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The Houston Texans are back in action on a short week for their Thursday Night Football matchup vs. the Buffalo Bills, coming in winning three of their past four games and presenting a rare opportunity for the Texans to reach over the .500 mark for the first time this season.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / November 11

Bills looking to pivot as injuries mount

Bills rookie defensive end Landon Jackson tore his MCL and PCL in the first quarter of a 30-13 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday, according to insider Jordan Schultz.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 5

Buffalo Bills sign potential Michael Hoecht replacement, two others after trade deadline

After coming up empty at the trade deadline, the Buffalo Bills made a few roster moves on Wednesday morning, including signing a potential replacement for injured edge rusher Michael Hoecht.

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 1

Bills call up two experienced defensive reinforcements to face Chiefs in Week 9

The Buffalo Bills' two latest gameday elevations are most likely in direct response to the recent injuries suffered on the defensive side of the ball. Preparing to host the Kansas City Chiefs in a 4:25 p.m.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 1

Bills Elevating DT Phidarian Mathis & CB Dane Jackson

The Bills announced that they have elevated DT Phidarian Mathis and CB Dane Jackson from their practice squad. Mathis, 27, was a second-round pick by the Commanders out of Alabama in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Bills Made Four Roster Moves

The Bills announced four roster moves on Saturday, including signing LB Jimmy Ciarlo from the practice squad and placing CB Dorian Strong on injured reserve.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Bills Announce Signing of Former Jets Player Before Week 2

As Week 2 kicks off, the Buffalo Bills will travel to MetLife Stadium to face their familiar AFC East rival, the New York Jets. Buffalo enters the game in high spirits after a thrilling 41-40 comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1, highlighted by Josh Allen’s fourth-quarter heroics.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 10

Bills sign ex-Commanders 2nd-round pick

After a classic Sunday Night Football matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, the Buffalo Bills are looking to improve their defense. The team recently made a move, signing a defensive tackle to the practice squad, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 10

Bills sign big, versatile DT to fill open spot on practice squad

After bringing in six defensive players for tryouts on Tuesday, the Buffalo Bills have made a move to fill their practice squad heading into Sunday’s Week 2 matchup with the New York Jets.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

Bills Sign DT Phidarian Mathis To PS

The Bills announced on Wednesday that they have signed DT Phidarian Mathis to their practice squad. Mathis, 27, was a second-round pick by the Commanders out of Alabama in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 25

Chargers should pursue former 2nd-round DT to bolster the defensive line

The Los Angeles Chargers have a relatively stout defensive unit. Heading into their second year under coordinator Jesse Minter, the Chargers' defense has an influx of talent at plenty of positions.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / August 21

Jets waive former second-round pick

Responsible for one of the busier trade days at one position in recent NFL history, the New York Jets have followed up their defensive tackle acquisitions with a notable cut.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21

Jets Release DT Phidarian Mathis

ESPN’s Rich Cimini reports the Jets are releasing DT Phidarian Mathis. It’s worth noting New York traded for DT Jowon Briggs from the Browns and DT Harrison Phillips from the Vikings on Wednesday. Mathis, 27, was a second-round pick to the Commanders out of Alabama in the 2022 NFL Draft.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / May 24

NFL Writer Suggests Former Alabama Star On Jets 'Chopping Block'

The New York Jets have a lot to prove this season. Quarterback Justin Fields and head coach Aaron Glenn are two of the most important figures in the franchise this season and both have a lot on their shoulders.

New York Jets News / Gang Green Nation / January 14

Scouting Jets defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis

Taking a look at a defensive line reclamation project Towards the end of the regular season, the New York Jets claimed defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis off waivers from the Washington Commanders.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / December 31

Things go from bad to worse for Commanders' draft cast-off in 2024

The Washington Commanders had to sacrifice someone to make room for the returning defensive tackle and team leader Jonathan Allen before Week 17 against the Atlanta Falcons.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 31

4 NFL Teams Tried to Claim Former Washington Commanders Defensive Tackle From Waivers

The Washington Commanders are looking to find late-season form as they are a playoff team again. They are 11-5 through 16 games. Ahead of their Week 17 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, the Commanders waived former second-round pick Phidarian Mathis.

New York Jets News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31

3 other teams tried to claim new Jets linemen off waivers

When news broke that the the New York Jets had claimed former Washington Commanders defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis off of waivers in a steep competition, it left NFL fans with one massive question: which other teams tried to claim the former second-round pick?

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 30

Report: Bengals Put in Claim for Phidarian Mathis, But Jets Had Higher Priority

The Cincinnati Bengals were one of four teams that claimed defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis. The Texans and Lions also claimed him, but the Jets landed Mathis because they had the highest waiver priority.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / December 29

5 players the Commanders could have drafted over Phidarian Mathis in 2022

The Washington Commanders are gearing up to welcome veteran defensive tackle Jonathan Allen back for their crunch Week 17 clash against the Atlanta Falcons.

Washington Commanders News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 28

Former Alabama DL waived by Washington Commanders amid playoff push

On Saturday, the Washington Commanders waived former Alabama defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis. The decision comes at an interesting time considering Mathis has been a part of the defensive line rotation all season long, and the Commanders are amid a playoff push. Mathis was drafted in 2022 by the Commanders.