Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourning death of 2-year-old son
The Buffalo Bills expressed their condolences to defensive tackle Ed Oliver on the death of his 2-year-old son.
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver is heartbroken over the loss of his 2-year-old son, according to the team's general manager. Brandon Beane expressed the organization's condolences, stating that the death of a child is an "unthinkable tragedy." The Bills have asked Oliver for privacy while he grieves, but he has requested prayers from the community.
The toddler, also named Ed, died after being found unresponsive in a residential pool in Harris County, Texas, on June 28. The Harris County Sheriff's Department confirmed the incident, expressing their thoughts and support for the toddler's family. The investigation into the drowning is still ongoing, with no official report available yet.
Oliver, 28, is in his eighth season with the Bills and made his debut with the team last month. He participated in the preseason opener against Carolina but has been resting due to an undisclosed injury and missed a preseason game in Cleveland.
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