The only reason not to put him on IR is holding out hope he can play.
There is also some contract mumbo jumbo that could affect Alonso as it pertains to accrued seasons but I can't exactly remember the specifics.
Miami D vs Buffalo O is the matchup to be concerned about for Bills fans. If the Bills lose this game it's going to be because we don't move the ball on their defense.
I was awake last night when this all started to come down and I knew it was coming today, but just had some tears for the first time listening to WGR. What a great day.