Logo

Bills Place DT on IR to Undergo PTSD Treatment After Heartbreaking Loss of Girlfriend

Joe Andreessen,Deone Walker and T.J. Sanders of the Buffalo Bills on the side line for the national anthem before the NFL 2025 game between Buffalo...



Buffalo New York. November 15 2025.

The Buffalo Bills have officially placed rookie defensive tackle T. J. Sanders on Injured Reserve (IR) but the reason has nothing to do with a physical setback. According to team insiders Sanders will step away from football to continue treatment for post traumatic stress disorder following the tragic passing of his girlfriend earlier this October.

Medical staff for the Bills confirmed that Sanders is currently in an ongoing mental health recovery process and emphasized that placing him on IR allows him the time professional care and emotional support he needs before returning to the field.

Head coach Sean McDermott addressed the media with visible sadness when discussing Sanders’ situation:

“Football is family and right now our priority is his health and his heart. Losing someone you love changes everything. The Bills will make sure he has every comfort and support to get through this. No game is more important than his life.”

Sanders of the Buffalo Bills walks off of the field after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins at Highmark Stadium on September 18, 2025...

Sources close to the organization say Sanders has been noticeably quiet withdrawn and struggling emotionally since the loss of his girlfriend, Hannah Price, a student at the University at Buffalo. The two had been together for several years and were often seen together at early season charity events representing the Bills with warmth and optimism.

One Bills teammate spoke honestly:

“He tried to fight through it but the pain was written all over him. Giving him time off is the right call. This is beyond football.”

The Bills are expected to keep Sanders on IR for at least four weeks with no timetable for return. His comeback will depend entirely on progress in his mental and emotional healing process. The organization has confirmed that they are working closely with licensed mental health professionals and Sanders’ family to make sure he receives full support.

This situation is a sobering reminder that even the strongest athletes face battles no one sees. Behind the helmets and highlights there are real people dealing with real pain.

A Bills staff member posted on X:

“Some struggles have nothing to do with the field. Sometimes life hits harder than any tackle.”

Bills Mafia has come together in full support using hashtags like #StayStrongSanders and #BillsFamily while sending thousands of prayers and messages of love.

💬 Fan Reactions

“We are with you T. J. Take all the time you need.”
“Buffalo stands behind its own. Healing comes first.”

269 views
Packers Cheerleader Sues a Packers Player for Harassment by Flirting with Her While Already Married
Can you believe it? A charming, dynamic cheerleader from the Green Bay Packers is "exploding" and dragging a team player to court for "unforgivable" behaviors! Abigale Licciardi – the star of the Packers Cheer Squad – has officially filed a lawsuit, and the drama behind it is stirring up NFL fans! Could this be the "biggest scandal" in Packers history? Read now to discover the "scorching" details! Abigale Licciardi, a professional cheerleader for the American football team Green Bay Packers in the NFL, is a prominent member of the Packers Cheer Squad group. She is a former student at the University of Wisconsin, where she participated in the local cheer squad and dance activities. Before that, Abigale was a dancer for NBA events and holds a bachelor's degree in communications from Marquette University. Abigale is active on social media, often sharing about games at Lambeau Field, community activities, and her role as a brand ambassador for the Packers. As part of the Packers Cheer Squad team consisting of about 47 members (combining male and female), Abigale participates in fan interactions, charity events like "Dream On 3," and performances at Packers games. She has an Instagram account (@abigalelicciardi) with posts about cheer life and a TikTok (@abigale_packers) where she shares videos about game days and dance routines. Before joining the Packers, she worked at a local event company, proving her versatility and passion. But the "nightmare" struck when Abigale got "entangled" with a Packers player! That's Mike Thornton, a backup defensive end who rarely plays for the Packers – a guy who's practically "anonymous" to fans, only playing sporadically on special teams and never a pillar. Thornton, 29 years old, has been married since 2021 to his wife, a community nurse, and they have two young children (one boy and one girl). Yet, according to Abigale's lawsuit, Thornton has been "flirting" with her recklessly, despite his happy family life! The "explosion" happened when Thornton started sending "sweet" messages to Abigale via Instagram, praising her smile and energy after performances. At first, Abigale thought it was just friendly praise from a teammate, but things quickly "crossed the line" into harassment! Thornton called her in the middle of the night – sometimes at 1-2 a.m. – to "share" about playing pressures, invite her for private dinners, and even send "suggestive" videos filmed at the gym! Abigale stated in the lawsuit: "He knows I only focus on my career and the team, but he won't stop. Those midnight calls make me anxious and stressed, severely affecting my performance!" According to insider sources, Thornton has been "stalking" Abigale since preseason, frequently "lingering" at community events she attends, and intentionally "creating situations" to approach her. Thornton's wife, upon learning, went "crazy" and threatened to break up, but the guy remains "blind"! The Packers are "shaken" by this scandal: The team management has temporarily isolated Thornton for investigation, while fans are divided – one side defends Abigale's "brave accusation," the other suspects it's a "staged script." The NFL league is also intervening, which could lead to heavy fines or removal from the roster! Abigale, with her "queen" image on TikTok and Instagram, is now becoming a "victim" of harassment – a thorny issue in the sports world! How will the court punish Thornton? And will the Packers "clean up" the team to protect their cheerleaders? Don't miss out – follow now for the next "drama" update! What do you think about this case, comment below!