TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS NEWS

Trey Palmer - Outperformed by veteran Sunday Palmer brought in one of two targets for five yards in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact Palmer played 33 snaps to David Moore's 16, but it was the latter that made a splash with a 52-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter that sealed the game for Tampa Bay. Given Palmer now has two straight one-catch, five-yard efforts and hasn't eclipsed 20 receiving yards since Week 11, he could start yielding additional snaps to Moore in Week 16 against the Jaguars.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Moore - Impressive TD in win Moore brought in both targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact The veteran journeyman recorded his first touchdown since 2020 on a nifty 52-yard catch and run in the fourth quarter that sealed the game for the Buccaneers. Moore was added to the active roster earlier in the week after the team used up his three practice-squad elevations, and given the knack for the end zone he displayed early in his career with the Seahawks, the seven-year pro could be a surprise contributor down the stretch if he sees enough snaps.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Buccaneers climb back to .500 and control their own destiny in bid for 3rd straight NFC South title

There’s no secret to what the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have done to get back into contention for a playoff berth or what they need to do to stay there

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rakim Jarrett - Designated off IR The Buccaneers designated Jarrett (quadriceps) to return from injured reserve Monday, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Jarrett had been out since suffering a quadriceps injury back in November but is now closer to making his return. The rookie undrafted free agent is now eligible to return to practice and the team will have 21 days to officially activate him off injured reserve.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Talk the Line: Early breakdown of NFL Week 16 odds; Ravens-49ers line off

Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Jason McIntyre break down every Week 16 opening spread. Read to see why JMAC is dubious about the line...

DECEMBER 18, 2023

11 things we learned in NFL Week 15: Dominant Dolphins, Jets turmoil, career revivals

How did the Dolphins dominate without Tyreek Hill? Do the Jets need change at the top of their organization? We take you through 11 things w...

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Cade Otton - Two big catches in win Otton brought in both targets for 44 yards in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact The second-year tight end contributed a pair of 22-yard receptions -- both coming on a late third-quarter drive that culminated in a Buccaneers touchdown -- showing more downfield chops than in his typical shorter-area role. With Sunday's production, Otton tied the 42 catches he posted as a rookie in 2022, and he set a new career high by pushing season yardage total to 408 yards. Otton only had Week 14's two receptions for 16 yards and a touchdown in the two games prior to Sunday, so his boost in yardage was a welcome sight for fantasy managers rolling with him in any playoff contests. The 2022 fourth-round pick next takes aim at the Jaguars in a Week 16 home matchup.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Week 15 highlights: Ravens, Browns, Buccaneers, Chiefs, Bills win, more

Week 15 of the NFL season continued Sunday with a stacked 11-game slate, and we've got you covered with all the highlights!

DECEMBER 18, 2023

NFL Stock Watch: Tua thrives without Tyreek; Bills look like contenders... again

Tua Tagovailoa had the game he needed without his superstar WR Tyreek Hill in the lineup, while the Bills made a statement against the Cowbo...

DECEMBER 18, 2023

NFL Week 15 top viral moments: Social media reacts as Bills throttle Cowboys

Week 15 of the NFL season continues Sunday with a busy 11-game slate as the playoff picture comes further into focus. Here's what social med...

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Mike Evans - Another TD grab in win Evans brought in four of six targets for 57 yards and a touchdown in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact Evans played a rare second fiddle to Chris Godwin for the second straight game, although in contrast to Week 14, the gulf between the two players' numbers was expansive. Nevertheless, Evans was able to round out his fantasy day nicely with his 11th touchdown of the campaign, which came on a 19-yard grab early in the second quarter. Evans has followed up a 7-162-1 line in Week 13 against the Panthers with just five receptions for 65 yards in his next two games, but he'll look to bounce back against the Jaguars' inconsistent secondary in a Week 16 home matchup against the Jaguars on Christmas Eve.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Baker Mayfield - Standout effort in Week 15 win Mayfield completed 22 of 28 passes for 381 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday. He also rushed twice for minus-2...

Impact Mayfield's stellar line tells the story of how effective the veteran signal-caller, who's been a pleasant surprise as Tom Brady's successor this season, was throughout the afternoon against a talented Packers secondary. Mayfield averaged a whopping 13.6 yards per attempt despite taking five sacks, and he connected with seven different pass catches overall. However, he demonstrated outstanding chemistry with Chris Godwin in particular, with the veteran receiver accounting for 10 of Mayfield's completions, 155 of his receiving yards and 12 of his pass attempts. Mayfield hit Mike Evans (19 yards), Rachaad White (26 yards), Ko Kieft (two yars) and David Moore (52 yards) for his quartet of scoring tosses, and he's now thrown for multiple touchdowns in six of his last eight contests. Mayfield next sets his sights on the Jaguars' inconsistent pass defense in a Week 16 home matchup on Christmas Eve.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Godwin - Eclipses century mark in win Godwin brought in 10 of 12 targets for 155 yards in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact After a season full of mostly middling outputs, Godwin finally looked like the talented and versatile threat he's served as for most of his career. Godwin did have an 8-114 line against the Saints back in Week 4, but Sunday's reception and receiving yardage totals were both season highs, while his target tally tied his high-water mark of the campaign. Godwin now has 15 receptions for 208 yards over the last two games after a catchless outing in Week 13, and he'll therefore head into a Week 16 home matchup against the Jaguars on Christmas Eve with plenty of momentum.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Baker Mayfield throws for 381 yards, 4 TDs, Bucs keep pace in NFC South by beating Packers 34-20

Baker Mayfield threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won their third straight, 34-20 over the Green Bay Packers

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Josh Hayes - Late scratch Sunday Hayes (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Hayes was added to the Sunday injury report after picking up an illness and will miss his second game of the season. The rookie sixth-round draft pick has primarily played on special teams and has accumulated 14 tackles (eight solo) over 12 games.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Packers vs. Buccaneers: Time, TV Channel and Live Stream – Week 15

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the NFL Week 15 Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers game, Sunday, December 17.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Chris Godwin - Expected to play against Packers Godwin (knee), officially listed as questionable, remains a game-time decision but is expected to play Sunday against the Packers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Godwin practiced in full Friday, so this news isn't all that surprising. Nevertheless, it will be worth monitoring his official status before the Buccaneers kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vita Vea - Upgraded to questionable Vea (toe) has been upgraded to questionable from doubtful for Sunday's game against the Packers, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Impact The nose tackle was listed as doubtful Friday after missing the team's Wednesday walkthrough. Vea appears to be trending toward returning after sitting out of the Buccaneers' Week 14 win over the Falcons. Vea has 33 tackles, including 5.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in 11 games this season.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vita Vea - Doubtful versus Green Bay Vea (toe) has been listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's contest against the Packers.

Impact Vea missed the Buccaneers' Week 14 win over the Falcons with a toe injury, and he's likely to miss a second straight game after logging DNP's for all three practices. Greg Gaines stepped in as the starting nose tackle for Week 14 and figures to reprise that role Sunday.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Neal - Unlikely to play Sunday Neal (back) has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Neal was a DNP in all three practices this week and is trending towards missing his second game of the season. Dee Delaney and Kaevon Merriweather are candidates to take over as the starting strong safety alongside free safety Antoine Winfield.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jamel Dean - Chance to return versus Green Bay Dean (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Dean finished the week logging back-to-back full practice sessions and his chances of returning from a three-absence looks promising. He has 48 tackles (36 solo) and a fumble recovery in nine games this season. Dean's return would be a welcome one for the Bucs' secondary after starting cornerback Carlton Davis was ruled out for Sunday's game with a groin injury.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE