DECEMBER 26, 2021 • SI.COM
ANTONIO BROWN
Report: AB Could Still Earn $1M in Incentives After Suspension Brown is set to return to the field on Sunday.
Mike Evans Injury Update Boosts Antonio Brown and Tyler Johnson Fantasy Outlook Ahead of Week 16 Mike Evans latest injury update boosts Antonio Brown and Tyler Johnson's fantasy outlooks ahead of Week 16.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Cleared for first game since Week 6 Brown (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Impact After he was reinstated to the Buccaneers' 53-man roster Monday following the conclusion of his three-game suspension, Brown was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday as he eased himself back in from a sprained ankle, which sidelined him for six weeks prior to being handed the suspension. Despite Brown's lack of full activity, Tampa Bay is apparently comfortable with his health heading into the weekend, and he'll likely slide back into a prominent role in the passing attack right off the bat. With Mike Evans (hamstring) ruled out for the contest and Chris Godwin (knee) on season-ending injured reserve, look for Brown to serve as Tom Brady's clear No. 1 receiver, making the 33-year-old a strong lineup option in the fantasy playoffs.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brady, Bucs look to rebound vs. Panthers after being blanked
Tom Brady is expected to be extra motivated, which is normally not a good sign for his next opponentDECEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Another limited showing Brown (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.
Impact Brown returned to the Buccaneers earlier this week after serving a three-game suspension with his preexisting ankle issue still hindering him. He managed back-to-back limited listings on the team's first two Week 16 practice reports, but coach Bruce Arians mentioned Wednesday that Brown's ankle is "fine," and the wide receiver appeared to be back to pre-injury form, per Greg Auman of The Athletic. With Chris Godwin (knee) on injured reserve and Mike Evans (hamstring) also compromised on the health front, Brown could be in line for a hefty workload Sunday at Carolina, assuming he puts his own concern behind him.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Limited in return to practice Brown (ankle) was listed as a limited participant for Wednesday's walk-through practice session, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Impact After being reinstated from his three-game suspension Monday, Brown appears on track to play this weekend against Carolina, with coach Bruce Arians saying Wednesday that the wideout's ankle is fine following a lengthy layoff. The Bucs are still listing Brown on the injury report, of course, but it's possible he graduates to full activity by the end of the week. He could be the team's top wideout Sunday with Chris Godwin (knee) out for the season and Mike Evans (hamstring) at risk of missing the game as well.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Looking healthy Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said Wednesday that Brown's ankle looks healthy as the team prepares for a Week 16 game against Carolina, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Impact Brown was restored to the roster Monday after completing his three-game suspension, and while he didn't participate in the open portion of Wednesday's practice, he appears to have managed some kind of physical activity. Arians said Brown looked like his pre-injury self, likely setting up a return to the lineup Sunday. Given his long layoff -- Brown has either been injured or suspended for nearly two months -- he could have his snap count monitored carefully Week 16, even with Chris Godwin (knee) out for the season and Mike Evans (hamstring) likely to sit out.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing yet Brown (ankle) didn't participate in the open portion of Wednesday's practice, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Brown is back with the Buccaneers after serving his three-game suspension, but he may still be working his way back into playing shape after dealing with an ankle injury for the past couple months. Greg Auman of The Athletic tentatively expects Brown to play this Sunday against the Panthers, though it's hard to get a good read on the situation so early in the week.Chris Godwin (knee) is done for the season, and Mike Evans (hamstring) also appears to be sidelined Wednesday, so if he's available to play, Brown could be Tom Brady's top target Week 16.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zeise is Right: The Colts will be a tough team to deal with in the playoffs Welcome to the Zeise is Right, Paul Zeise’s weekly wrap of the NFL weekend, combining some quick thoughts and observations with a healthy do...
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Antonio Brown returns to Bucs' lineup after three-game suspension
The Bucs have welcomed Antonio Brown back into the fold after his suspension. Did Bruce Arians make the right call?DECEMBER 21, 2021
Opinion: Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians will regret compromising his values for Antonio Brown Bucs coach Bruce Arians has welcomed back Antonio Brown after he was suspended for faking vaccination status. In doing so, Arians compromise...
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Suspension lifted Brown's (ankle) suspension was lifted Monday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Impact After sitting out three games due to violating the joint NFL and NFLPA COVID-19 protocols for misrepresenting his vaccination status, Brown is back with the Buccaneers. The occasion is somewhat fortuitous for the team after Chris Godwin was diagnosed with a torn ACL following Sunday's loss to the Saints. At the same time, Mike Evans hurt his hamstring in that contest, and Breshad Perriman (undisclosed) is on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Questions surround Brown's own health, as he missed five games prior to the ban due to a sprained ankle. Not only will he need to prove he's past the issue, his conditioning could be less than 100 percent considering he hasn't taken part in practice in more than two months.
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Injuries growing concern as Bucs close in on NFC South title
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are going to win the NFC South barring a total collapse over the final three weeks of the regular seasonDECEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Striking defiant tone, Bruce Arians welcomes Antonio Brown back from suspension The 69-year-old Bucs coach doesn’t care about public perception, as he expressed Monday in no uncertain terms.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM
Bucs' Godwin out for season with torn ACL in right knee
Tampa Bay receiver Chris Godwin has a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and will be out for the remainder of the seasonDECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Antonio Brown Fantasy Outlook Boosted by Mike Evans & Chris Godwin Injury Updates The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were shut out at home by the New Orleans Saints on Sunday Night Football in an embarrassing Week 15 loss. To make m...
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Antonio Brown reaches settlement with former live-in chef Steven Ruiz, who disclosed that the Bucs receiver had obtained a fake vaccination card, confirmed he reached an undisclosed settlement with...
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM
Fantasy Injury Updates: Are Antonio Brown, A.J. Brown, Calvin Ridley playing in Week 16? Antonio Brown, A.J. Brown, and Calvin Ridley are all eligible to return in Week 16 after extended absences, but will they all be playing? Ge...
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Bruce Arians Explains Why He Made His Decision on Antonio Brown His comments come after being shut out.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • SI.COM
Receiver Antonio Brown, safety Mike Edwards will return to Bucs following suspension The players, who were suspended three games for misrepresenting their vaccination status, will be back as expected following tonight’s game...
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • TAMPABAY.COM
Set to rejoin team Monday Brown (ankle) is expected to rejoin the Buccaneers on Monday after his three-game suspension concludes after Sunday's contest against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report...
Impact After both Brown and safety Mike Edwards were suspended three games earlier this month for violating the joint NFL and NFLPA COVID-19 protocols for misrepresenting their vaccination statuses, head coach Bruce Arians was non-committal on either player's future with the organization. Arians told reporters Friday that he planned to make an announcement on the matter following Sunday's contest, but all indications are that both Brown and Edwards will be back at the Bucs' facility as the team begins preparing for a Week 16 matchup with the Panthers. Before he was suspended, Brown missed five consecutive games with a sprained ankle, so he'll still need to prove in practice that he's back at full speed before making his return to the lineup in Carolina.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tampa Bay Buccaneers have an advantage as one of the NFL's healthiest teams
The defending champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers have an edge as one of the NFL's healthiest teams, Dr. Matt Provencher writes.DECEMBER 19, 2021
Should the Bucs cut Antonio Brown? After his three-game suspension for misrepresenting his COVID-19 vaccination status, should the Bucs cut ties with Antonio Brown?
DECEMBER 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
