grit on full display, in-game adjustments and Cole Bishop's timing

JANUARY 12 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

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Leonhard emphasizes tackling in expecting Bills defensive starters to play in preseason opener

New coach in Buffalo, same high expectations with Bills expected to focus on defense in NFL draft

Josh Allen gets a lift in helping lead Bills to wild-card playoff win over Jaguars