Phidarian Mathis - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

No longer with Buffalo The Bills released Mathis on Tuesday, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.

Impact Mathis was reinstated to the Bills' active roster Monday after serving his three-game suspension, but the 2022 second-rounder will not be a member of the team's 53-man roster moving forward. He could remain in Buffalo on the practice squad, but Mathis will have the opportunity to explore his options and should garner interest from teams looking to add depth to the defensive line.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Finishes suspension Mathis' three-game suspension has been lifted and the defensive tackle has returned to the Bills' active roster, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reported Monday.

Impact The Bills get a three-day roster exemption, giving the team until Thursday to reduce the roster from the current 54 players, including Mathis, to the 53-man standard. Mathis played six regular-season games for the Bills in 2025, logging 13 tackles (four solo) over 119 defensive snaps.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Phidarian Mathis ends the Steelers's drive with 5-yard sack | Bills vs. Steelers Highlights Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard for a 5-yard loss.

AUGUST 28 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Bills Respond to Phidarian Mathis Suspension, Roll Dice on Former Super Bowl Starter The Buffalo Bills signed a veteran defensive player who has been lingering on the free-agent market since March, but it wasn't one of their...

AUGUST 18 • SI.COM

Bills add experienced depth to defensive front by signing 7-year NFL veteran Greg Gaines

The Buffalo Bills added experienced depth to their defensive front by signing Greg Gaines

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Bills' Phidarian Mathis banned 3 games for substance violation Deadspin | Bills' Phidarian Mathis banned 3 games for substance violation

AUGUST 15 • DEADSPIN.COM

Suspended three games The NFL suspended Mathis for the first three games of the 2026 regular season for violating the league's Substances of Abuse Policy, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mathis is eligible to play in each of the Bills' three preseason games, with his suspension starting Aug. 30. The 2022 second-rounder will be eligible to make his 2026 regular-season debut in Week 4 against the Patriots on Sunday, Oct. 4. Rookie fifth-rounder Zane Durant should see a bump in rotational snaps at defensive end behind starters Ed Oliver and T.J. Sanders while Mathis is serving his suspension.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bills Defensive Lineman's Strong Camp Takes Sudden Turn With Suspension The Buffalo Bills will be without Phidarian Mathis for the first three games of the season after being hit with a suspension.

AUGUST 14 • SI.COM

Ed Oliver Among Three Bills X-Factors for NFL Preseason Phidarian Mathis could also force his way into the conversation along the Bills' defensive line.

JULY 27 • SI.COM

Re-signs with Buffalo The Bills re-signed Mathis to a one-year contract Monday.

Impact Mathis spent most of the 2025 season on the Bills' practice squad but did appear in six regular-season contests, logging 13 tackles (four solo) across 120 defensive snaps. He'll compete for a job on Buffalo's defensive line this summer.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Thursday Mathis (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Mathis has missed the last two games with a shoulder injury after being signed to the active roster Nov. 5. The return to full practice participation is a strong indication that the rotational defensive tackle will be able to take the field for Sunday's matchup with the Steelers.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Mathis (shoulder) will be a limited practice participant Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Impact The Alabama product has missed the Bills' last two games due to a shoulder injury, but Wednesday's limited session could be an indication he's nearing a return. Mathis likely needs to upgrade to full practice Thursday or Friday to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet ready to return Mathis (shoulder) is inactive for Thursday's Week 12 matchup against Houston.

Impact Mathis missed Sunday's win against Tampa Bay due to a shoulder issue. He was limited in practice both Tuesday and Wednesday this week, but he's not yet able to return to game action. Mathis began the campaign on IR due to an unrelated calf injury, and he's played in just three games so far this season.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bills bench WR Keon Coleman for 2nd straight game after he was late for meeting last week

Buffalo receiver Keon Coleman was a healthy scratch for Thursday night's game against the Houston Texans

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Could return in Week 12 Mathis (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Texans.

Impact The 27-year-old logged back-to-back limited sessions to end the Bills' week of practice, giving himself a chance to return in the Week 12 contest. If active Thursday night, Mathis will likely operate as one of Buffalo's top reserve interior defensive linemen.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Tuesday Mathis (shoulder) was limited in Tuesday's practice.

Impact Mathis was unable to suit up for Sunday's Week 11 win over the Bucs, but he appears to have a chance to return for Thursday night against the Texans. Mathis has logged 52 defensive snaps across three appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Buccaneers Mathis (shoulder) is out for Sunday's game versus Tampa Bay, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Impact Mathis played a season-high 21 defensive snaps in Week 10 at Miami, but he'll sit out in Week 11 with a shoulder injury. His absence could open up additional reps on the defensive line for veteran Jordan Phillips.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Buffalo Bills make four roster moves on Nov. 5 ahead of Week 10 Buffalo signed DT Phidarian Mathis from the practice squad to the active roster among three other moves.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Bills Announce Four Roster Moves The Buffalo Bills announced they signed DT Phidarian Mathis from the practice squad to the active roster, signed DE Kingsley Jonathan and DB...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • NFLTRADERUMORS.CO

Former Alabama defensive tackle signs with NFL team's practice squad Former Alabama defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis signs with the Bills practice squad. Mathis was a former Washington Commanders second round...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Jets make trade for Phillips official and place Weaver on season-ending IR, cut Mathis

The New York Jets have placed defensive lineman Rashad Weaver on season-ending injured reserve and released defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis

AUGUST 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Jets Sign K Greg Joseph, Claim DL Phidarian Mathis & LB Jamin Davis Green & White Place S Chuck Clark, K Greg Zuerlein on Injured Reserve; Waive K Anders Carlson and Sign OL David Sharpe to Practice Squad

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Claimed by Gang Green The Jets claimed Mathis off waivers Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Mathis was waived by the Commanders on Saturday after being a healthy scratch in each of the last three games. He'll join the Jets and could suit up for the regular-season finale against the Dolphins on Sunday. Mathis appeared in 12 regular-season games for Washington and accumulated 17 tackles (eight solo) and one pass defense.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Washington Commanders waive former Alabama DL Phidarian Mathis Former Alabama DL waived by Washington Commanders with two games left.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Set for 2023 debut The Commanders activated Mathis (calf) from the injured reserve list Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Mathis was placed on IR at the end of training camp after he sustained a calf injury in a preseason game. He played in the 2022 season opener but sustained a season-ending injury when he tore his meniscus. Now that he's healthy, the 2022 second-round pick out of Alabama will provide depth at defensive tackle behind the talented duo of Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Bills add experienced depth to defensive front by signing 7-year NFL veteran Greg Gaines

Bills bench WR Keon Coleman for 2nd straight game after he was late for meeting last week

Jets make trade for Phillips official and place Weaver on season-ending IR, cut Mathis