Injuries have been a problem for Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Tommy Doyle, but he’s avoided adding to his resume in that area for now.
In Buffalo’s 23-19 preseason win over the Indianapolis Colts, Doyle exited the game in the second quarter due to a knee injury.
Doyle, 25, was playing with the Bills’ second-string offense during the second quarter when he was rolled up on by a Colts defender. Doyle initially grabbed his leg but then completed the series which ended soon after thanks to an interception thrown by quarterback Kyle Allen.
On the ensuing drive, Buffalo moved down to their third-string offense led by quarterback Matt Barkley. Doyle was among the players to leave the game but then the injury designation was announced.
Post game, Buffalo head coach Sean McDermott said Doyle did injure the same knee Doyle previously hurt. It turned out Doyle only sustained a contusion. He has since returned to practice this week.
Since being selected in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL draft by the Bills, Doyle has been limited to only 12 games in two seasons. Staying healthy will be key for Doyle’s NFL future. Included in that is Doyle essentially missing the entire year last season due to an ACL injury.
In addition to Doyle, depth defensive tackle DJ Dale left the contest in the second half due to a rib/ back injury. He was also cleared to return to practice this week. Dale recorded a half sack against the Colts.
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