Michael Hoecht

NFL player. Position: DE. Team: BUF.

Quick Facts

• Position: DE (Defensive End)
• Team: BUF (Buffalo Bills)
• Bye week (2026): 5

2026 Outlook

Suffered Achilles tear to end 2025 season but showing positive recovery trajectory through May OTAs. Injury expert analysis of his rehab drills showed encouraging progress—able to shuffle weight, shift balance, and push off into sprints without extra steps or loss of balance. On track for return before training camp begins in late July. Hoecht had previously declared lofty timeline expectations for his return, and early May signs suggest those expectations may materialize. (per The Good and Not So Good from Bills OTAs: Injury Trends for Key Players)

Role / Depth Chart

Key pass rusher for Bills defense.

Injury Status

Achilles tear ended 2025 season. Recovery progressing well through late May OTAs with positive mobility signs. Expected to return before training camp. (per The Good and Not So Good from Bills OTAs: Injury Trends for Key Players)

Recent News

• 2026-04-30 — Bills post-NFL Draft depth chart: Where are they still missing pieces? (Bills post-NFL Draft depth chart: Where are they still missing pieces?)
• 2026-05-29 — The Good and Not So Good from Bills OTAs: Injury Trends for Key Players (The Good and Not So Good from Bills OTAs: Injury Trends for Key Players)

Open Questions

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