When the Buffalo Bills take on the Miami Dolphins this Saturday, the matchup will feel different compared to their last encounter. In that previous game, the Dolphins lost their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, due to a serious concussion.
With Tagovailoa back on the field, Bills head coach Sean McDermott is optimistic that the Dolphins’ offense will resemble the dynamic unit fans are used to seeing.
In that same game where Tagovailoa was injured, the Bills also faced a setback, losing star middle linebacker Terrel Bernard to a pectoral injury. Bernard missed a few games but returned in Week 5 against the Houston Texans. However, last weekend, he left the game against the Seattle Seahawks with some injuries, aggravating his pectoral issue and also injuring his ankle.
Before the weekend, McDermott gave a positive update on Bernard, who now appears ready to play against the Dolphins.
This is significant news. Bernard is a key player in the Buffalo defense, contributing not only to on-field communication but also in his ability to read the game and make plays.
The Bills’ defense has been strong lately, improving week by week. A lot of this progress can be attributed to the health of Bernard and cornerback Taron Johnson, both of whom greatly enhance the team’s defensive capabilities. Additionally, the unit has shown improved chemistry and overall performance.
It’s important to note that cornerback Christian Benford is listed as questionable. While having Bernard back would be a major boost, losing Benford would equally affect the game.
Benford has been one of the top cornerbacks in the league this season and played a crucial role in limiting Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle to just 65 receiving yards in their last matchup. Overall, though, the team is relatively healthy as they prepare for their second division game against the Miami Dolphins, aiming to extend their lead in the division.
