Breaking: Buffalo Bills sign LB Jimmy Ciarlo to their Practice Squad

Some stories in football are bigger than stats or standings, they’re about resilience, heart, and the refusal to let a dream die. For Jimmy Ciarlo, that story just added another chapter.

After being released earlier this week, the Buffalo Bills have officially re-signed Ciarlo to their practice squad, bringing back one of the most inspiring figures to come out of training camp and HBO’s Hard Knocks: In Season with the Buffalo Bills.

Ciarlo, a 24-year-old West Point graduate, put his military service on hold to chase a lifelong dream, a shot in the NFL. His story resonated deeply with Bills fans, especially after Hard Knocks captured the emotional moment when he called home from Highmark Stadium, overwhelmed with pride after learning he made the Bills roster.

Though his stint on the active roster was brief, Ciarlo made the most of it. He shined during the preseason, notching four tackles against the New York Giants, including a memorable hit that had his teammates and coaches fired up. Head coach Sean McDermott even singled him out in the locker room for his energy and commitment, a moment that quickly became a fan favorite.

Now, back in Buffalo, Ciarlo gets another chance to keep his NFL journey alive. The practice squad may not be glamorous, but it’s a vital piece of every NFL team and for a player like Ciarlo, it’s another opportunity to prove he belongs.

Whether it’s on the field, in the locker room, or during another heartfelt Hard Knocks moment, Jimmy Ciarlo has already shown what makes him special: discipline, grit, and a deep love for the game.

And if there’s one thing his story keeps teaching us, it’s this; some dreams are just too strong to quit.