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Cameron Brate - Makes five grabs Brate caught five of six targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 14-12 loss to the Packers.

Impact Brate offered a reliable option for quarterback Tom Brady while he was without his usual top three wide receivers. After posting merely 16 yards through the first two weeks of the season, Brate's output Sunday was a needed boost. Whether the Buccaneers' receiving corps is back to full strength in Week 4 or not, Brate will strive to remain involved as Tampa Bay hosts Kansas City.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Russell Gage - Sets career high Gage caught 12 of 13 targets for 87 yards and a touchdown but lost a fumble in Sunday's 14-12 loss to the Packers.

Impact Gage led the Buccaneers in all major receiving categories, taking advantage of Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee) all being sidelined. His one-yard touchdown with 14 seconds left put Tampa Bay on the brink of overtime, yet Gage hurt the team's momentum with a fumble earlier in the game. Overall, though, he still posted a career high in receptions, which could help his chances of remaining involved even if Godwin and/or Jones are able to return alongside Evans in Week 4 versus the Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Brady - Narrow loss to Packers Brady completed 31 of 42 passes for 271 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 14-12 loss to the Packers.

Impact Brady saw Tampa Bay's offense struggle for much of Sunday's contest while without his top three wideouts. Still, the 45-year-old nearly led his team back to force overtime. While a one-yard touchdown to Russell Gage with 14 seconds left put the Buccaneers on the brink, a delay of game on their subsequent two-point conversion attempt hurt Brady's comeback chances and contributed toward a narrow defeat. As he now prepares for Week 4's matchup versus Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, Brady will be eager to get top wideout Mike Evans back from suspension and hope fellow targets Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee) can return as well.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rodgers throws for 2 TDs, Packers hold off Brady, Bucs 14-12

Aaron Rodgers threw for 255 yards and two touchdowns, and the Green Bay Packers withstood a late rally led by Tom Brady to hold off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a 14-12 victory on...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leonard Fournette - Held in check Fournette rushed 12 times for 35 yards and caught five of six targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 14-12 loss to the Packers.

Impact Fournette was stuffed in the running game for a second straight week, with Sunday marking his lowest output this season on the ground. While he compensated with his best performance as a pass-catcher, it still wasn't a very productive day for the veteran tailback. Fournette will strive to recover from his two-week funk and score his first touchdown of the campaign in Week 4 versus the Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Saints limp to London with plenty of wide receiver issues

The New Orleans Saints boarded a plane to London on Sunday night with plenty of excess baggage, including a two-game losing streak and several questions at wide receiver

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers' Bakhtiari active, Beasley set to make Bucs debut

Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari is active for Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay, while veteran wide receiver Cole Beasley appears to be in line to make his debut for th...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Donovan Smith - Out Sunday Smith (elbow) is inactive Sunday against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith logged a limited practice Thursday, but followed that up with a DNP on Friday. He'll miss his second consecutive game and work to return in Week 4 against the Chiefs. In his absence, Brandon Walton should get the start left tackle.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Beasley - Quick study in Bucs offense Beasley, who signed with the Buccaneers' practice squad earlier this week and was elevated to the active roster Saturday, has quickly picked up the team's playbook, Jenna Laine of...

Impact Beasley's short acclimation curve could certainly help propel him to a productive game Sunday, considering the Buccaneers are down Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee). The veteran slot receiver worked intensively with receivers coach Kevin Garver this week and noted the team's scheme has plenty of carryover for him from the Cowboys and Bills offenses he's played in previously. Given Beasley's prior body of work, he profiles as just the type of sure-handed short-area receiver Tom Brady has thrived with in the past.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cade Otton - Out as expected Sunday Otton (personal) is inactive for Sunday's Week 3 game against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact As expected, the rookie tight end will not be available after missing practice all week. In his absence, fellow rookie Ko Kieft and veteran Kyle Rudolph, the latter garnering active status for the first time this season, will serve as complementary options behind top tight end Cameron Brate.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Breshad Perriman - Active as expected Sunday Perriman (knee) is active for Sunday's Week 3 clash against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact As expected, the veteran speedster will be available on a day when the Buccaneers' receiving corps will be down Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee). Perriman played a key role in the Week 2 win over the Saints after Evans was ejected in the fourth quarter, catching what was essentially a game-sealing 28-yard touchdown pass from Tom Brady. Given the volume of absences in the receiver corps Sunday, Perriman should be in line for an elevated role as a starter alongside Russell Gage.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Russell Gage - Active as expected Sunday Gage (hamstring) is active for Sunday's Week 3 game against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gage missed Friday's practice but was reportedly expected to be available, and it's now confirmed he'll play through his hamstring issue for the third time in as many games to open the season. Gage's presence will be especially critical Sunday, considering the absence of Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee).

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Julio Jones - Inactive, has partly torn ligament Jones (knee) is inactive for Sunday's Week 3 clash against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports. The veteran wideout is dealing with a partially torn posterior cruciate...

Impact As has often been the case over the last couple of years, the injury outlook is grim for the veteran wideout, both for Sunday and the foreseeable future. The news of the severity of Jones' injury implies he could be headed for a long-term sabbatical, with a trip of some duration to injured reserve certainly not out of the question. Jones' absence Sunday, coupled with those of Mike Evans (suspension) and Chris Godwin (hamstring), leaves Tom Brady extremely short-handed in the pass-catching corps against a tough Packers defense.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leonard Fournette - Active as expected Week 3 Fournette (hamstring) is active for Sunday's Week 3 clash against the Packers, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact As expected, Fournette will play through his hamstring issue for the second straight week and likely shoulder another solid workload out of the Buccaneers' backfield. Additionally, with Tampa Bay down its top three receivers in Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee), Fournette's pass-catching prowess could certainly come in especially handy against Green Bay's tough defense.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Breshad Perriman - Expected to go vs. Packers Perriman (knee) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against Green Bay, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Perriman and Russell Gage (hamstring) are expected to play Sunday, while Julio Jones (knee) is a true game-time decision. Meanwhile, Mike Evans (suspension) and Chris Godwin (hamstring) are both out versus Green Bay. Final clarification will come leading up to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but if Perriman is able to suit up he could be asked to handle a key role in Tampa Bay's passing game.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Russell Gage - Expected to suit up Sunday Gage (hamstring) is expected play Sunday versus the Packers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Gage looks set to play through his hamstring injury for a third straight week after having again been listed as questionable. With Mike Evans (suspension) and Chris Godwin (hamstring) unavailable Sunday, plus Julio Jones (knee) being a true game-time decision, Gage could be in line for expanded opportunities versus the Packers' stout secondary. Breshad Perriman (knee) is also expected to play Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leonard Fournette - Expected to face Packers Fournette (hamstring) is expected to play Sunday versus the Packers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Fournette is officially listed as questionable for Week 3, but he played through the same hamstring injury last week while handling his usual starting role. The Buccaneers are preparing to operate with a severely hampered wide receiver group versus Green Bay, which could set Fournette up for increased opportunities in the passing game. An official word on the veteran's status will come prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Packers' David Bakhtiari likely to play Sunday vs. Buccaneers

All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari, who's appeared in just one game since 2020, is expected to play Sunday versus the Bucs.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Tampa Bay Buccaneers put WR Cole Beasley on active roster

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have promoted wide receiver Cole Beasley to the active roster from the practice squad

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers place veteran WR Sammy Watkins on injured reserve

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Sammy Watkins has been placed on injured reserve, meaning he must miss at least the next four games

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cole Beasley - Moves to active roster The Buccaneers elevated Beasley from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact This move comes as little surprise after the veteran joined the Bucs' practice squad earlier this week. With Mike Evans (suspended) and Chris Godwin (knee) out, and the trio of Julio Jones (knee), Russell Gage (hamstring) and Breshad Perriman (knee) all questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Packers, Beasley may see a healthy workload in his 2022 debut.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs, Jags, 49ers headline Cowherd's NFL Week 3 'Blazin' 5' picks

Colin Cowherd gives his "Blazin' 5" NFL picks for Week 3, which include the Bucs, Jaguars, 49ers, Commanders and Falcons.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022