BUF Phidarian Mathis
NFL defensive tackle. Position: DT. Team: BUF.
Quick Facts
- Position: Defensive Tackle (DT)
- Team: BUF (Buffalo Bills)
- Draft: 2024, 2nd round (Washington Commanders)
- Experience: Second season
2026 Outlook
Phidarian Mathis, a second-round pick from 2024, was suspended for the first three games of the 2026 season for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. He is eligible for reinstatement on Sept. 28. Mathis played in six games for the Bills last year after being traded from Washington, recording 13 tackles. He re-signed with Buffalo on a one-year deal in the offseason. On the Bills' initial depth chart, Mathis is listed as a second-string defensive tackle behind Ed Oliver, Deone Walker, and T.J. Sanders. His limited playing time and suspension will restrict his fantasy impact, but he could contribute depth at the position (per NFL hands down four suspensions before preseason action, with Falcons' James Pearce Jr. hit hardest).
Role / Depth Chart
Second-string defensive tackle; limited role expected this season.
Suspension Status
Three-game suspension for violating NFL substance abuse policy; eligible Sept. 28.
Recent News
- 2026-08-14 — Buffalo Bills DT Phidarian Mathis suspended 3 games to start 2026 NFL season (Buffalo Bills DT Phidarian Mathis suspended 3 games to start 2026 NFL season)
- 2026-08-15 — NFL hands down four suspensions before preseason action, with Falcons' James Pearce Jr. hit hardest (NFL hands down four suspensions before preseason action, with Falcons' James Pearce Jr. hit hardest)