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Fantasy Player Profile Matt Milano

  • Matt Milano
  • LB #58
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@NE: #24 vs opposing LB - 13.97 FPA
Bye Week12Rank181% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts5.50WK 18 Pts0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1ARI
Win, 34-28
0.00
2@MIA
Win, 31-10
0.00
3JAX
Win, 47-10
0.00
4@BAL
Loss, 10-35
0.00
5@HOU
Loss, 20-23
0.00
6@NYJ
Win, 23-20
0.00
7TEN
Win, 34-10
0.00
8@SEA
Win, 31-10
0.00
9MIA
Win, 30-27
0.00
10@IND
Win, 30-20
0.00
11KC
Win, 30-21
0.00
12Bye  0.00
13SF
Win, 35-10
4.00
14@LAR
Loss, 42-44
2.50
15@DET
Win, 48-42
3.50
16NE
Win, 24-21
0.00
17NYJ
Win, 40-14
5.50
18@NE
Loss, 16-23
0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1ARI,
W 34-28
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2@MIA,
W 31-10
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3JAX,
W 47-10
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4@BAL,
L 10-35
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5@HOU,
L 20-23
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6@NYJ,
W 23-20
-----0.00
7TEN,
W 34-10
-----0.00
8@SEA,
W 31-10
-----0.00
9MIA,
W 30-27
-----0.00
10@IND,
W 30-20
-----0.00
11KC,
W 30-21
-----0.00
12Bye-----0.00
13SF,
W 35-10
3----4.00
14@LAR,
L 42-44
2----2.50
15@DET,
W 48-42
----13.50
16NE,
W 24-21
-----0.00
17NYJ,
W 40-14
2---15.50
18@NE,
L 16-23
-----0.00
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News

  • Restructures deal

    Milano agreed to restructure his contract with the Bills on Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Milano agreed to shorten his contract with the Bills by a year, leaving him with one year remaining on his deal. It's worth noting the restructure also amounts to a pay cut, freeing up roughly $6 million in salary cap space for the team, but Milano can earn that back in incentives. The 2022 All-Pro linebacker has spent his first eight seasons in Buffalo, but he's only appeared in nine regular-season games the last two seasons due to injury.

    Published: Tue, Mar 18 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another injury-plagued campaign

    Milano, who tore his biceps during training camp, only played in four regular-season games in 2024, making 16 tackles (seven solo) and recovering two fumbles.

    Analysis: The 2022 First Team All-Pro didn't make his 2024 season debut until December. He played up to his usual standard in three playoff games however, recording 17 tackles (12 solo) including 2.0 sacks. Injuries have limited Milano to just nine regular-season appearances over the last two seasons, and while the 30-year-old linebacker still has two years left on his current contract, he has no guaranteed money left on the deal.

    Published: Tue, Feb 4 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for AFC Championship Game

    Milano (hamstring/elbow) practiced in full Friday and does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's road AFC Championship Game at Kansas City.

    Analysis: Milano will be available for the Bills' key road playoff matchup against the Chiefs as the team looks to advance past Kansas City and to the Super Bowl. The standout linebacker has played 80-plus percent of the team's defensive snaps during each of Buffalo's playoff games thus far, in which span he's totaled eight tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks.

    Published: Fri, Jan 24 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to full practice

    Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Milano (hamstring/elbow) will practice in full Friday, Maddy Glab of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: McDermott said the team will still have to see how things go regarding Milano's status for Sunday's AFC Championship Game in Kansas City, a potential indication that the veteran linebacker could still carry a 'questionable' designation on Friday's official injury report. Nonetheless, to see Milano close out his week of practice with a full session bodes well for his chances of suiting up versus the Chiefs.

    Published: Fri, Jan 24 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still nursing hamstring injury

    Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Milano has been limited in consecutive practices due to a hamstring injury he likely picked up during Buffalo's divisional-round win over Baltimore. He's not in realistic danger of missing Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Kansas City unless he suffers a setback in Friday's practice. Since being activated off injured reserve in Week 13, Milano has accumulated 24 tackles (11 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two fumble recoveries across six games (including two playoff contests).

    Published: Thu, Jan 23 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice

    Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday that Milano (elbow/hamstring) was a limited participant at practice, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano played a season-high 88 percent of defensive snaps during last Sunday's divisional-round win over the Ravens, in which he compiled three tackles (one solo). The veteran linebacker appears to have picked up a hamstring issue in the process, but he'll have two more days to upgrade his activity levels before Buffalo discloses designations for Sunday's AFC Championship Game at Kansas City.

    Published: Wed, Jan 22 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play Week 17

    Milano (biceps/groin) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: After logging a limited estimation Wednesday, Milano practiced fully Thursday and Friday and appears ready to return following a one-game absence. In three games this season, Milano has logged 11 tackles (five solo) and one fumble recovery.

    Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Milano (biceps/groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Milano was unable to play against the Patriots in Week 16 due to bicep and groin injuries. His ability to log a full practice Thursday indicates that he is on track to play against the Jets on Sunday. Milano has logged 11 tackles (five solo) and one fumble recovery in three regular-season games.

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Week 16

    Milano (biceps/groin) will not play in Sunday's game versus the Patriots.

    Analysis: Milano injured his groin in last week's win over the Lions. He finished the week as a limited participant at practice, but he ultimately will not get permission to suit up. He will now miss his 12th full outing of the season. As a result, Dorian Williams figures to be the likely candidate to fill in at weakside linebacker.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Milano (biceps/groin) will be a limited participant in the Bills' final practice of the week and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano suffered a groin injury this past weekend against the Lions and had to exit the matchup in the second half. He'll now be limited in Buffalo's final practice before the weekend, and he's in jeopardy of missing his twelfth full outing of the season. Friday's practice should give a better indication of whether he'll see the field or not, but the decision may not be made until Sunday afternoon when inactives are releases approximately 90 minutes before kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures groin versus Detroit

    Milano exited Sunday's game against the Lions with a groin injury and is questionable to return.

    Analysis: Prior to leaving in the second half, Milano registered three tackles (zero solo) and one QB hit. Baylon Spector is next up for snaps at linebacker for Buffalo while Milano is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not limited in season debut

    Milano logged 77 percent of Buffalo's defensive snaps and recorded five tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 35-10 Week 13 win against the 49ers.

    Analysis: Milano missed the first 12 weeks of the campaign due to a torn biceps, but even in slippery and snowy conditions Sunday, he saw plenty of action. The veteran linebacker was on the field for 77 percent of Buffalo's defensive snaps while Dorian Williams, who had been starting in his place, played only on special teams. Milano thus appears set to be full-steam ahead for the remainder of the campaign as long as he can remain healthy.

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially set for return

    Milano is active for Sunday night's contest against the 49ers, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Milano will officially make his return to the field in Week 13 after missing the entirety of the season to this point with a torn biceps. The linebacker compiled 30 total tackles (18 solo) while adding two interceptions, two passes defensed and a forced fumble over five games in 2023 before a season-ending leg injury. Milano will now slot in at weakside linebacker on Buffalo's defense versus San Francisco.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated off IR

    The Bills activated Milano (biceps) off injured reserve Saturday, and he remains questionable for Sunday's Week 13 game against San Francisco.

    Analysis: Milano tore his biceps in training camp and had been on injured reserve all season until Saturday. Though he's still deemed questionable for Sunday, the veteran linebacker has a good chance of suiting up after logging a trio of full practices this week. Milano's return could lead to less defensive snaps for Dorian Williams.

    Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see first action of season

    Milano (biceps) is questionable for Sunday night's game against the 49ers, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano is one of the NFL's better all-around linebackers but also one of the more injury-prone ones. He's yet to play in a game this season after seeing action in just five regular-season contests in 2023. While he may not see a full workload right away even if he does return Sunday night, the 9-2 Bills have aspirations toward a deep playoff run, and having the heartbeat of their defense back out there would certainly help that aim.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full

    Milano (biceps) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.

    Analysis: Milano practiced in full for the first time since being designated to return from injured reserve Nov. 13, suggesting he's trending toward returning for Sunday's matchup against the 49ers. However, the 30-year-old linebacker must still be activated to Buffalo's active roster in order to suit up in Week 13. If Milano is active Sunday, it will be his first appearance of the season after tearing his biceps in mid-August.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 11

    Milano (biceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Milano was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window, but he was never expected to play versus Kansas City. Buffalo has a Week 12 bye, so a Week 13 return against San Francisco makes more sense for the Buffalo linebacker.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Milano (biceps) was a limited participant in Wednesday's walk-through.

    Analysis: Milano was officially designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window. He suffered a torn biceps back on Aug. 15 and has yet to play this season. Milano is not expected to be activated in time for Sunday's clash with the Chiefs, but a return to the field appears to be in the near future.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Milano (biceps) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.

    Analysis: Milano will now have a 21-day window to practice with the team before needing to be moved to the active roster. The Boston College product is expected to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday when he returns to the field and is not expected to play Sunday against the Chiefs.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Window to open soon

    Head coach Sean McDermott stated Monday that Milano (biceps) will be designated to return from injured reserve this week.

    Analysis: Milano's designation to return will be a major hurdle cleared for his return to action and open up the ability for him to practice with the team. However, McDermott said the Boston College product will not play Sunday against the Chiefs. With the Bills having a Week 12 bye, his next opportunity to make his season debut would be Dec. 1 against the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Progress in recovery being made

    Head coach Sean McDermott stated Wednesday that there is hope Milano (biceps) will return this year, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano suffered a torn biceps during training camp, but he's moving in the right direction, according to McDermott. The initial hope was the Boston College product would be able to return sometime in December, but it's not clear if that timeline has shifted. With December still a few weeks away, it's likely a more definitive date for Milano's return won't come anytime soon.

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    The Bills placed Milano (biceps) on IR and designated him to return Tuesday.

    Analysis: Milano was diagnosed with a torn biceps Aug. 15, and he will likely miss a majority of the 2024 campaign. The veteran linebacker will be eligible to return at some point during the season, but his absence will provide increased snaps for Terrel Bernard, Dorian Williams and Nicholas Morrow.

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with torn biceps

    Milano has been diagnosed with a torn biceps and will undergo surgery with the hope of returning late in the 2024 season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Schefter suggests that returning in December might be a reasonable goal for Milano, whose 2023 campaign ended Week 5 when he suffered a fractured leg. The linebacker worked his way back to full health and had been participating in training camp without limitations, but he's now set to miss a majority of his age-30 season, leaving more snaps at linebacker available for Dorian Williams and Nicholas Morrow (groin). Terrel Bernard appears locked in for an every-down role and is Buffalo's best IDP…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Past leg issue

    General manager Brandon Beane told reporters that Milano will participate fully in Wednesday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Milano fractured his leg during Week 5 of the Bills' 2023 campaign, but it now appears as if he's moved past the issue. The veteran linebacker is an integral part of Buffalo's defense, and he's expected to remain one of the team's top inside linebackers now that he's returned from injury.

    Published: Wed, Jul 24 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at minicamp

    Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (leg) will be limited at Tuesday's practice, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.

    Analysis: Milano is working his way back from a right leg fracture, and while McDermott said earlier this offseason that it likely won't be until training camp that he participates in drills, it's encouraging to see the veteran already practicing in a limited capacity. The standout linebacker appears on a good track to be ready for Week 1 of the 2024 season, barring any setbacks.

    Published: Tue, Jun 11 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering as scheduled

    Milano (leg) is on schedule in his recovery from a fractured leg, Dan Fetes of 13WHAM reports.

    Analysis: Milano is still in recovery mode, and he likely won't participate in drills until closer to training camp, coach Sean McDermott indicated this week. However, as long as the linebacker stays on schedule, he should be ready to go when Week 1 of the 2024 campaign begins.

    Published: Tue, May 21 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • No timeline yet

    Milano (leg) doesn't have a rehab timeline, though Bills GM Brandon Beane said Tuesday that the linebacker is "probably closer to being through rehab" than cornerback Tre'Davious White (Achilles), Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports.

    Analysis: The Bills lost two of their best defenders to season-ending injuries in early October, with Milano fracturing his leg one week after White tore an Achilles' tendon. The latter is more likely to be a concern for 2024, though it's certainly possible Milano's rehab process impacts his spring/summer as he prepares for his age-30 season. The linebacker is under contract through 2026, including a fully guaranteed $4.125 million base salary (and $12.437 million cap hit) for 2024.

    Published: Tue, Jan 23 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to return this season

    Coach Sean McDermott said Friday he doesn't believe Milano (leg) has a chance to return from IR this season, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Milano suffered a fractured right leg in early October, one of numerous brutal injuries for Buffalo's defense this season. At the time of Milano's injury, McDermott insinuated that the All-Pro linebacker could have a chance to return down the stretch, but it sounds like that's no longer in play. As such, Milano's attention will be turned to making a full recovery for the 2024 campaign.

    Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to IR

    The Bills placed Milano (leg) on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Milano is set to miss significant time due to a fractured right leg suffered during Sunday's loss to the Jaguars, so his move to IR comes as little surprise. Buffalo is also awaiting the results of an MRI to determine whether the All-Pro linebacker has suffered an additional knee injury, though Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic relays that head coach Sean McDermott said "the door hasn't been shut" on Milano making a return down the stretch.

    Published: Wed, Oct 11 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fractures leg, likely done for 2023

    Milano has been diagnosed with a fractured leg and is also feared to have suffered a season-ending knee injury in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Jaguars, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Milano is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his knee as the Bills look to determine whether he suffered any ligament damage, but even if the fractured leg is the most serious of his injuries, the star linebacker appears set to miss extended time. The loss of Milano is a significant for the Buffalo defense, as the 29-year-old was a first-team All-Pro selection in 2022 and was off to another strong start to the first five games of the 2023 season with 30 tackles, two interceptions and a forced…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out Sunday

    Milano (knee), who won't return to Sunday's game against the Jaguars, had a full cast on his leg from his shin to his thigh after being carted off the field, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Milano registered three tackles before the injury occurred. Per Rapoport, the full cast on Milano's right leg is indicative of a major injury, and the star linebacker could miss significant time this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with knee injury

    Milano suffered a knee injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London and won't return. He recorded three tackles prior to departing.

    Analysis: Milano was carted to the locker room and had an air cast on his leg. The seventh-year linebacker fills a key role on the Buffalo defense and had compiled 30 tackles, two interceptions and a forced fumble through five games this season. Dorian Williams came off the bench to replace Milano in the lineup.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks off another pass

    Milano recorded four tackles and an interception in Sunday's 38-10 win versus Las Vegas.

    Analysis: With the game already in hand and the Raiders in desperation mode, Milano jumped in front of a Jimmy Garoppolo pass intended for Josh Jacobs late in the third quarter to notch his second interception of the year. He's also still on pace for more than 100 tackles over a full season and is therefore a fine option at IDP heading into a Week 3 matchup at Washington.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight tackles, interception in loss

    Milano recorded eight tackles (three solo) while also intercepting a pass and deflecting another in Monday's 22-16 overtime loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Milano was very active on the Bills' defense as per usual, and he was able to slide in front of Zach Wilson's pass for an interception late in the first half. The linebacker matched his career high with three picks in 2022 and he's off to a strong start this season.

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to work

    Milano was able to practice Sunday after missing Friday's session due to general soreness, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: There never seemed to be any real concern for Buffalo's best linebacker, who should be slated to pick up a slew of tackles this season while surrounded by a crew of talented yet unproven linebacker teammates.

    Published: Sun, Aug 6 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses Friday's session

    Milano missed practice Friday due to general soreness, Alec White and Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site report.

    Analysis: The Bills often bake in a few rest days for veterans like Milano during the grueling summer work anyway, so this doesn't sound like anything serious for the team's best linebacker. Milano will be counted on to do even more this season with Tremaine Edmunds off to Chicago in free agency, so he's a good bet -- health permitting -- to reach 100-plus tackles for the first time since the 2019 season.

    Published: Sat, Aug 5 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets two more years

    Milano signed a two-year contract extension Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Milano's contract will now run through the 2026 season while also creating $6 million in cap space this offseason for the Bills. The veteran linebacker completed arguably his best statistical season in 2022, recording 99 tackles (72 solo), 1.5 sacks, 11 passes defended and three interceptions. He'll remain an integral piece of the Bills defense next season and likely multiple years beyond that now.

    Published: Sun, Mar 12 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moderate effort in win

    Milano recorded six tackles (four solo) and one pass defensed during Saturday's 35-13 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Milano logged a respectable six stops in the Week 16 contest versus Chicago, as he now has 91 total tackles across 14 games played this year. The 223-pound linebacker should once again play a significant role defensively when the Bills square up against Cincinnati next Monday night.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Collects eight stops in win

    Milano finished with eight tackles (three solo) in Saturday's game against the Bills.

    Analysis: Milano hasn't missed a defensive snap since Week 6, recording 53 tackles (35 solo), 1.5 sacks, one pass defended and one interception over this stretch. The linebacker shouldn't have much difficulty recording 100-plus tackles for the first time since 2019, assuming he's able to remain healthy. He's at 85 with three games left.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Week 15

    Milano (knee) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Saturday's game versus Miami.

    Analysis: Milano has been considered day-to-day with a knee injury that kept him sidelined during practice Tuesday and Wednesday. While he only managed to log a limited session Thursday, the linebacker is nonetheless still scheduled to play Saturday. Milano followed a similar practice structure last week before playing every defensive snap in Sunday's win over the Jets, so his usage doesn't figure to be limited while facing Miami's high-flying offense either. The 28-year-old has accumulated 77 tackles,…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unavailable for practice

    Milano (knee) will not practice Wednesday, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Milano continues to deal with the knee injury that hobbled him last week in practice, but considering he played in Week 14, he seems likely to be able to go Saturday versus the Dolphins. In the off chance he can't play, Tyrel Dodson would step into a larger role.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs nine tackles, recovers fumble

    Milano recorded nine tackles (seven solo), two passes defensed and one fumble recovery in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Milano, who entered the Week 14 matchup versus the Jets with a questionable tag due to a knee issue, didn't show any signs of injury with his game-high nine stops. The 28-year old also recovered a fumble late in the fourth quarter to keep it a two-score game, and he'll now enter this weekend's contest against Miami with another anticipated every-down role.

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Milano (knee) is active Sunday against the Jets.

    Analysis: Milano closed out the week with a limited practice Friday, paving the way for him to take the field Sunday. His ability to suit up is certainly good news for the Bills' defense when they host the Jets on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 14

    The Bills list Milano (knee) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: After missing the first two practices of the week, Milano was able to log a limited practice Friday, opening the door for him to play this weekend. The linebacker picked up the knee injury in the Bills' Week 13 win over the Patriots. If Milano is unable to play versus the Jets, the Bills could turn to A.J. Klein or Tyrel Dodson to replace him in the starting lineup at linebacker.

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Battling knee issue

    Milano didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a knee issue, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Sean McDermott referred to Milano as day-to-day with the knee injury, which the linebacker presumably picked up during the Bills' Week 13 win over the Patriots last Thursday. Milano will have two more opportunities to get back on the practice field before the Bills decide whether he carries an injury designation into Sunday's contest against the Jets. Through 11 appearances on the season, Milano has tallied 67 tackles, six pass breakups, two interceptions, one fumble recovery and one…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fills box score in win

    Milano recorded 12 tackles (eight solo), including one sack, and recovered a fumble during Sunday's 31-23 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old showed up all over the field with fellow starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (groin) sidelined Week 11. Milano recorded double-digit tackles for the second time this season, and he also came away with his first turnover and first sack of the season. Even though Milano already played nearly every defensive snap in all but two of his nine games this season, he could continue to see increased production if Edmunds remains out against Detroit on Thanksgiving Day.

    Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 5:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Thursday

    Milano (illness) was listed as a full participant on the Bills' injury report Thursday.

    Analysis: Milano returned to practice Thursday after he and several other Bills players were sidelined with an illness during the team's first practice for Week 11. Outside of his lone absence against the Jets in Week 9, the 28-year-old linebacker has played a prominent role for the Bills' defense this season, recording 43 tackles, five passes defended, two interceptions and a defensive touchdown. With team-leading tackler Tremaine Edmunds (groin) sidelined during practice Thursday, Milano could be used…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out with illness

    Milano missed practice Wednesday due to an illness.

    Analysis: Several Bills missed practice Wednesday due to illness, as the hits are starting to pile up for a team that's lost two straight games, contests where it had double-digit leads in each. If there's a bright side, it's that whatever is running through the locker room is happening earlier in the week and there's time to rest and heal up before Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury designation

    Milano (oblique) was a full participant during practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Milano missed the Bills' loss to the Jets on Sunday and was a limited participant in practice Wednesday. His return to full participation Thursday is certainly good news for the Bills' defense while also signaling the veteran linebacker should take the field Sunday against the Vikings.

    Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Milano (oblique) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano was sidelined for the team's Week 9 loss to the Jets, but he returned to practice to start Week 10 prep. The sixth-year linebacker will have two more opportunities to log a full participation before the Bills need to make a decision on Milano's status for Sunday's matchup against Minnesota.

    Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Outlook better for Week 10

    Coach Sean McDermott said Monday that Milano, who missed Sunday's loss to the Jets with an oblique injury, "is improving," Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Bills have a fantastic defense, but they are not very deep at linebacker and got absolutely gashed by the Jets' running game without Milano out there. Milano is an impactful enough player that those who roster Minnesota players will want to pay attention to his status leading up to Sunday's Week 10 matchup featuring two of the league's elite teams.

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 7:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive, as expected

    Milano (oblique) is inactive Week 9 against the Jets.

    Analysis: Despite entering the week with a questionable tag following a limited showing in Friday's practice, Milano wasn't expected to suit up for this contest. Terrel Bernard -- who had primarily been a special-teamer until recently -- is in line to get the start in Milano's stead.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play

    Milano (oblique), who is listed as questionable, isn't expected to play in Sunday's game against the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Milano managed to resume practicing in a limited capacity Friday, but he still doesn't appear to have made enough progress in his recovery from the oblique injury he suffered last Sunday against the Packers to play this weekend. If Milano is indeed placed on Buffalo's inactive list ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, rookie third-round pick Terrel Bernard will likely enter the starting lineup in his place.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 4:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 9

    Milano (oblique) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, Alec White of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano finally returned to a limited practice Friday after sitting out Wednesday and Thursday, so at least he's trending in the right direction. With starting safety Jordan Poyer already ruled out for Sunday's game with an elbow injury, it would certainly help the Bills if one of their other star defensive players is able to suit up for the divisional contest.

    Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 10:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Wednesday

    Milano (oblique) was a non-participant during Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Milano suffered an oblique injury during the Bills' primetime win over the Packers in Week 8 and will remain sidelined to start Week 9 prep. The starting linebacker will have two more opportunities to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Jets.

    Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with injury

    Milano suffered an oblique injury in Monday night's win over the Packers, according to head coach Sean McDermott, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano was able to play 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in the contest, and he walked away with five tackles, a pass defensed and an interception. However, he apparently picked up the injury at some point during the game, which will need further evaluation before determining the extent of it.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in tackles

    Milano recorded 13 tackles (11 solo), including two for loss, during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Milano led the team in tackles by notching a season-high 13 stops, giving him 27 through the first four games of the campaign. When healthy, the veteran linebacker has been a consistently productive member of the Bills defense and will look to build off his season-high performance against the Steelers in Week 5.

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns 43-yard pick-six

    Milano tallied three tackles (two solo) and one interception returned for a 43-yard touchdown during Monday's 41-7 victory over Tennessee.

    Analysis: Milano intercepted a pass intended for Nick Westbrook-Ikhine in the third quarter before he was forced to exit Monday's win with a stinger. The starting inside linebacker still tied Tremaine Edmunds and Jordan Poyer for the Bills' second-most defensive snaps played against the Titans, and he will maintain a prominent role for Buffalo when healthy this season.

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 9:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Wednesday

    Milano (neck) was a full participant during Wednesday's walk-through practice, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano was ruled out for the remainder of Monday's blowout win over the Titans after suffering what was initially reported as a stinger. He's now being listed with a neck injury, but it doesn't appear to be a major issue and he should be good to go for Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins. Through two games, the veteran linebacker has 10 tackles and an interception, which he returned for a touchdown.

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Monday

    Milano (stinger) was ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Titans.

    Analysis: Milano appears to have sustained a stinger injury at some point Monday night, though the exact nature and severity of this injury are unclear. However, with Buffalo up big late in the fourth quarter, it's possible that the linebacker's absence could be more of a precautionary move heading into the team's next game against the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 7:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies second sack

    Milano had nine tackles (six solo) and one sack during Sunday's overtime loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Milano normally provides solid fantasy value due to his consistent involvement as a run stopper, but he managed to bring down Tom Brady during Sunday's narrow loss. Next on deck Week 15, Milano will work to contain a Panthers offense that may involve both Cam Newton and P.J. Walker under center.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Patriots

    Milano (shoulder) does not have an injury designation for Monday's game against New England.

    Analysis: Milano logged two limited practices to begin the week, but he turned in a full session Saturday. His return to health will be a key for a Bills defense that will head into its first full game without Tre'Davious White (knee). Through 10 games this season, Milano has tallied 57 tackles, one sack and three passes defended while logging a snap rate above 75 percent in nine contests.

    Published: Sat, Dec 4 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to start week

    Milano was listed as a limited participant for Thursday's practice due to a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: Given that this is the first practice of the week and Milano is at least practicing on some level, we'd be shocked if he didn't play in Monday's huge game against the division-leading Patriots. The bigger question is whether Milano -- who's posted at least eight tackles in each of the past three games -- can shake an injury designation before Saturday's final report.

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets nine tackles

    Milano recorded nine tackles (three solo) in the Bills' 41-15 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: Milano's nine tackles ties his mark from the previous week, which are season highs. It appears he may be picking up steam as the season progresses after an injury-riddled 2020 and a nagging hamstring injury early in 2021. Milano will look to keep rolling Thursday against the Saints.

    Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids injury designation

    Milano (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup with the Colts.

    Analysis: Milano was limited at practice all week due to a shoulder injury, but the issue won't affect his availability for Sunday's contest. The 27-year-old should fill his usual every-down role for the Bills this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week with DNP

    Milano missed Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder issue.

    Analysis: Milano didn't appear injured during Sunday's lopsided win over the Jets, so perhaps this absence is more of the maintenance-related variety. With teammate Tremaine Edmunds out of action in Week 10 and starting Week 11 with a DNP, Milano's level of participation as the week goes on is worth watching for those using the Buffalo defense.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 6:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Helps shut down Jets

    Milano tallied a season-high nine tackles and a pass defensed in Sunday's 45-17 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: The nice thing about Milano's season to date is that he hasn't suffered through injuries, as he normally is working through one issue or another throughout the season. As for the negative, his tackle totals aren't great even though he's kept up his normal pace elsewhere with three passes defensed, two fumble recoveries and a sack. Teammate Tremaine Edmunds didn't play this week due to a hamstring injury, which seemed to get Milano in on more stops -- something to note if Edmunds' injury lingers…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury designation

    Milano (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation heading into Monday's game against Tennessee, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano practiced fully Saturday after his reps were limited Thursday and Friday. As a result, he'll be back on the field following his one-game absence.

    Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again

    Milano (hamstring) was limited at practice for the second straight day Friday.

    Analysis: Milano missed last week's big victory over the Chiefs after hurting himself in Week 4, so his presence for this week's trip to Tennessee is no sure thing. He does get the benefit of an extra day this week, as the Bills don't play until Monday. We'll get an official status for the key linebacker Saturday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited at practice

    Milano (hamstring) remained a limited participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: The linebacker was able to practice in a limited fashion last week before being ruled out versus the Chiefs. His practice status Friday will offer a better gage of his availability for Monday's matchup with the Titans. Milano has 19 tackles, including a sack, while recovering two fumbles in four games this season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't go for SNF

    Milano (hamstring) will not play in Sunday night's game at Kansas City, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano is a key component for the highly rated Buffalo defense, both as a tackler and a versatile defender, so it will be that much more difficult for the underdog Bills to slow down Patrick Mahomes and company without him. Travis Kelce managers should take note, as Milano would normally be the guy to cover the opposing tight end.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be game-time decision

    Milano (hamstring) remains a true game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs, Josina Anderson of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Anderson reports that Milano will go through a workout with Buffalo's trainer and linebacker coaches ahead of the game, which will determine his status for Sunday night's contest. If the 27-year-old is available, he will likely not be at 100 percent, but the Bills defense is a better unit when he is out there, even if not at full health.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Sunday Night Football

    Milano (hamstring) returned to practice on a limited basis Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Kansas City.

    Analysis: Given his practice level this week of DNP-DNP-Limited, Milano looks like he'll truly come down to a game-time decision, and it's likely that if he does suit up he won't be anywhere close to 100 percent. Still, he's proven to be so versatile and consistent with his defensive play that the Bills are a better team when he's on the field, even if not at full health. The team will certainly hope Milano can suit up for the important game between AFC titans.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Murky for Week 5

    Millano did not practice Thursday for the second straight day due to a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: The starting linebacker is probably going to have to log some form of activity Friday ahead of a big matchup against the Chiefs. The Bills have had a difficult enough time trying to slow down Patrick Mahomes & Co. in recent matchups, so coming up with a scheme to do so without one of their key defenders would add even more to the challenge.

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses opening practice

    Milano did not practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Milano left Sunday's win over Houston, and it was pretty apparent right away that he wasn't coming back, so his status will be very much in jeopardy for this week's AFC Championship rematch with the Chiefs. Milano is arguably the team's most consistent defender, so some careful planning would be involved if the Bills have to backfill his role this week, especially when you consider the weapons presented by the opponent.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful to return

    Milano is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Texans due to a hamstring injury, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano went to the injury tent in the first half of Sunday's matchup after he recorded a pair of tackles in the first quarter. If he's unable to return, Andre Smith will likely see additional work.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovers fumble in win

    Milano had six tackles (five solo), a pass defensed and a fumble recovery during Sunday's 43-21 win over Washington.

    Analysis: Milano played all 54 defensive snaps and finished second on the team in tackles, two of which went for a loss. The six tackles were a season high for the 27-year-old, who has 16 tackles (14 solo), a sack and two fumble recoveries through three games.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 9:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fills up box score

    Milano posted five tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery in the win over Miami on Sunday.

    Analysis: While Milano's 10 tackles through two games falls short of his usual pace, he's contributing elsewhere in the box score and looks fantastic early in the season. Milano also would have likely produced more had he not been given some rest late in Sunday's blowout game, as he finished with just 78 percent of the defensive snaps when he's typically close to 100. Also encouraging is that Milano was allowed to rush the passer more than we've seen in the past. As a former 101-tackle guy in 2019,…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully Thursday

    Milano (ankle) was a full practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Milano was limited at Wednesday's practice due to the ankle issue, but his quick return to full participation indicates it's not a serious concern. The 27-year-old totaled five tackles (four solo) and one pass breakup while playing every defensive snap during Sunday's season opener, and he'll be available for Week 2 barring a setback.

    Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week limited

    Milano was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: The linebacker wasn't his usual tackle-mongering self in Sunday's loss to the Steelers, posting just four stops, so perhaps the ankle was nagging at him on the field. That said, the fact that he was still able to practice to some degree this early in the week leaves his game status in decent shape for Week 2, when the Bills will take on the rival Dolphins.

    Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not listed on injury report

    Milano (mouth) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Milano picked up a mouth injury early in camp but is ready to go for Week 1. The 27-year-old recorded 45 total tackles, 3.5 sacks and one interception in 10 games last season and is set to start at outside linebacker in Buffalo's 4-3 defense.

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers mouth injury

    Milano left Monday's practice due to a mouth injury, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Typically, a mouth injury isn't too much to worry about for NFL players, but we'll keep tabs on it until the starting outside linebacker is back at practice.

    Published: Mon, Aug 9 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Staying in Buffalo

    Milano is re-signing with the Bills on a four-year, $44 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Milano reportedly gets $24 million guaranteed, though we'll note that initial reports often prove inaccurate on contract details. The 2017 fifth-round pick would've been one of the top linebackers available in free agency, with his coverage skills making him more valuable than the traditional stats suggest. And to be fair, Milano has enjoyed some stretches of decent IDP production, including career highs for tackles (101) and pass defenses (nine) in 2019. A pectoral injury then limited him to…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 11 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May be expensive to keep

    Milano is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.

    Analysis: The starting outside linebacker was hampered by injuries in 2020, but there's no doubt the Bills are a better team when he's out there doing his thing with fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds. In fact, of the 13 regular and postseason games that Milano played in, Sunday's loss to the Chiefs was the only one the Bills lost. The Bills clearly want him back but could be up against the cap, so if the demand ends up being super high for the Boston College product, the team may have to let him go. Milano…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 28 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big numbers in big win

    Milano posted eight tackles and a sack in Monday's 38-9 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: This was easily Milano's best game since he came back from a pectoral injury in Week 13, and it was also his first contest where he saw more than 50 percent of the defensive snaps in that span. Milano played 88 percent of the defensive plays Monday, as much as any other Buffalo defender, which means he was on the field for all the action until the game was out of hand and the starters were rested. Milano seems finally past the injury, and the tackle machine could be a sneaky IDP play in playoff…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes bigger impact

    Milano, in his second game back from an IR stint due to a pectoral injury, posted two tackles, a sack and one pass defensed in Sunday's win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Milano still isn't all the way back, but he was out there for 47 percent of the defensive snaps vs. 31 percent the previous week. He also appeared to be in on the action more, while his sack was a key play in what was a tight game until the fourth quarter. From an IDP perspective, it's mostly been a lost season for the fourth-year linebacker, but he could be a sneaky pickup in Week 16 or 17 if he can get back to his normal 100 percent snap count and the Bills need to keep winning to secure…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning for Week 13

    Milano (pectoral) was activated from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game against the 49ers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The news isn't overly surprising, as the 26-year-old traveled with the team Sunday for the trip out west. Milano hasn't seen game action since Week 8 and has 21 total tackles, 1.5 sacks and one interception in five games this season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Jumps on big ol' jet airliner

    Milano (pectoral) flew with the Bills to Arizona ahead of Monday night's meeting with the 49ers, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano hasn't been activated from injured reserve yet, but the Bills have until 4pm Monday in order to do so. It seems as if that's the plan for the starting linebacker if he's traveling that far with the team. Milano hasn't suited up for the Bills since Week 8.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will make it back this season

    The Bills have designated Milano (pectoral) to return to practice.

    Analysis: The starting linebacker has missed the past three games with the injury, though he's now expected to return to practice this week. The Bills have 21 days to activate Milano, and they could even get him out there for this week's game against the 49ers if they make the decision by Saturday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to IR

    Milano (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: This move guarantees that Milano will miss the Bills' next two games, but he could return to action following the team's Week 11 bye. It's a major loss for the Bills' defense, as Milano is a strong cover linebacker and has registered 21 tackles, 1.5 sacks, three pass breakups and an interception through five games. Andre Smith is expected to start at weak-side linebacker moving forward.

    Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't face Seahawks

    Coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Milano (pectoral) is ruled out for Sunday's game against Seattle, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano had managed to play through his lingering pectoral injury the last two games, though he was limited to a third or less of defensive snaps versus both the Jets and Patriots. That the standout linebacker will now be forced to miss a key game against Seattle could indicate that he's suffered a setback in his recovery.

    Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Milano (undisclosed) won't practice Wednesday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It's possible this absence is just precautionary for the linebacker, who has already battled hamstring and pectoral injuries this season. If Milano's unable to practice Thursday, that would start to cast serious doubt on his status for Sunday's game against Seattle.

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active against New England

    Milano (pectoral) is active for Sunday's game versus the Patriots.

    Analysis: Milano returned to the lineup last week after a two-game hiatus, and he didn't handle his typical workload, playing just 33 percent of the defensive snaps. Perhaps his responsibilities will ramp up against the Patriots, as the standout linebacker is too much of a difference-maker to stay on the sidelines.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered questionable

    Milano (pectoral) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Milano has been limited in practice all week, a hint that he could operate under a snap count if he does suit up against New England. While Milano normally handles a starting role for Buffalo, he only played 19 defensive snaps against the Jets in Week 7, his first game back from an injury suffered in Week 4.

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to begin week

    Milano (pectoral) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: The Bills are continuing to ease Milano back into action, while he played just 19 defensive snaps during Sunday's win against the Jets. The standout linebacker will work to ramp up his activity ahead of the Week 8 divisional contest against the Patriots.

    Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eased back in

    Milano tallied two tackles and half a sack during Sunday's win at the Jets after missing the two previous games with a pectoral injury.

    Analysis: Milano is still far from perfect health, as coach Sean McDermott has stated the team will have to build up his reps. He was only able to play 19 defensive snaps Sunday, though given the magnitude of this week's game against the rival Patriots -- plus the extra week of healing -- we'd expect Milano to have a significant jump in play count for Week 8.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at it Sunday

    Milano (pectoral) is active for Sunday's game at the Jets.

    Analysis: Milano was a true question mark after missing Week 5 and 6, both prime-time losses for the Bills where their defense got exposed while missing a bunch of plays Milano usually is around. The Bills are still a pretty injury-depleted team, so Milano's return is a big boost, even in a heavily favored game.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Milano (pectoral) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old missed the past two games with the pectoral injury, but he may be able to retake the field Sunday. Milano practiced as a limited participant all week, so he could end up being a game-time decision.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to work, limited

    Milano, who's missed the last two games with a pectoral injury, is practicing on a limited basis Wednesday, Vic Carucci of The Buffalo News reports.

    Analysis: The Bills have been gashed by the Titans and Chiefs the last two games, so Milano's ability to play this weekend against the Jets will be an important factor toward the team getting back to its winning ways. Milano may be more important than any player on the team outside of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and Tre'Davious White.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to play Monday

    Milano (pectoral) is inactive for Monday's game versus the Chiefs, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano will spend a second straight game on the sidelines despite practicing fully Friday and logging a limited session Saturday. Tyrel Dodson is expected to start at weak-side linebacker in Milano's place against the Chiefs' powerhouse offense.

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    The Bills have listed Milano (pectoral) as questionable for Monday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Milano appeared to be back to full health after full participation at Friday's practice, but his limited workload Saturday has led to a questionable designation. Final confirmation on his status will come closer to kickoff Monday.

    Published: Sat, Oct 17 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full practice

    Milano (pectoral) practiced in full Friday, paving the way for him to suit up Monday against the Chiefs, Sal Capaccio of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Milano has missed two of Buffalo's first five games due to hamstring and pectoral injuries, but he's been terrific when out there, totaling 18 tackles, a sack and an interception. The versatile linebacker will be a welcome addition to Buffalo's defense for a daunting matchup against a Chiefs team that's churning out 29.8 points per game.

    Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to limited

    Milano (pectoral) was considered a limited practice participant for Thursday's jog-through session, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: While this wasn't a rigorous practice after the Bills got back at it following a rare Tuesday game, Milano did miss practice all last week before ultimately missing the Week 5 contest, so this bodes well for his chances of suiting up for another primetime game Monday, this time against the Chiefs. The team badly felt the loss of its starting outside linebacker in the 42-16 loss, with the Titans scoring a touchdown all six times they were in the red zone.

    Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for Week 5

    Milano (pectoral) did not participate in Saturday's walkthrough practice and has been ruled out for Tuesday's game in Tennessee, the Bills official site reports.

    Analysis: The Bills have the look of a powerhouse team, but the one area where they don't feature a lot of depth is at linebacker, where Milano is a solid three-down starter. The loss will be felt, especially against a team like the Titans that likes to pound the ball with Derrick Henry. This will be Milano's second missed game this season, as he sat out Week 2 with a hamstring injury after hurting himself in the opener.

    Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week with absence

    Milano, who left Sunday's win over the Raiders with a pectoral injury, will not practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Considering coach Sean McDermott labeled Milano "week-to-week" instead of "day-to-day" in his Monday press conference, the linebacker's status for Sunday's game in Tennessee is very much up in the air. Then again, we can probably say the same thing about the game itself considering the Titans' current COVID-19 issues.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives week-to-week label

    Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (pectoral) is considered "week-to-week,", Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old exited Sunday's win over the Raiders during the fourth quarter due to the pectoral injury, recording six tackles (three solo) and one pass breakup before leaving the contest. Milano's availablility for Week 5 remains up in the air, though his status should be updated later in the week once the Bills return to practice.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return Sunday

    Milano is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a pectoral injury.

    Analysis: Milano was forced out of Sunday's contest midway through the fourth quarter. The Bills will rely on Tyrel Dodson to handle expanded defensive snaps as long as Milano remains sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fills out stat sheet

    Milano posted eight tackles, a sack, a pass defensed and two quarterback hits during Sunday's win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Now that's what you call a return from a hamstring injury. Milano had a bigger statistical day than teammate Tremaine Edmunds (five tackles), who also returned after a one-game absence. Expect Milano to continue his usual stat-filling ways when the Bills take on the Raiders in Las Vegas. He was on the field for all 69 defensive plays Sunday, so assume he's close to full health again.

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Milano (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game versus the Rams.

    Analysis: Milano sat out of Week 2's matchup versus the Dolphins, but he practiced fully Friday and is ready to rock Sunday. It's unclear if he'll face any sort of pitch count in his return to action, but if he logs a full workload, he's a solid IDP contributor coming off a 101-tackle season.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Sunday

    Milano (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, is expected to be available to play, Kimberly Jones of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Like Milano, Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) is also questionable after sitting out the Bills' Week 2 win over the Dolphins, but both linebackers should be ready to return for a matchup between undefeated squads. Assuming Milano is able to take on a normal snap load, he should make for a solid lineup option in IDP leagues. He tallied 101 tackles and nine passes defensed -- both career highs -- over 15 games in 2019.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable

    Milano (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Milano began the week with back-to-back limited practices but was a full participant in Friday's session, a hint that he's trending in the right direction. With fellow starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) also listed as questionable, Milano's availability is important for Buffalo's odds of containing the Rams on Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again

    Milano (hamstring) practiced on a limited basis Thursday for the second straight day.

    Analysis: Milano missed last week's win over the Dolphins, but he seems to be trending toward suiting up this week against the Rams. A limited or full practice Friday will back that hypothesis.

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week with limited practice

    Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Milano missed last week's win over Miami after hurting his hamstring in the season opener against the Jets. The linebacker was unable to practice last week, so this is already a step in the right direction, though he's still viewed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams at this point.

    Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for Week 2

    Coach Sean McDemott said on WGR 550 Radio on Friday that Milano (hamstring) will miss Sunday's game in Miami, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Bills will have some challenges to overcome against the Dolphins, as fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) has also been ruled out. Expect to see more of A.J. Klein, Tyler Matakevich, Tyrel Dodson and even deep reserve Deon Lacey.

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Milano (hamstring) missed his second straight practice Thursday, Sal Capaccio of WGR 550 Radio reports.

    Analysis: Milano's injury looked nasty enough when he left Sunday's game that he's probably going to have to at least work on a limited basis Friday to have a viable chance of suiting up against the Dolphins this week. With fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds also hurting, the Bills have some issues amid their LB corps entering Week 2.

    Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts off week with absence

    Milano, who was forced out of Sunday's opener with a hamstring injury, was unable to practice Wednesday, Jourdon LaBarber of the Bills' official site reports.

    Analysis: Coach Sean McDermott labeled the starting linebacker as day-to-day Monday, though it's obvious Milano will have to get some work in Thursday or Friday in order to have a viable shot at playing Sunday in Miami. The Bills could have issues at linebacker with fellow starter Tremaine Edmunds also banged up with a shoulder injury.

    Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return in Week 2

    Coach Sean McDermott said Milano (hamstring) is day-to-day Monday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Milano couldn't finish the season opener against the Jets because of the hamstring injury. McDermott lumped Milano and Tremaine Edmunds (shoulder) together in the day-to-day category, but Milano's soft-tissue injury is a bit more concerning. We should know more when the Bills release their Wednesday practice report, but at this time, the team could be surveying its practice squad depth with just three linebackers currently healthy.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for rest of Week 1

    Milano suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of Sunday's game against the Jets and will not return.

    Analysis: Milano did haul in an interception and post four tackles before the injury, so it's not a wasted IDP day for him by any means. However, linebacker is the one position the talented Bills don't run real deep, so his status for next week's game against Miami will loom as an important one for the team.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Turns in best pro season

    Milano logged 101 tackles, 1.5 sacks, nine pass breakups, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery over 15 regular-season games in 2019.

    Analysis: The third-year linebacker bounced back quite well from a broken leg that ended his 2018 campaign early, working with fellow young stud Tremaine Edmunds to form a nice linebacker tandem for what proved to be one of the NFL's better defenses. As more of an outside guy, Milano doesn't rack up the tackles at quite the same rate as Edmunds, but the former has a better nose for the ball, and that puts him barely short of Edmunds in terms of IDP value. Both will make for solid IDP choices next season…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 5 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 12 tackles in loss

    Milano logged 12 tackles (nine solo) in Saturday's 24-17 loss to New England.

    Analysis: It was Milano's first double-digit tackle effort since Week 8 and just his second of the year. Nevertheless, he's consistently produced all season and sits at exactly 100 stops on the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Forces fumble Sunday

    Milano racked up five tackles (three solo) and forced a fumble in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Milano forced one of the three Pittsburgh fumbles on the night, as the Bills continue to be an opportunistic defense in regard to turnovers. Milano has become a staple in Buffalo's linebacker corps and will look to keep things rolling against the Patriots in Week 16.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Helps contain Lamar Jackson

    Milano had seven tackles -- tied for third on the team -- during Sunday's loss to Baltimore.

    Analysis: Even though the Bills lost, they did a fantastic job slowing down potential league MVP Lamar Jackson all afternoon, and the fleet-footed Milano was a big part of the reason. Milano and fellow linebacker Trey Edmunds play every single down, and while the former is still looking for his first interception of the season, he does have 82 tackles thus far, which includes seven-plus in five of his last seven outings. There are better IDPs out there, though the third-year man is right on pace for his…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 10:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts together impressive outing

    Milano recorded seven tackles (four solo), 0.5 sacks and two pass breakups in Sunday's 37-20 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Milano came in second for the team lead in tackles to Tremaine Edmunds (12), and the duo teamed up to take down Ryan Fitzpatrick in the third quarter. When he's healthy, Milano is an every-snap player, and the third-year pro is on track for a career-high 108 stops this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sack in loss

    Milano recorded seven tackles (five solo) and one sack across 70 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Milano recorded his first sack of the season Sunday, taking down Baker Mayfield for a nine-yard loss early in the fourth quarter. His 58 combined tackles place him third on the Bills defense this season, and that's with a game and some change lost due to injury. He'll look to keep up this level of play against the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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