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Butler (groin) will play in Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Butler came into the game deemed questionable despite practicing in full Thursday and Friday. The Louisiana Tech product won't be forced to miss game action, as he'll assume his usual role as one of the team's primary run stoppers across the defensive line in Week 9.

Butler (groin) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Butler seems more likely than not to suit up considering he practiced fully Thursday and Friday after starting the week with a limited session Wednesday. His role on the interior of Buffalo's defensive line revolves primarily around stopping the run.

Butler (groin) practiced in full Thursday.

Butler began the week as a limited participant Wednesday, but barring any setbacks he's on track to start against the Seahawks on Sunday. The interior defensive lineman is still searching for his first sack of 2020.

Butler, who missed the Week 8 contest against the Patriots due to a groin injury, was able to practice on a limited basis Wednesday.

The Bills defense held up fine against the Patriots in an important victory Sunday, but we imagine the team would prefer to have the interior lineman back this week as it tries to slow down Russell Wilson and the Seahawks in a high-powered Week 9 meeting.

Butler (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

While the Bills aren't as banged up as the rival Patriots, they have some notable injuries as well, mostly on the defensive side of the ball. The loss of Butler could be felt by a defense that's been gashed against the run lately, an area the Pats are likely to attack given how much they've struggled in the passing game this season.

Butler (groin) did not practice for the second straight day Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

It looks like the starting defensive tackle is truly a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Patriots, a troubling thought considering the team has allowed 484 rushing yards over the past three games. That's something a strategic genius like Bill Belichick will be sure to try to take advantage of.

Butler was listed as limited for Wednesday's practice session due to a groin injury, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

Coach Sean McDermott tends to go easier on his veterans in the first practice session of the week, so this isn't too much to be alarmed about yet. That said, the Buffalo defense has been getting run over for several weeks now by opposing running backs, so Butler's presence is somewhat important toward Buffalo's chances of beating the Patriots in Week 8.

Butler, who missed the season-opening win over the Jets due to a hamstring injury, was able to practice fully Wednesday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

It looks like the Bills may have played it safe with one of their prized offseason signees, perhaps helped by the fact they have so much depth on their defensive line. That said, it looks like Butler is trending toward adding even more power to an already strong defensive unit in Week 2.

Butler (hamstring) has been made a game-day inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Butler was able to practice at times this week, so his Bills debut shouldn't be too far off. As far as Sunday goes, Harrison Phillips, Quinton Jefferson and Justin Zimmer (lifted off the practice squad) should all see more work due to Butler's absence.

Butler (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Jets, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

Butler started the week as a limited participant but worked at full speed Thursday and Friday, so he should be ready to go Sunday barring a setback. The 26-year-old is in line to start at defensive tackle for the Bills to begin the season. He recorded 32 tackles and six sacks over 14 games with the Panthers last year.

Butler (hamstring) practiced fully Thursday after working on a limited basis Wednesday.

Butler should be fine for his Bills debut Sunday against the Jets. He's expected to serve as a starter now that Star Lotulelei is sitting out the season, though the Bills still plan on running a heavy rotation throughout the defensive line.

Butler (hamstring) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.

The 2016 first-rounder is expected to be an important piece, as the Bills rely heavily on a rotation system for their defensive line. Butler did accrue 6.0 sacks last season, but his previous high in his three NFL seasons before that was just 1.5.

Butler, who was acquired by the Bills this offseason, could see more opportunity in 2020 due to Star Lotulelei opting out for the season, Mark Gaughan of The Buffalo News reports.

The Bills run a rotation throughout their defensive line and it's a deep one at that, but Butler -- a 2016 first-rounder who logged a career-high six sacks last season with the Panthers -- is now expected to be needed that much more. For now, Butler is the most likely choice to assume Lotulelei's starting position, with potential budding star Ed Oliver manning the other tackle spot.

Butler has agreed to a two-year deal with the Bills for around $16 million that can be worth up to $18 million, with $9.3 million guaranteed, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

As we've seen over and over, the Buffalo brass continues to pluck former talent from the Panthers, where much of the coaching staff and Bills GM Brandon Beane have ties from earlier in their careers. Butler finished the 2019 season with 32 tackles, six sacks and three fumbles forced in 14 games played. The 2016 first-rounder can play a few different spots along the line, though the early guess is he'll work in a rotation with Ed Oliver, Star Lotulelei, Harrison Phillips and fellow new signee Quinton Jefferson to form a pretty formidable defensive tackle rotation.

Butler finished the 2019 season with 32 tackles (22 solo), six sacks and three fumbles forced in 14 games played.

Butler, a first-round pick in 2016, managed just two sacks through his first three seasons. However, with the incentive of playing in the final year of his rookie deal after having his fifth-year option declined, the defensive tackle finally showed why Carolina regarded him so highly coming out of college. With career-best production across the board, the 25-year-old could now be in line for a nice payday as a free agent this offseason.

Butler is officially active for Sunday's game against the Saints, David Newton of ESPN reports.

Butler's days in Carolina looked over after he was ejected last week for punching Colts tight end Jack Doyle. It's still unclear what sort of role Butler will have in the defense, but with the team declining to pick up his 2020 option, this will likely be a huge "prove it" game for the 2016 first-round pick.

Butler could be waived by the Panthers after getting ejected from Sunday's loss to the Colts after punching Jack Doyle, David Newton of ESPN reports.

Interim coach Perry Fewell said "all options are open", and benching for the season finale against the Saints is also on the table. This was a prove-it season for the 2016 first-round pick, as the Panthers didn't pick up his 2020 option, but Butler picked up the pace this season with a career-high six sacks through 13 games.

Butler (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Butler didn't practice Thursday and Friday due to an illness, but he's good to go for Week 16's clash. The 2016 first-round pick will look to build on his already solid campaign, as he's accrued 29 tackles and six sacks over 12 contests.

Butler has an illness and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, though he's expected to play, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

The 25-year-old was added to the injury report and was a non-participant at practice Thursday and Friday, but it shouldn't impact his availability for Week 16. Butler figures to play his usual workload at defensive end for the Panthers.

Butler had two solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's 40-20 loss to the Falcons.

Butler is enjoying his best season as a pro, as he now sports 24 tackles and five sacks through 11 games. After the Panthers declined his fifth-year option last offseason, Butler will push to finish strong ahead of free agency this spring.