Logic Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 (edited) https://theathletic.com/3925801/2022/11/23/bills-thoughts-thanksgiving-lions/ 1. Micah Hyde leaves the door open to returning this season When Bills star safety Micah Hyde injured his neck in the first month of the season, the initial thought was that his season was over. Hyde and his teammates used the #23in23 hashtag, alluding to the safety’s number and his return for the 2023 season. Hyde successfully underwent a neck procedure that has helped solve the pain he had been dealing with for a long time and returned to Orchard Park nearly a month ago to be with the franchise. It’s long been a foregone conclusion that his year was over, but some recent activity has been, at the very least, interesting. Ahead of the Bills’ game against the Browns on Sunday, Hyde was seen getting some work in with other inactive players under the guidance of the strength and conditioning staff. Then again on Tuesday, the Bills’ lone practice of the week, Hyde was again going through some running drills with injured members of the 53-man roster. After practice, The Athletic caught up with Hyde following the recent developments. Hyde revealed that he was just cleared to run “a little bit,” and said he’s taking it one day at a time. But when asked if there was any possible hope of coming back this season, Hyde left the door open to the idea — a slight departure from when initially placed on injured reserve. “I would love to. I would love to. We’ll see,” Hyde told The Athletic Tuesday. “It’s not really up to me. It’s kind of up to the doctors. Historically, no. But I’m not dealing with… those are other people, other situations. So, we’ll see what happens.” The fact that Hyde didn’t immediately shut down the idea meant that a potential return this season is possible, even if it’s only a slight chance. Hyde’s reference to those “other people” and “other situations” is also pretty impactful. It’s also worth pointing out that players will always veer on the optimistic side, and there’s no doubt that Hyde would love to be a part of the season he and the organization have been building toward over the five previous seasons. But if the Bills did get Hyde back, it would be an incredible boost to a defense capable of excellent results without him. But there’s a long way to go and several things that have to go right before the idea becomes a reality. Edited November 23, 2022 by Logic 18 21 3
StHustle Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Great news! If he could be back in time for the playoff run that would be amazing. Won’t get my hopes up tho… 4 4
buffaloboyinATL Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Man, that would be a nice little pick me up for the playoffs. Get healthy young man. 3
RiotAct Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 we could use him back there, as things stand right now! Excited to see our secondary with Elam and White both healthy and playing, though.
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Kinda makes Tre look even worse here. I hope we do get him back we need him. 2 2 8 2 1 4 2
Royale with Cheese Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 So I had a herniated disk in my back, had surgery and was full go in 3 months. I did think it was a bit odd he was out for the entire year but a neck be more susceptible or they make take longer to heal...not sure there. But it would be huge if he could return. 1
Ray Stonada Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 If Micah and Tre are back in the playoffs, we could be poised to go on the run of all runs... Suddenly the band back together! 3
Simon Says Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Yeah, but you didn't play NFL football and I'm guessing you're not a doctor. Hyde might be cautious because he has had SEVERAL neck injuries. 1 1
DCofNC Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 That would be a absolutely huge. The secondary is weak, he would be a MASSIVE boost. 2
Warriorspikes51 Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 (edited) a healthy Poyer, Hyde and Tre in early January could be the difference between winning the SB Edited November 23, 2022 by Warriorspikes51 6
Logic Posted November 23, 2022 Author Posted November 23, 2022 5 minutes ago, Herb Nightly said: Yeah, but you didn't play NFL football and I'm guessing you're not a doctor. Hyde might be cautious because he has had SEVERAL neck injuries. .........................................Who are you talking to? 1
RoyBatty is alive Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 9 minutes ago, Herb Nightly said: Yeah, but you didn't play NFL football and I'm guessing you're not a doctor. Hyde might be cautious because he has had SEVERAL neck injuries. ?? Who are you addressing this to?
HOUSE Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 He will be back the same day the Bills sign Beckham 3 1
Gugny Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 10 minutes ago, Herb Nightly said: Yeah, but you didn't play NFL football and I'm guessing you're not a doctor. Hyde might be cautious because he has had SEVERAL neck injuries. I believe "several," is a bit of hyperbole since this was his first one. 1 1
Saint Doug Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Perfect. He’ll be back for the AFC Championship game and Super Bowl. 1
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 I would be overly cautious on this one, and wait until next year. 1 1
hondo in seattle Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 It would be an extremely beautiful thing if the Bills D was fully healthy for the playoffs. Extremely beautiful and extremely unlikely. One can hope. 2 1
Big Turk Posted November 23, 2022 Posted November 23, 2022 Even if it's for the playoff run that would be massive eepsecislly now that Hamlin has gotten some great game experience and has mostly acquitted himself very well. Coverage is a little lacking at time but his run support and the way he tracks down plays from depth has been extremely impressive lately.
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