Michael Hoecht Placed on Injured Reserve After Tearing Achilles in Chiefs Victory

Buffalo Bills defensive end Michael Hoecht has been placed on injured reserve after tearing his Achilles tendon during Sunday's victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Hoecht sustained the non-contact injury in the fourth quarter. He had recently returned after serving a six-game suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy and had made an impact in his two games played, recording five tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble. Coach Sean McDermott expressed disappointment, calling the injury a "shame" and emphasizing the need to support Hoecht.