JAMEL DEAN NEWS

Saints frustrate Brady again, beat SB champ Buccaneers 9-0

New Orleans’ defense gave Tom Brady fits again, shutting down Tampa Bay’s high-powered offense as the Saints put the Buccaneers’ division title celebration plans on hold with a 9-0...

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Week 15 Dean (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Dean exited last week's win over the Bills due to the illness, and he was then evaluated for a concussion this week. There's been no further indication on whether the 25-year-old is dealing with a concussion, but he's out for Sunday's divisional contest regardless.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

SB champions show there's plenty of room for improvement

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have 10 wins and are on the brink of clinching their first division title since 2007

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Being evaluated for concussion The Buccaneers are evaluating Dean to see if his illness on Sunday was the result of a concussion, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact The third-year cornerback cleared concussion protocols ahead of Sunday's contest, but he was only able to play 17 defensive snaps before leaving the game due to what was reported as an illness. Earlier in the season, the Packers' Kevin King experienced a similar situation, which resulted in a two game-absence. Nonetheless, this appears to be strictly a precautionary move by Tampa Bay, but Dean's status should be monitored closely.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ravens' Jackson in protective boot after spraining ankle

Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson left the stadium in a protective boot after spraining his right ankle in a 24-22 road loss to the Browns, a concerning sight for a b...

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tom Brady's 700th TD pass lifts Bucs over Bills 33-27 in OT

Tom Brady became the NFL’s all-time completions leader and threw his 700th touchdown pass for the winning score as the defending Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers got a 33-2...

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Exits early Dean (illness) will not return Sunday against the Bills, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Dean had cleared concussion protocols Saturday, but an illness has left him unable to continue Sunday. Carlton Davis will likely see extra work now in Dean's absence.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from concussion protocol Dean has been cleared from concussion protocol and will play in Sunday's contest against Buffalo, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact After his status was uncertain all week long, Dean will play Sunday. With Carlton Davis and Sean Murphy-Bunting back from injury, the Tampa Bay secondary will be at full strength for the matchup against Buffalo's high-powered offense.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for Week 14 Dean (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Bills.

Impact Dean was able to log back-to-back full practices to end the week after not practicing at all Wednesday. However, the 25-year-old cornerback remains questionable heading into the weekend. If he is unable to suit up Sunday, Ross Cockrell and Dee Delaney will likely see increased roles.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brady faces another former AFC East foe in struggling Bills

Tom Brady will try to move closer to another division title when he leads the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the struggling Buffalo Bills

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bills-Buccaneers Injury Report Dec. 8: Jamel Dean, Will Gholston, Ryan Jensen, Jordan Whitehead Sidelined The Buccaneers listed eight players on their first injury report of Week 14.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Brady, SB champ Bucs aiming for playoff home-field advantage

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers know how difficult the road to the Super Bowl can be

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands in concussion protocol Coach Bruce Arians revealed Monday that Dean has been placed in the concussion protocol, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Although Dean will have several steps to clear before he's able to return to the field, Arians is optimistic that the cornerback will be able to play Sunday against Buffalo. Prior to exiting Sunday's win over Atlanta, Dean recorded a solo tackle and a pass defense.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Cannon taken off field in ambulance after collision

San Francisco 49ers backup running back Trenton Cannon was taken off the field in an ambulance after a scary collision on the opening kickoff in a 30-23 loss at Seattle

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dynamic duo: Brady, Gronk lead Bucs past Falcons 30-17

Tom Brady threw for 368 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to the brink of an NFC South title with a 30-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Done for today Dean (concussion) will not return Sunday against the Falcons, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Dean left early Sunday to be evaluated for a concussion, which he ultimately was diagnosed with. He absence will create a hole in the Buccaneers' secondary, which Ross Cockrell and Dee Delaney will look to fill.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for a concussion Dean is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Falcons.

Impact Dean came into Week 13 with a shoulder injury, but he took a big hit in the second half and is now dealing with a possible concussion. If Dean is unable to return, Ross Cockrell and Dee Delaney are both candidates to see increased snaps for the remainder of the contest.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Sunday Dean (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Dean received the questionable tag and is ready to play after being limited by the shoulder injury. He suffered the injury early in last week's win over the Colts but won't end up missing any additional time.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Clear of shoulder injury Dean (shoulder) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Dean left last week's win over the Colts early, but it looks like he has already shaken off his shoulder injury. He should occupy his customary starting spot in Tampa Bay's secondary against the struggling Falcons passing attack Sunday.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers-Falcons Injury Report Dec. 1: Ali Marpet Returns to Practice, Jamel Dean Practices Fully The Buccaneers opened up practice for Week 13’s road trip to Atlanta on Wednesday listing 10 players on their injury report.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Super Bowl champs end 2-game road skid with 2nd straight win

So much for the notion that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were beginning to show some signs of vulnerability

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Possibly avoids serious injury Coach Bruce Arians said Monday that there doesn't appear to be any structural damage in Dean's shoulder, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Dean had to leave Sunday's contest in the first quarter and was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game. However, based on Arians' comments, he appears to have avoided a serious injury. The Buccaneers are expected to get Carlton Davis (quadriceps) back soon, as he was designated to return from injured reserve ahead of Week 12, so it will be important to monitor Davis and Dean's injuries throughout the week. If both are ruled out, then Pierre Desir will likely be thrust into an expanded role once again.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cook carted off with shoulder injury; Samuel hurts groin

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was taken off the field on a cart with a shoulder injury in the third quarter of a 34-26 loss to the San Francisco 49ers

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fournette scores 4 TDs, Brady rallies Bucs past Indy 38-31

Leonard Fournette capped a four-touchdown game with a 28-yard scoring run with 20 seconds left to give Tampa Bay a 38-31 come-from-behind victory at Indianapolis

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Dean (shoulder) has been downgraded to out of Sunday's game with the Colts, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Being ruled out so quickly doesn't bode well for Dean. The 25-year-old will surely head for more tests Monday, and more details should be released soon thereafter. Dee Delaney has taken over in his stead.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE