Bills re-sign fan favorite defensive lineman in surprising reunion

Jarrett Bailey

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The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for their Week 1 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens, which takes place two weeks from today. Ahead of that, they have begun their final roster cutdowns, but have also made an addition to their defensive line.

According to Tom Pelissero, the Bills are bringing back defensive tackle Jordan Phillips.

"Veteran DT Jordan Phillips visited the Bills today and is expected sign with the team later this week, per source," Pelissero reports. "It'll be the fourth stint in Buffalo for Phillips, 32, who has played parts of five seasons there."

The Bills will be without Larry Ogunjobi and Michael Hoecht for the first six games of the 2025 season, as both were suspended for PED usage. Phillips brings some familiarity to the Bills depth on the defensive line, and a veteran presence for several rookies.

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Jarrett Bailey

Jarrett Bailey is a freelance NFL writer for The Sporting News. He previously wrote for USA TODAY Sports Media Group, The 33rd Team and Pro Football Network. Enjoyer of chocolate milk, metal music, Batman, pasta salad, and pro wrestling. There is nothing more breathtaking than a Jeff Hardy swanton bomb.