Bills' defense thinned with Oliver out, Milano doubtful vs Dolphins

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills cruised to a 30-10 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday, but the win came with costly injuries that leave questions about the team's defensive depth and short-term outlook. Defensive tackle Ed Oliver was ruled out for the game after suffering a left ankle injury in practice this week, quarterback Josh Allen briefly left the game with a bloody nose but returned, and linebacker Matt Milano sustained a pectoral issue that could sideline him for an uncertain period.

Coach Sean McDermott said Oliver hurt his ankle Wednesday when he was stepped on in practice and did not practice Thursday. McDermott confirmed Friday that Oliver would not play in East Rutherford and said there is a chance he could return as soon as Week 3, but he would not offer a firm timeline. An NFL analyst suggested the absence could extend beyond a single week. Oliver was a driving force in Buffalo's dramatic 41-40 comeback over Baltimore in Week 1, recording six tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in that game.

Oliver's absence magnifies a thin defensive tackle room. With veteran Larry Ogunjobi serving a six-game suspension and second-year reserve DeWayne Carter lost for...