Bills' Terrel Bernard: Downgraded to out

Buffalo safety projected to miss Sunday's game against Vikings

Bernard is dealing with a hamstring injury

Buffalo Bills safety Terrel Bernard has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, the team announced Friday. Bernard is dealing with a hamstring injury that he suffered in practice this week.

Bernard has started 10 games for the Bills this season, and he has recorded 54 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble. He is a key part of the Bills' defense, and his absence will be a blow to the team.

The Bills will likely start Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer at safety against the Vikings. Hyde has started all 12 games for the Bills this season, and he has recorded 66 tackles, four interceptions, and two forced fumbles. Poyer has started 10 games for the Bills this season, and he has recorded 54 tackles, three interceptions, and a forced fumble.

The Bills are currently 9-3 and in first place in the AFC East. They are looking to clinch a playoff berth with a win over the Vikings.