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MIKE EDWARDS #21 - SAFETY - TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
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Solid night in Week 1 win Edwards recorded five tackles (four solo), including one defensed pass, during the Buccaneers' 19-3 win over the Cowboys in Week 1
Impact Edwards turned in a solid effort that saw him finish tied for fourth on the team in tackles. The 2019 third-round pick drew the start at free safety and played all 69 defensive snaps, an encouraging development for his IDP prospects as he looks to top last season's career-high 46 tackles, three interceptions, seven defensed passes and pair of pick-sixes.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Top candidate to replace Whitehead Edwards, a 2019 third-round pick, is likely to have the first opportunity to replace the departed Jordan Whitehead at free safety, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Buccaneers signed Logan Ryan, who was a cornerback until the last two seasons, this offseason, but Auman seems to think the team will give the incumbent Edwards the first crack at replacing Whitehead. Edwards has started in the past and logged 45 games of regular-season action overall in his first three seasons, showing a good knack for getting his hands on the ball with five interceptions and an additional 13 defensed passes over that span. However, given Ryan is an even more proven commodity, it could be a hotly contested battle between the two during training camp and preseason.
JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Paces team in tackles Edwards recorded nine tackles (all solo), including one for loss, and an interception during the Buccaneers' 31-15 wild-card win over the Eagles on Sunday.
Impact Edwards' tackle total led the Buccaneers on the afternoon, and his late first-half interception at the goal line on a deep ball intended for DeVonta Smith preserved a 17-0 lead going into halftime. The third-year pro also recorded a trio of picks during the regular season and could certainly play a pivotal role once again in Sunday's divisional-round battle versus the Rams' potent passing attack.
JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Co-leads team in tackles Edwards (suspension) tallied seven tackles (four solo) during the Buccaneers' 32-6 win over the Panthers in Week 16.
Impact Edwards tied Jordan Whitehead for the team lead in tackles in his first game back from a three-game suspension. The third-year defensive back's tackle total was also a season-high figure, and he could continue to enjoy an elevated role akin to the 67 snaps he logged against Carolina over the final two weeks of the regular season.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suspension lifted Edwards (suspension) rejoined the Buccaneers on Monday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Impact Coach Bruce Arians said of Edwards and Antonio Brown (ankle), who each had their suspensions lifted Monday, "We'll welcome them back," per Greg Auman of The Athletic. Both Edwards and Brown are coming off three-game suspensions for having violated the joint NFL and NFLPA COVID-19 protocols for misrepresenting their vaccination statuses. It appears as though the safety will be allowed to prepare for Week 16's game against the Panthers normally.
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Preparing to rejoin team Monday Edwards 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 reports.
Impact After both Edwards and wide receiver Antonio Brown 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 noncommittal 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 Edwards and Brown will be back at the Bucs' facility as the team begins preparing for a Week 16 matchup with the Panthers. Before he was suspended, Edwards appeared in each of Tampa Bay's first 11 games, tallying 35 tackles, seven pass breakups, three interceptions -- two of which he returned for touchdowns -- and a forced fumble.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gets three-game suspension from NFL The NFL announced Thursday that Edwards has been suspended three games for violating jointly developed and administered NFL-NFLPA COVID-19 protocols.
Impact Edwards was suspended following a joint NFL-NFLPA review into recent allegations that he misrepresented his vaccination status. The third-year safety has already accepted the three-game ban and has waived his right to appeal, making him ineligible to play until the Buccaneers' Week 16 game against the Panthers on Dec. 26. Edwards had suited up for each of the Buccaneers' first 11 contests of the season, tallying 35 tackles, seven pass breakups, a forced fumble and three interceptions, two of which he returned for touchdowns.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Active in Week 12 win Edwards recorded three solo tackles, defensed two passes and forced a fumble in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Impact Edwards turned in a fantasy-friendly effort despite the modest number of tackles, notching his second game with multiple defensed passes this season and forcing his fumble of the campaign when he stripped Zach Pascal late in the first quarter after a nine-yard catch. The third-year pro remains stuck in a rotational role behind starting free safety Jordan Whitehead but has proven adept at getting his hands on the ball (three interceptions, four additional defensed passes) and contributing some serviceable tackle numbers (35) relative to playing time in that role.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Impressive in spot start Edwards posted six tackles (five solo) while drawing a start at strong safety for Antoine Winfield (concussion) in the Buccaneers' 45-17 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.
Impact Edwards is somewhat of a luxury for head coach Bruce Arians as a starting-caliber young player that's available to step into the lineup in a pinch, as he did Sunday. The 2019 third-round pick, who also had a pair of interceptions in Week 2, racked up a season-high number of tackles across 50 snaps. Edwards is set for a second consecutive start Thursday night against the Eagles with Winfield already ruled out for the contest.
OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Set to start Edwards is expected to start in place of Antoine Winfield (concussion) in Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact Winfield suffered a concussion in the team's victory over New England in Week 4, and he'll remain out against Miami. As a result, Edwards will see an increased role. Through four games, Edwards has recorded 13 tackles, two interceptions and three passes defended -- primarily as a part-time player.
OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Two pick-sixes Edwards recorded four solo tackles, three pass breakups and two pick-sixes in Sunday's 48-25 win over the Falcons.
Impact Edwards played just 52 percent of the defensive snaps Sunday, but he made a spectacular impact with two pick-sixes less than four minutes apart in the fourth quarter, sealing the win for the Buccaneers. We certainly can't count on Edwards to make this type of impact moving forward, as Antoine Winfield and Jordan Whitehead are still the top two safeties.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Draws Week 1 start Edwards will start in place of Jordan Whitehead (hamstring) during Thursday's contest against the Cowboys, Sara Walsh of NFL on Fox reports.
Impact Whitehead was ruled out Tuesday, which allows Edwards to draw the Week 1 start. While Edwards saw a reduced role during the regular season last year, he was still able to step into an increased role in the playoffs. The 25-year-old has appeared in 31 games during his first two NFL seasons, registering 56 tackles, two interceptions and one sack.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Solid postseason after quiet year Edwards, who recorded four tackles (two solo) and a defensed pass that led to an interception during the Buccaneers' 31-9 win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV, finished the 2020 re...
Impact With Antoine Winfield and Jordan Whitehead manning the two starting safety spots with success this past regular season, Edwards saw a significantly reduced defensive role. He did manage to record the first two interceptions of his two-year career and allowed just a six-yard completion on seven attempts against him primary coverage, however, and he also made good use of an increased role during the team's four-game postseason title run. Edwards recorded 12 tackles (eight solo), three defensed passes and one interception across 132 defensive snaps, capping it off with a timely deflection of a pass intended for Tyreek Hill that resulted in a Winfield interception midway through the third quarter of Super Bowl LV. Edwards' strong play over limited opportunity could put him in the conversation for a starting safety job this summer, although he'll have to beat out Whitehead during what is slated to be the fourth-year pro's contract year.
FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Sunday Edwards (hip) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's clash against the Falcons.
Impact Edwards left last Saturday's game against Detroit due to the hip issue, but he followed two limited practice sessions to begin the week with a full practice Friday and will be able to take the field for the regular-season finale. His presence will be a boost to a Tampa Bay secondary that is likely to be without starter Carlton Davis (groin).
JANUARY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Week 16 deemed to be over Edwards (hip) will not return to Saturday's game against the Lions, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact Edwards was initially deemed questionable upon sustaining his injury, but he's been subsequently downgraded to out as the Buccaneers continue to carry a sizeable second-half lead. Tampa Bay's depth at safety will be depleted if Edwards' hip issue ends up costing him any additional game time. The 24-year-old's two interceptions are tied for second most on the team.
DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Week 16 return deemed questionable Edwards (hip) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Lions.
Impact There's little motivation to rush the 24-year-old safety back onto the field, with Tampa Bay carrying a dominant 34-0 advantage into the halftime break. The Buccaneers' secondary has contained Detroit's passing attack to 47 yards, with Chase Daniels now having taken over at quarterback for the injured Matthew Stafford (ankle).
DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Nabs first career INT Edwards totaled four tackles (three solo) and recorded his first career interception in the Buccaneers' 28-10 win over the Broncos on Sunday.
Impact The second-year pro saw his first action from scrimmage of the season after being limited to special teams over the first pair of contests. Edwards logged 42 snaps overall on defense and made good use of them while working as part of the safety rotation, notching his first career interception off Brett Rypien at the Bucs' one-yard line with 3:46 remaining. Given his solid performance Sunday, it's possible Edwards gets more opportunities on defense working in nickel and dime packages in coming games.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
