Bernard (calf) won't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard's absence Wednesday comes as no surprise, as he's already been ruled out for the Week 18 matchup against the Jets due to a calf injury. Both Dorian Williams and Joe Andreessen could have expanded roles in Buffalo's linebacker corps while Bernard is sidelined Sunday.

Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters Monday that Bernard (calf) will not play in the Bills' regular-season finale against the Jets on Sunday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard suffered a calf injury during the second quarter of the Bills' 13-12 loss to the Eagles on Sunday and did not return. He'll be sidelined for Week 18 and aim to progress enough in his recovery to be available for the wild-card round of the postseason. Joe Andreessen and Dorian Williams are poised for larger roles on defense in Bernard's absence.

Bernard (calf) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Eagles.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard sustained a calf injury late in the first half, and his night has now officially come to a premature end. In his absence, Dorian Williams and Joe Andreessen will continue to operate in more substantial roles at linebacker versus Philadelphia.

Bernard (calf) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Eagles.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard appeared to suffer the injury in the second quarter and was evaluated by medical staff in the blue medical tent. Dorian Williams and Joe Andreessen are candidates for more snaps on defense for as long as Bernard is out of the game.

Bernard (elbow) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard was limited in practice Wednesday, and he now seems back to full health and ready to return from his three-game absence. Barring any setbacks, expect Bernard to return to his usual starting role at cornerback versus the Browns on Sunday.

Bernard (elbow) was limited in Wednesday's walk-through practice.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard wasn't able to practice in any capacity prior to being ruled out for Buffalo's win over the Patriots in Week 15, so he's healthier to begin preparations for Sunday's road game against the Browns. If Bernard is able to get back on the field versus Cleveland, he'll be a fringe fantasy asset in IDP formats.

Bernard (elbow) is inactive for Sunday's clash against New England.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard will miss his third straight contest due to an elbow injury. However, he was able to log a trio of limited practices this week, so the Baylor product could be nearing his return. Shaq Thompson will draw another start Sunday in Bernard's continued absence.

Bernard (elbow) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard has missed Buffalo's last two games due to an elbow injury, but following limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday, he has a chance to play Sunday. The 26-year-old has appeared in 10 games for the Bills this season, recording 56 total tackles and three passes defensed, including one interception. If he's sidelined for the third consecutive game in Week 15, expect Shaq Thompson to operate as the team's top middle linebacker.

Bernard (elbow) will be listed as limited at Wednesday's walk-through practice, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernard seems to be making incremental progress, as he hadn't practiced or played since sustaining an elbow injury in Buffalo's Week 12 loss to the Texans. How he fares Thursday when the Bills hold an actual practice could be a key indicator regarding Bernard's potential availability for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters Friday that Bernard (elbow) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.

EDGE Analysis

The fourth-year pro from Baylor opened the Bills' week of practice with consecutive DNPs, so it's no surprise that he'll miss his second game in a row Sunday. While Bernard is sidelined in Week 14, Shaq Thompson is expected to operate as the Bills' top middle linebacker.