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Limited in Wednesday's walkthrough Thompson (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Thompson sustained a neck injury during the first quarter of the Bills' Week 16 win over the Browns, which prevented him from returning to the game. His ability to practice in a limited capacity -- albeit in a walkthrough -- indicates the veteran linebacker is day-to-day. Thompson would likely need to practice fully by Friday in order to avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Eagles.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Coach Sean McDermott said Monday that Thompson (neck) is considered day-to-day, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

Impact Thompson was injured in the first quarter of Sunday's win over the Browns after playing a total of 12 snaps on defense and special teams. However, it sounds like he avoided a serious injury.

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Exits game with neck injury Thompson (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact Thompson sustained the injury during the first quarter, and he's being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Dorian Williams will likely step into a more prominent role in defense for as long as Thompson is out of the game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shaq Thompson: "We Just Gotta Play Our Brand Of Football" Bills linebacker Shaq Thompson met with the media on December 10, 2025 and discussed the division matchup against the Patriots, facing Patri...

DECEMBER 10 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

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DECEMBER 8 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Shaq Thompson: "Play Our Brand" Linebacker Shaq Thompson addressed the media after the39-34 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday December 7th. Topics include: impr...

DECEMBER 7 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

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DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Shaq Thompson: "Going To Be A Challenge" Linebacker Shaq Thompson addressed the media after practice on Wednesday December 3rd. Topics include: playing the Bengals with QB Joe Burro...

DECEMBER 3 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Shaq Thompson: "I've Been Challenging This Defense" Bills LB Shaq Thompson joined One Bills Live after today's practice. He talked about his increased role of late, going up against Joe Burrow...

DECEMBER 3 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Maddy Awards: Handing Out The Hardware Following Win Over The Steelers Bills team reporter Maddy Glab handed out her Maddy Awards following the team's win over the Steelers. Alec Anderson, Ryan Van Demark, Chris...

DECEMBER 1 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

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DECEMBER 1 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Four tackles in TNF loss Thompson recorded four tackles (zero solo) in Buffalo's loss to Houston on Thursday night.

Impact Making his return from a hamstring injury suffered in Week 8, Thompson played 58 percent of the defensive snaps and saw another 11 snaps on special teams. With Terrel Bernard (elbow) looking at an extended absence, Thompson could be a candidate for increased action on defense. The veteran linebacker has recorded 32 tackles (19 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two pass breakups across seven games this season.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice at walkthrough Thompson (hamstring) was listed as a full participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

Impact The Bills held a walkthrough Monday after beating the Bucs on Sunday, and the team is now on a short week ahead of Thursday night's date with the Texans. The 31-year-old veteran linebacker has been sidelined since Week 8.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 11 Thompson (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.

Impact The veteran linebacker was a full participant in practice Thursday and Friday. However, he has not progressed enough in his recovery from a hamstring injury to be cleared to return from a three-game absence. Thompson's next opportunity to play is Thursday against the Texans.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Sunday Thompson (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Impact Thompson fully participated in practice in both the Thursday and Friday sessions, a positive sign for the weakside linebacker's chances to suit up for Sunday's game. Prior to injuring his hamstring the veteran played in five games for the Bills where he logged 27 tackles (18 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and defensed two passes. If available for Sunday, Thompson will likely share rotational linebacker duties with other Bills defenders such as Matt Milano and Dorian Williams (groin).

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Thompson (hamstring) returned to full practice participation Thursday.

Impact Thompson upgraded to full participation Thursday after being limited by a hamstring injury Wednesday, putting him on track to suit up Sunday against the Buccaneers. Thompson missed each of the Bills' last two games due to the hamstring injury, and he looks set to get back to playing a significant role in the Bills' linebacker corps.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Thompson (hamstring) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Thompson has missed two consecutive games with his hamstring injury, but getting in a limited practice Wednesday would suggest he has a chance to return this week versus Tampa Bay. Terrel Bernard and Matt Milano are healthy and soaked up the vast majority of the snaps at linebacker Week 10 against Miami.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 10 Thompson (hamstring) won't play Sunday against the Dolphins, head coach Sean McDermott revealed Friday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Impact Thompson will miss a second consecutive game Sunday. His next chance to take the field will come in Week 11 against the Buccaneers.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

Misses Wednesday's practice Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters that Thompson (hamstring) won't practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Impact Thompson was held out of the Bills' Week 9 win over the Chiefs due to a hamstring injury, so it's no surprise that he'll remain sidelined at Wednesday's practice. The 31-year-old likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to play in the Week 10 contest against the Dolphins. If Thompson returns Sunday, he's expected to operate as the Bills' top reserve inside linebacker.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 2 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Ruled out for Week 9 Thompson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Impact Thompson played 89 percent of the defensive snaps last week against the Panthers and has started each of the past two games for the Bills. With Thompson out against Kansas City, Matt Milano should step back into the starting lineup now that he's past his pectoral injury.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Downgrades to DNP on Thursday Thompson (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Thompson's trending in the wrong direction, as he was a limited participant Wednesday. If Thompson's unable to practice Friday, he would be unlikely to suit up Sunday against the Chiefs.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

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