KYLE RUDOLPH NEWS

Sitting out Monday Rudolph (knee) is listed as inactive Monday against the Cowboys, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact After hauling in an eight-yard touchdown Week 18 in Atlanta, Rudolph was knocked out of that contest with a knee injury that allowed for just one limited practice during prep for the wild-card round. Now that Rudolph's status is confirmed for Monday's game, Cameron Brate and Ko Kieft will be the depth tight ends behind No. 1 option Cade Otten.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Rudolph (knee) is listed as doubtful for Monday's contest against the Cowboys, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Impact The veteran tight end has been used sparingly this season, as he's accumulated just 41 offensive snaps dating back to Week 10. Expect Cade Otton and Cameron Brate to continue taking the majority of the tight end reps.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Friday Rudolph (knee) was a limited participant during Friday's practice, Jori Epstein of Yahoo Sports reports.

Impact Rudolph was knocked out of the regular-season finale against Carolina with a knee injury and remained sidelined during Thursday's practice. The backup tight end returned as a limited participant Friday, but he'll likely have to log a full session Saturday to avoid an injury designation for Monday's wild-card matchup against Dallas.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Thursday Rudolph (knee) was a non-participant during the Buccaneers' practice Thursday.

Impact Rudolph was forced out with a knee injury during the regular-season finale against Atlanta, leaving him sidelined for the first practice ahead of Tampa Bay's wild-card game against Dallas on Monday. The 33-year-old tight appeared in nine games this season and was a sporadic healthy scratch for Tampa Bay. Rudolph has also secured just one reception since Week 7, though his potential absence could mean a slight increase in playing time for rookie tight end Ko Kieft behind Cade Otton and Cameron Brate.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced out versus Atlanta Rudolph has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons with a knee injury.

Impact Rudolph logged his first receiving touchdown of the season with an eight-yard score in the first half. However, his day will come to an early end after he was ruled out midway through the third quarter, leaving Ko Kieft, Cameron Brate and Cade Otton as the Buccaneers' three available tight ends for the remainder of this contest. With Tampa Bay scheduled to play during the first round of the playoffs starting next week, it will be worth monitoring Rudolph's practice activity for more clarity on this knee issue.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Rudolph Hauls in Tom Brady Touchdown | Bucs vs. Falcons Highlights QB Tom Brady throws a TD to TE Kyle Rudolph against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 18.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • BUCCANEERS.COM

No targets over 10 snaps Rudolph didn't log a target over 10 snaps during the Buccaneers' 30-24 win over the Panthers in Week 17.

Impact The veteran tight end garnered active status for the second straight game, but just as during his 11-snap stint against the Cardinals in Week 16, Rudolph went without a target. Rudolph certainly isn't without pass-catching ability, but the fact he didn't see a ball thrown his way Sunday despite Cameron Brate being a healthy scratch underscores that he's viewed exclusively as a blocker in this offense.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Rudolph (coach's decision) has been ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Impact Rudolph was also ruled a healthy scratch for back-to-back games before suiting up against New Orleans in Monday Night Football last week. However, he ultimately did not record a statistic over his nine offensive snaps. Rudolph now finds himself the odd man out with Cameron Brate back after a one-game absence due to illness.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No targets on nine snaps Rudolph didn't draw a target over nine snaps in the Buccaneers' 17-16 win over the Saints on Monday night.

Impact Rudolph garnered active status for the sixth time this season, but as has been the case on the last three occasions, he failed to draw any targets. If Cameron Brate (illness) is able to return for the Week 14 road clash against the 49ers, Rudolph is likely to revert back to healthy scratch status.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch Sunday Rudolph (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Browns.

Impact Rudolph is a healthy scratch once again and has yet to claim a clear role with the Buccaneers. The veteran remains behind Cameron Brate, Cade Otton and Ko Kieft on the team's positional depth chart, and will likely only dress on game day if one of them suffers an injury.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

TE Brate active for Bucs' game against Seahawks in Germany

Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate is active for Tampa Bay’s game against the Seattle Seahawks in Germany in his return from a neck injury

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing in Munich Rudolph (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks in Munich, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Rudolph dressed each of the past three games but played fewer than eight snaps each time out and recorded one reception for eight yards during that stretch. With Cameron Brate (neck) returning from a three-game absence Sunday, and Cade Otton and Ko Kieft on hand as depth options, Rudolph wasn't needed as a fourth tight end in Germany.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance on stat sheet Rudolph brought in his only target for eight yards in the Buccaneers' 21-3 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact With Cameron Brate (neck) out of action, Rudolph garnered active status for the third time this season, and he managed to contribute on the stat sheet with his second reception of the campaign. Cade Otton has quickly developed into a solid pass-catching option at tight end, however, so Rudolph's role should remain minimal even if Brate sits out Thursday's game against the Ravens.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch Sunday Rudolph (coach's decision) will not play Sunday against the Steelers.

Impact Rudolph has yet to find a steady role in the Buccaneers' offense, having only been active for two contests this season and seeing limited snaps. He'll continue working to find his niche with the team and earn a chance to suit up next week, against the Panthers.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Only nine snaps Sunday Rudolph failed to bring in his only target in the Buccaneers' 21-15 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

Impact The veteran tight end garnered active status for only the second time this season and didn't crack the stat sheet during his modest time on the field. Rudolph's opportunity came as a result of Cameron Brate's absence due to a concussion, so if the latter is able to return for a Week 6 road matchup against the Steelers, the former is likely to revert to healthy scratch status.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch Sunday Rudolph (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against Kansas City.

Impact Rudolph was active for the first time this year during last week's loss to the Packers, and he secured his lone target for 12 yards. However, he'll be held out in Week 4 since Cade Otton is back in action.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One catch in season debut Rudolph brought in his only target for 12 yards in the Buccaneers' 14-12 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Impact The veteran tight end was active for the first time this season with rookie Cade Otton (personal) out of action, and he was able to make good use of the one pass thrown his way. Rudolph logged only nine snaps overall despite the Buccaneers being short-handed at tight end, and he's likely to revert to inactive status as early as Week 4 if Otton is back with the team for the home showdown against the Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Rudolph on His Community Efforts, Family Values | Slice Tight End Kyle Rudolph spoke with Team Reporter Casey Phillips about how he continues to help his community here in Tampa.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Daboll's Giants rally from 13 down to beat Titans 21-20

Daniel Jones hit Chris Myarick for a 1-yard touchdown pass, then found Saquon Barkley on a shovel pass for the 2-point conversion with 1:06 left, giving the New York Giants a 21-20...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tom Brady, Buccaneers motivated by 'unfinished business'

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AUGUST 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes preseason debut Saturday Rudolph brought in one of three targets for three yards in the Buccaneers' 13-3 preseason loss to the Titans on Saturday night.

Impact The veteran tight end got his feet wet in the Buccaneers offense for the first time and logged targets on both the second and fourth drives of the game. Rudolph and Cameron Brate likely will serve as co-No.1 options at tight end to open the season, but rookie Cade Otton potentially could eat into both of their snap counts as the campaign unfolds.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers TE depth chart: How Cameron Brate, Kyle Rudolph project without Rob Gronkowski Tom Brady will be working with a new face in the tight end room after Rob Gronkowski's latest retirement.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Blaine Gabbert Throws Deep Ball to Kyle Rudolph | Play of the Day Watch as QB Blaine Gabbert throws a touchdown pass to Kyle Rudolph.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Brady: Hainsey working hard to become Jensen's replacement

Tom Brady spoke to reporters for the first time since the start of training camp, keeping most of his answers brief during a seven-minute session in which he discussed — among othe...

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings value return of rejuvenated tight end Irv Smith Jr.

The evidence of Irv Smith Jr.’s rejuvenated outlook jumps out from underneath his chinstrap

JULY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS