GIOVANI BERNARD NEWS

Sees first carries of season Bernard rushed seven times for 28 yards and brought in both targets for minus-1 yard in the Buccaneers' 30-17 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

Impact The veteran back saw his first touches from scrimmage all season Sunday as head coach Todd Bowles emptied his bench in the second half of the meaningless regular-season finale. Bernard's Sunday cameo on offense is expected to be a one-and-done unless multiple injuries strike the Buccaneers' running back corps during the postseason, with his only opportunity to play likely to come on coverage and return units.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited to special teams Bernard did not log a snap from scrimmage during the Buccaneers' 30-24 win over the Panthers in Week 17.

Impact The same has held true for all seven games Bernard has been active for this season, with all his action thus coming on special teams. However, there may be a possibility for the veteran running back to finally garner some offensive touches in the Week 18 finale versus the Falcons if head coach Todd Bowles opts to give his reserves more playing time as the game unfolds.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers' Giovani Bernard takes blame for botched fake punt in tense exchange with reporters Bernard would say little else beyond that the play was his fault.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

No offensive snaps Monday night Bernard logged eight special-teams snaps but did not see action on offense during the Buccaneers' 17-16 win over the Saints on Monday night.

Impact The veteran back garnered active status for the second time in as many games since coming off the injured list, but he failed to see any action on offense again. With both Leonard Fournette and Rachaad White above-average pass-catching backs, Bernard isn't a priority on offense for the time being.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No action in Week 12 return Bernard (ankle) did not log any snaps during the Buccaneers' 23-17 overtime loss to the Browns on Sunday despite being active for the contest.

Impact The veteran back was available following his Saturday activation from injured reserve, but even with Leonard Fournette (hip) inactive, Bernard did not see the field. It remains to be seen if Bernard sees some action in Week 13 against the Saints if Fournette remains unavailable, but if the latter is active, the veteran could find himself a healthy scratch.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Activated off IR The Buccaneers activated Bernard (ankle) off injured reserve Saturday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact With Leonard Fournette (hip) unavailable Sunday, it'll be interesting to monitor the usage of both Rachaad White and the veteran Bernard. While White has performed well as a receiver and pass protector this season, Bernard has historically been a standout in those areas as well. With that in mind, the Buccaneers could opt to use White primarily as a rusher, while Bernard takes the field primarily on the passing downs. The Buccaneers also have Ke'Shawn Vaughn on hand as another option in the backfield.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs, Brady visit Browns looking for third straight win

Following a trip to Germany and a bye week, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers are well rested to take on the reeling Browns

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bucs designate Giovani Bernard to return from injured reserve The veteran running back will begin his 21-day practice window and can be activated at any time during that period.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM

Practice window opens The Buccaneers designated Bernard (ankle) for return from injured reserve Monday.

Impact Bernard now has a 21-day window to be evaluated at practice without counting against the active roster, though Tampa Bay could fully activate him as early as Sunday's contest against the Browns. Once fully cleared for a return to the field, Bernard could mix in as a passing-down option behind Leonard Fournette and rookie Rachaad White.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • BENGALS.COM

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • BENGALS.COM

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ticketed for IR The Buccaneers will place Bernard (ankle) on injured reserve Wednesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact The transaction ensures that Bernard will be sidelined for at least the Buccaneers' next four games after he sustained the ankle injury in Sunday's win over the Saints. After recording 23 receptions in 12 games in his first season with Tampa Bay while often serving as a sub off the bench on passing downs, Bernard had exclusively played on special teams through the Bucs' first two games of 2022. Bernard's upcoming absence could pave the way for Ke'Shawn Vaughn to dress as the team's third running back behind starter Leonard Fournette and top backup Rachaad White.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return versus Saints Bernard (ankle) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Saints.

Impact Bernard will be sidelined for the fourth quarter of Tampa Bay's divisional matchup after he appears to have suffered an unspecified ankle injury at some point Sunday. The veteran running back will now look to get healthy again before the Buccaneers' Week 3 contest against the Packers.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs RB Giovani Bernard (ankle) won't return vs. Saints The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have to finish Sunday’s game without one of their veteran running backs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Still not practicing Bernard (knee) did not practice Monday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bernard picked up an ankle injury during Tampa Bay's preseason opener and hasn't seen the field since. The Buccaneers are likely just playing things safe though, as the 30-year-old back is entering his 10th season in the league and doesn't have much to prove at this point. Bernard will work to return as quickly as possible to nail down his spot on the 53-man roster, but in the meantime, Ke'Shawn Vaughn should see more practice and preseason reps.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Bernard (ankle) won't play in Saturday's preseason game against Tennessee, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact The Bucs seem to be playing some starters, but between older guys resting and injuries, their on-field crew won't be all that impressive Saturday night. Bernard hurt his ankle in the preseason opener, perhaps damaging his bid to earn a role as the third-down back. Leonard Fournette has proven capable of playing passing downs, while rookie fourth-round pick Rachaad White had 456 receiving yards at ASU last year.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Monday's practice Bernard (ankle) didn't practice Monday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bernard left Saturday's preseason contest early with the ankle injury and remains sidelined at Monday's practice. Auman relays that the veteran running back didn't have a brace or cast on his ankle, suggesting the issue may be minor. Regardless, Bernard's status is definitely worth monitoring ahead of Saturday's preseason matchup with Tennessee.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle injury Bernard won't return to Saturday's preseason game against the Dolphins due to an ankle injury, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact With Leonard Fournette a healthy scratch in Tampa Bay's exhibition opener, Bernard received all the RB touches on the team's first two possessions, finishing with seven carries for 19 yards and one catch for minus-four yards. Bernard's last touch came with 3:09 remaining in the first quarter, and the Bucs waited to rule him out until midway through the third quarter, so he was unlikely to log another snap anyway with second-year quarterback Kyle Trask directing the offense. The severity of Bernard's issue isn't known, but his health could be clarified by his on-field activity, if any, ahead of next Saturday's outing at Tennessee.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Photos: Sneaker Shopping with Giovani Bernard | The Bay Get up close and person with RB Giovani Bernard as he takes us sneaker shopping at Soleciety in Tampa.

JULY 12, 2022 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Sneaker Shopping with Giovani Bernard | The Bay Get up close and person with RB Giovani Bernard as he takes us sneaker shopping at Soleciety in Tampa.

JUNE 23, 2022 • BUCCANEERS.COM

RB Giovani Bernard re-signs with Buccaneers for 1 year

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers bolstered their depth at running back by re-signing free agent Giovani Bernard to a one-year, $1.12 million contract

APRIL 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Report: Buccaneers Keep RB Giovani Bernard The running back was injured for a majority of the 2021 season and saw little playing time in Tampa Bay.

APRIL 1, 2022 • SI.COM

Bucs re-sign RB Giovani Bernard to 1-year deal The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are bringing back veteran running back Giovani Bernard on a new one-year deal

APRIL 1, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Staying with Tampa Bernard is re-signing with the Buccaneers on a one-year contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact The 30-year-old RB reportedly fielded offers from multiple teams before deciding to stay in Tampa Bay, where he had eight carries and 23 catches in 12 games last season. Bernard should continue to have a role on third downs, though Leonard Fournette -- also re-signed this offseason -- has proven capable of handling much of the receiving workload out of the backfield. The Bucs did lose Ronald Jones to the Chiefs in March, but he and Bernard were never competing for the same snaps anyway.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE