Texas Sheriff Closes Investigation into Death of Bills’ Ed Oliver’s Son

Texas Sheriff Closes Investigation into Death of Bills’ Ed Oliver’s Son

The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the investigation into the drowning of Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s two-year-old son found no criminal activity and the case has been closed. Oliver’s son died in a drowning at the family’s Houston home in late June, a loss that prompted condolences from the Buffalo Bills and grief among teammates.

The team’s quarterback Josh Allen expressed sadness and anger over premature media reports, while head coach Joe Brady clarified that Oliver missed a preseason game due to the family tragedy rather than injury. The Bills have supported Oliver during preseason activities following the accidental drowning.

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August 25, 2026
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Harris County Sheriff closes investigation into death of Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver's son
Harris County Sheriff closes investigation into death of Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver's son

NBC Sports • 25 Aug 03:18

Texas authorities said the investigation into the near-two-year-old's death found no criminal activity, and the case has been closed.

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August 23, 2026
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Bills coach clarifies Ed Oliver's absence stems from family tragedy, not injury
Bills coach clarifies Ed Oliver's absence stems from family tragedy, not injury

NBC Sports • 23 Aug 08:51

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver missed a preseason game after his young son died, and coach Joe Brady said the team will respect his privacy rather than cite an injury.

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Josh Allen expresses sadness and anger over premature reporting of teammate Ed Oliver's family tragedy
Josh Allen expresses sadness and anger over premature reporting of teammate Ed Oliver's family tragedy

NBC Sports • 23 Aug 00:04

Bills quarterback Josh Allen said he was both sad and angry that news of defensive tackle Ed Oliver's son's death was released before the family or team announced it, and described the team's supportive approach.

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August 22, 2026
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Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourns loss of 2-year-old son
Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourns loss of 2-year-old son

The New York Times • 22 Aug 22:30

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver is grieving the death of his two-year-old son, identified as an accidental drowning, while the team supports him during preseason activities.

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Buffalo Bills mourn death of defensive tackle Ed Oliver's 2-year-old son
Buffalo Bills mourn death of defensive tackle Ed Oliver's 2-year-old son

NBC News • 22 Aug 20:19

The Buffalo Bills expressed condolences after the two-year-old son of defensive tackle Ed Oliver died, with authorities linking the incident to a drowning in Texas.

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Bills issue statement expressing condolences to Ed Oliver after loss of his son
Bills issue statement expressing condolences to Ed Oliver after loss of his son

NBC Sports • 22 Aug 19:00

The Buffalo Bills released a statement mourning defensive tackle Ed Oliver's recent loss of his son and pledged ongoing support for the player and his family.

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Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourns loss of toddler son
Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourns loss of toddler son

Buffalo News • 22 Aug 17:20

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver and his family are grieving after their 2-year-old son died in a drowning at their Houston residence in late June.

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