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Reverts to practice squad Barner reverted to the Buccaneers' practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's official transaction report.

Impact Barner was the primary return man for the Buccaneers on Monday, returning three punts for 19 yards and one kickoff for 24 yards. He now heads back down to the practice squad but could be called up for Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs if Jaydon Mickens remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list another week.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 43 yards in returns Barner returned one kickoff for 24 yards and ran back three punts for 19 yards in the Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Rams on Monday night.

Impact Barner was promoted from the practice squad for the contest and served as the primary returner in place of Jaydon Mickens, who the Buccaneers have still not removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list. It marked the third game with active status for the veteran running back, who also played in Weeks 3 and 4 against the Broncos and Chargers, respectively. Barner could be a candidate for a return to the practice squad and subsequent call-up for Week 12 against the Chiefs, with Mickens' status likely to play a significant role in the chances of that unfolding.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Monday Barner is active for Monday's game versus the Rams.

Impact Barner was elevated from the practice squad for Monday's game. His presence will force Ke'Shawn Vaughn to serve as a healthy scratch for a third straight game. Barner is expected to add depth as the No. 4 running back in the rotation, and he could chip in as a kick or punt returner as well.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Rises to active roster The Buccaneers elevated Barner to the active roster Monday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact This move means there are five running backs on Tampa Bay's active roster for Monday's game against the Rams. Perhaps Barner will get an opportunity as a kick or punt returner in this matchup, but he shouldn't garner many reps in the backfield behind Ronald Jones, Leonard Fournette, LeSean McCoy and Ke'Shawn Vaughn.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs activate Antonio Brown from reserve/suspended list

Antonio Brown has been activated from the reserve/suspended list and is set to practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the first time

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to practice squad Barner completed his four-game suspension and returned to the Buccaneers' practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Barner was handed a four-game suspension Oct. 6 for violating the NFL's Policy on Performance-Enhancing Substances, but he's now eligible to return to team activities. He's not expected to be called up to the active roster unless one of Ronald Jones, Leonard Fournette, LeSean McCoy or Ke'Shawn Vaughn suffers an injury.

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

AP Sportlight

Sportlight for Nov. 3, 2020

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

Sportlight for week: Nov. 1-7

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Faces four-game ban Barner was handed a four-game suspension Tuesday for violating the NFL's Policy on Performance-Enhancing Substances, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Impact Barner is currently on the practice squad, but he's been elevated for each of the Buccaneers' last two games. The team's backfield depth is iffy with Leonard Fournette (ankle) and LeSean McCoy (ankle) battling injuries, so the Bucs could bring in another running back on the practice squad.

OCTOBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to practice squad Barner reverted back to the Buccaneers' practice squad Monday, according to the NFL transaction log.

Impact Barner left the team's contest early after suffering a concussion. Prior to exiting the game, he had logged one target and also had a kickoff return for 33 yards.

OCTOBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Today, Week 4

NFL Today, Week 4

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Browns' Nick Chubb, Chargers' Austin Ekeler top injury list

Two of the NFL’s top running backs this season are facing uncertain futures after being forced to leave games early with injuries on Sunday

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will not return Sunday Barner (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact The eight-year NFL veteran was pulled from Sunday's contest after suffering an apparent head injury just before the conclusion of the first half, and team trainers have since deemed him ineligible for return. Barner will have to clear the league's concussion protocol if he has any hope of making it back for Tampa Bay's Week 5 showdown with the Bears, which will come on a short week with the two teams facing off on Thursday Night Football.

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Being checked for head injury Barner exited Sunday's matchup against the Chargers to be evaluated for a concussion, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 30-year-old running back and return specialist was injured while attempting to catch a Tom Brady pass in the final two minutes of the first half, and his return to the game remains questionable. Barner was unlikely to make substantial contributions for the Buccaneers' offensive attack during Week 4, as he had garnered one target and no rush attempts at the time of his exit. Tampa Bay remains with Ronald Jones and Ke'Shawn Vaughn as its top two rushers after LeSean McCoy injured his ankle on Tampa Bay's opening offensive drive of the afternoon.

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ascends to active roster The Buccaneers have elevated Barner to the active roster, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Barner will likely be active for Sunday's game versus the Chargers, but even with Leonard Fournette (ankle) ruled out, he'll likely stick to special teams.

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Reverts to practice squad Barner was reverted back to Tampa Bay's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction report.

Impact Barner suited up for the Buccaneers in Week 3 against Denver but played only four snaps, all on special teams. He'll hope to earn another call-up to the 53-man roster as the season unfolds.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Week 3 Barner is active for Sunday's Week 3 tilt against the Broncos after being elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact How much action that actually translates to is still very much in the air, however, considering the top running back trio of Ronald Jones, Leonard Fournette and LeSean McCoy all are healthy. Instead, it's possible Barner is utilized in either or both returner roles, considering his extensive experience in that area over his previous seven NFL seasons.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to active roster Barner was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The veteran's elevation is somewhat curious, considering the Buccaneers' robust running back depth chart is at full health. However, while 2020 rules allow for each team to promote up to two practice squad players each week, there is no requirement for said players to be active on gameday. If Barner were to be in uniform against the Broncos on Sunday, it would likely be for his work on special teams, where he's garnered extensive experience in both returner roles over his seven seasons.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Latches on to practice squad The Buccaneers signed Barner (lower body) to the practice squad Thursday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

Impact Barner served as Atlanta's primary return man in 2019, accounting for 267 yards while fielding punts and 406 yards on kickoffs. He fills the practice squad spot that would have been occupied by rookie seventh-round pick Raymond Calais, who was poached by the Rams.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Exits practice early Barner departed Friday's practice after suffering a lower-body injury while fielding a punt, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact Barner limped to the locker room, indicating it's a lower-body injury, but there are no other details about the nature of his injury. The 31-year-old is battling for a roster spot in Baltimore after spending the last three years with four different teams, so his best path to a roster spot is by returning kicks and punts.

AUGUST 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal with Baltimore Barner signed a contract with the Ravens on Wednesday.

Impact The Ravens are hoping to use sixth-round pick James Proche as their return specialist, but they'll bring in Barner as a backup plan in case the rookie isn't ready for the assignment. The 31-year-old isn't likely to get much of a chance on offense, where he'll be stuck behind Mark Ingram, J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards and Justice Hill on the depth chart at running back.

AUGUST 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers sign running back Kenjon Barner from Eagles

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Panthers have signed free-agent running back Kenjon Barner from the Philadelphia Eagles to a one-year contract.

MAY 11, 2018

Vikings-Eagles Matchups

Vikings-Eagles Matchups

JANUARY 19, 2018

Chargers sign Riverside native Barner, re-up with DT Palepoi, OL Wiggins

LA makes a trio of moves on Monday.

MARCH 21, 2017

Carson Wentz gives Eagles hope for future

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Carson Wentz is the real deal.

JANUARY 3, 2017