Are the Bucs Back in the Playoff Race? A Ball-Hawking Defense Has Them Climbing at 3-5
The Bucs have 12 interceptions, including four in a shutout of the Falcons, and the 3-5 team is back in the NFC South race before Sunday night in Chicago.
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Bucs’ Offensive Line Toasted a Franchise Record After Beating the Falcons
Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell both topped 125 yards as the Buccaneers ran for 324 in a shutout, and the linemen who paved the way celebrated with a beer.
Is Rueben Bain Jr. Breaking Out? Buccaneers Rookie Posts 68.6 Grade in Shutout of Atlanta
Rueben Bain Jr. had two hurries for a third straight week in the Buccaneers' 16-0 win, and the No. 15 pick's grade is climbing from a slow start.
Former Lions LB Alex Anzalone Shares Emotional Reaction to Jack Campbell’s Injury
The Detroit Lions continue to wait with bated breath on the condition of linebacker Jack Campbell, who suffered a frightening neck injury during their win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday afternoon at Ford Field.The Lions have reported that preliminary indications are positive, but that Campbell continues to be hospitalized, with not much further information […] The post Former Lions LB Alex Anzalone Shares Emotional Reaction to Jack Campbell’s Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
Buccaneers Snap Counts Show Kenneth Gainwell and Bucky Irving Are Now a True 50-50 Backfield
Kenneth Gainwell matched Bucky Irving at 30 snaps apiece as Tampa Bay ran for a team-record 324 yards, and Alex Anzalone anchored a shutout of the Falcons.
Three Sustainable Trends and Two Warning Signs From the Bucs' 16-0 Shutout of the Falcons
The Bucs' linebackers, Antoine Winfield Jr.'s return and a ball-control plan should carry over, but red-zone misses and zero completions need answers.
Bucs Week 8 Stock Report: Alex Anzalone's 2 Picks Lead the Way, but Ted Hurst III's Drop Stings
Alex Anzalone and the Buccaneers' defense picked off Michael Penix Jr. four times in a 16-0 shutout, while Tampa Bay won without a completion in the rain.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. makes promise after throwing away Buccaneers game with 4 interceptions
Atlanta Falcons third-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has vowed to bounce back after putting forth the worst performance of his young NFL career in Sunday’s 16-0 shutout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Returning to his home state of Florida, where he grew up in Dade City and attended high school in Tampa, Penix labored […] The post Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. makes promise after throwing away Buccaneers game with 4 interceptions appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Todd Bowles Saving His Job? Answering 5 Questions Buccaneers Fans Are Asking After 16-0 Win
Todd Bowles has Tampa Bay on a two-game win streak after a rainy 16-0 shutout of Atlanta, and Bucs fans still can't agree on what it means for his future.
Bucs-Falcons Weather Update: QB Baker Mayfield 0-for-2 Passing at Halftime
Torrential rain impacts passing game during Buccaneers-Falcons game in Tampa. The post Bucs-Falcons Weather Update: QB Baker Mayfield 0-for-2 Passing at Halftime appeared first on HEAVY.
Buccaneers Place Super Bowl Champion LB on Injured Reserve
Tampa Bay Buccaneers place Super Bowl champion and veteran LB on injured reserve. The post Buccaneers Place Super Bowl Champion LB on Injured Reserve appeared first on HEAVY.
Buccaneers Bring Back LB Who Made Critical Mistake in Week 16 Loss
Tampa Bay Buccaneers claim linebacker John Bullock off waivers, adding depth to their roster for the upcoming season. The post Buccaneers Bring Back LB Who Made Critical Mistake in Week 16 Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
New Lions undrafted rookie Erick Hunter is 'more athletic and a better player than Alex Anzalone was coming into the league' – How the Lions might have pulled off a heist with this HBCU standout – A to Z Sports
New Lions undrafted rookie Erick Hunter is 'more athletic and a better player than Alex Anzalone was coming into the league' - How the Lions might have pulled off a heist with this HBCU standout A to Z Sports
The Lions have their potential Alex Anzalone replacement with Michigan's Jimmy Rolder – The risk, rewards, and scouting report – A to Z Sports
The Lions have their potential Alex Anzalone replacement with Michigan's Jimmy Rolder - The risk, rewards, and scouting report A to Z Sports
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Remaining Needs after Round One
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hit the lottery when Rueben Bain landed to them at pick 15. Edge rusher was a massive need coming into the NFL Draft as the team lacked depth and youth outside of Yaya Diaby. However, the Buccaneers still have a couple key needs.For one, the Buccaneers need to draft a linebacker […] The post Tampa Bay Buccaneers Remaining Needs after Round One appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Alex Anzalone Reveals Bombshell About Departure From Detroit Lions
Among the moves by the Detroit Lions so far this offseason is that linebacker Alex Anzalone was not retained after multiple years with the organization; instead, he took his talents to the Sunshine State and signed a two-year, $17 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.But now, Anzalone, who already revealed a touching message that […] The post Alex Anzalone Reveals Bombshell About Departure From Detroit Lions appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson Nearly In Tears After Message From Alex Anzalone’s Son
Among the many moves made by the Detroit Lions this offseason following their 9-8 campaign in the 2025 NFL Season was the decision to not retain linebacker Alex Anzalone, who signed a two-year, $17 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on March 12 after having previously played the last five seasons in the Motor […] The post Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson Nearly In Tears After Message From Alex Anzalone’s Son appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Lions get called out for demanding money back from former star
The Detroit Lions’ longstanding policy toward retired players is once again the source of controversy for the team. Lions president Rod Wood confirmed that the organization asked center Frank Ragnow to pay back part of his $6 million signing bonus when he retired. Wood said this was a team policy that dates back to the … The post Lions get called out for demanding money back from former star appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Bucs Could Be Perfect Fit for Legendary Linebacker
After the retirement of long time linebacker and Bucs legend Lavonte David, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been left with a vacancy at the linebacker position. While they did end up signing Alex Anzalone, they need more depth behind him in order to fully retool the linebacking corps. That could mean that they could be […] The post Bucs Could Be Perfect Fit for Legendary Linebacker appeared first on Heavy Sports.