NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
ANTONIO BROWN
Report: Antonio Brown obtained fake COVID-19 vaccine card to avoid NFL protocols Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown is being accused of obtaining a fake COVID-19 vaccine card in order to avoid NFL protocols
No practice activity Thursday Brown (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact Though Brown wasn't able to upgrade to limited activity in the Bucs' first official Week 11 practice, the wideout at least appeared to show some tangible signs of improvement in his recovery from an ankle sprain while working off to the side during the open portion of Thursday's session. According to Kevin O'Donnell of Fox 13 Tampa Bay, Brown ran routes and caught passes from Tom Brady for about five minutes, then worked out with the aid of a JUGS machine before heading inside the Bucs' practice facility, per Greg Auman of The Athletic. Though that sort of activity provides some encouragement about his health, Brown still appears unlikely to put an end to his three-game absence Monday against the Giants. Josina Anderson of USA Today relays that the seven-time Pro Bowler still has "a long way to go" before playing, according to a league source familiar with Brown's injury situation.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • THESTAR.COM
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Out another week Brown (ankle) is out for Sunday's game in Washington, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Impact A third straight absence leaves Tyler Johnson with another shot to step in as the No. 3 receiver, or perhaps even a shot at the No. 2 role if Chris Godwin (foot) isn't able to play. Godwin appears headed for a 'questionable' designation on the final injury report, while coach Bruce Arians left the door open for Scotty Miller (toe) to be activated from IR. It's not quite clear how it'll all shake out, but it is clear Brown will be out of the equation for at least one more game. He did ditch his walking boot this week, perhaps setting the stage for a return to practice next week ahead of a Monday night matchup with the Giants on Nov. 2.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Why Rams' signing of Odell Beckham Jr. won't be a repeat of Antonio Brown to Buccaneers The bottom line is this: OBJ is a shell of what he was with the Giants because of injuries; AB can still play at a high level.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Buccaneers visit Washington in rematch of wild-card game
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Doesn't practice Thursday Brown (ankle) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.
Impact Per Jenna Laine of ESPN.com, Brown ditched his walking boot for the first time since injuring his ankle Oct. 14 and was seen catching passes from a JUGS machine off to the side during the open portion of Thursday's practice, but he was unable to mix into even individual drills. Meanwhile, Chris Godwin (foot) also missed a second straight session, leaving the Buccaneers with just three healthy wide receivers (Mike Evans, Tyler Johnson and Jaelon Darden) on the active roster. Friday's injury report could shed light on the state of the group as the Bucs prepare for Sunday's visit to Washington, but Brown doesn't seem to be trending toward a return to the lineup for that contest.
NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Steelers' Harris, Bucs' Evans among best bets to score
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Rob Gronkowski, Antonio Brown continue their long rehab in sweats The Bucs’ injured tight end and wide receiver work with trainers on a far field, but neither looks ready to play.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM
Not practicing yet Brown (ankle) isn't practicing Wednesday, but he is doing some side work with the training staff, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Impact Brown's absence comes as no surprise after coach Bruce Arians revealed Monday that the wideout was still using a walking boot. Another practice absence hints at Brown missing a third straight game Sunday against Washington, though he will have two more chances to get back on the practice field before the end of the week. Tyler Johnson filled in as the No. 3 receiver for the final two games before Tampa's Week 9 bye, catching seven of eight targets for 91 yards while playing 67 and 64 percent of snaps.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bucs focused on eliminating mistakes, finishing strong
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Still in walking boot Coach Bruce Arians said Monday that Brown (ankle) still is wearing a walking boot, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact The Buccaneers were optimistic that Brown would be able to return following their Week 9 bye, but his status appears to be in jeopardy because he's been unable to shed his boot. The 33-year-old's availability for Sunday's matchup against Washington should come into focus based on his participation level in practice this week.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rob Gronkowski, Antonio Brown still not ready to practice for Bucs Monday and Tuesday will be bonus practice days for the Bucs who are missing two stars while Sean Murphy-Bunting and Scotty Miller return.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM
Leonard Fournette making most of 2nd chance with Buccaneers
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Buccaneers looking to rest, recuperate during bye week
Tampa Bay’s bye week comes at a good time for a team dealing with injuriesNOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Should be back after Week 9 bye Brown (ankle) remains out for Sunday's game against the Saints, but the Buccaneers are expected to have him available following their Week 9 bye, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report...
Impact Though the Buccaneers have attributed an ankle injury to Brown missing his second straight game this weekend, Rapoport relays that the wideout is also tending to foot and heel issues as well. With the benefit of an additional week to rest while Tampa Bay is on bye, Brown looks on track to be ready to go for the Bucs' Week 10 game at Washington on Nov. 14. With Scotty Miller (toe) also on injured reserve through the bye week, the Buccaneers will turn to Tyler Johnson to once again serve as their No. 3 receiver Sunday behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.
OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Buccaneers Get Bad News With Latest Antonio Brown Injury Update The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be without wideout Antonio Brown when they face the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. The 12th-year veteran has be...
OCTOBER 29, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Ruled out for Sunday Brown (ankle) will not play in Sunday's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact While he waited until Friday to officially rule Brown out, coach Bruce Arians did discuss the injury Wednesday, saying that the 33-year-old wideout was facing an uncertain recovery timeline due to a sprain near his heel. With a bye right ahead in Week 9, the Bucs never figured to rush Brown back for Sunday's game. He'll instead aim for Week 10 against Washington or Week 11 against the Giants, presumably, while Tyler Johnson again figures to fill in as the No. 3 receiver this Sunday in New Orleans.
OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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