ORCHARD PARK, NY — The Buffalo Bills just issued a strong message ahead of their Thursday night showdown with the Miami Dolphins: in this organization, discipline isn’t optional.
It was late Wednesday evening, less than 24 hours before the Bills were set to host the Dolphins for prime-time action. One rookie offensive tackle, Chase Lundt, who was drafted in the sixth round earlier in 2025, showed up to what was supposed to be a crucial walkthrough visibly intoxicated. Sources say he arrived late, appearing disoriented, and the smell of alcohol was unmistakable.
Head coach Sean McDermott wasted no time addressing the breach.
“You want to party?” McDermott’s voice rang out across the meeting room, stopping everyone in their tracks.
“Fine. You can party unemployed. Pack your stuff. You’re done here.”
Lundt apparently had gone out the night before, despite the tight schedule leading into the Thursday night game. In Buffalo — where practice habits, mental preparation, and accountability are core values — his behavior was seen as a serious violation of team culture.
A veteran player, speaking on condition of anonymity, said: “There’s a line you don’t cross. Especially when you’re a rookie and haven’t solidified your place yet. Respect is earned here.”
Though Lundt had shown some promise during camp — his size and potential drew attention — the Bills view matters of character and professionalism just as important as physical talent. Once he crossed that line, there was no turning back.
Later, McDermott stressed: “The logo on your helmet means something. If you show us you don’t belong, we show you the door. This isn’t about emotion — it’s about standards. We uphold them every day here.”
By early Thursday, Lundt had left the team’s facilities. The Bills officially waived him that afternoon. He declined to comment to the media.
