TROYMAINE POPE NEWS

Placed on injured reserve Pope (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Pope played 35 percent of the Buccaneers' offensive snaps in the preseason opener but didn't appear in Saturday's exhibition loss to the Titans. While the nature of the 27-year-old's injury isn't clear, he'll be forced to miss the 2021 campaign following his placement on injured reserve.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Waived with injury designation Pope (undisclosed) was waived by Tampa Bay with an injury designation Sunday.

Impact If Pope clears waivers, he will revert to the Buccaneers injured reserve. The 27-year-old has 140 career rushing yards on 37 carries.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins Chargers' practice squad Pope was signed to the Chargers' practice squad Saturday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The Chargers have routinely used their weekly practice squad call-ups to rotate their running back depth chart, so it makes sense Pope would return to the team's practice squad. The health of Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage have relegated Pope to obscurity, but the shifty back did see action in five games so far this season and has totaled 118 yards across 23 touches.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Chargers The Chargers waived Pope on Thursday.

Impact Pope saw action in five games this season with the Chargers, rushing the ball 15 times for 76 yards, and he added eight receptions for 42 yards. Pope was fazed out of the gameplan the past two weeks, especially considering Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson returned from injured reserve, so this news isn't surprising. Pope could end up back on the practice squad with the Chargers or elsewhere before the season concludes.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Clear of neck injury Pope (neck) was a full practice participant Tuesday.

Impact The 27-year-old sat out Week 14 with the neck injury and was estimated as a DNP on Monday's practice report, but he didn't face any limitations Tuesday. Pope is unlikely to have much of an offensive role down the stretch for the Chargers with Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson back from injured reserve.

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Week 14 Pope (neck) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact The 27-year-old was considered questionable with the neck issue and won't be suiting up Sunday. Justin Jackson (knee) returned from injured reserve Saturday, so Pope may have ended up inactive even if he was healthy.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Colts have left tackle Castonzo, LB Okereke vs. Raiders

Indianapolis left tackle Anthony Castonzo and starting linebacker Bobby Okereke are both active for the Colts’ visit to the Las Vegas Raiders

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Listed as questionable Pope (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Falcons.

Impact Pope didn't practice Thursday but was able to get on the field in a limited capacity for Friday's session, thus providing a chance to play this week. With Joshua Kelley (knee) available along with Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage, Pope's in danger of being a healthy scratch even if he is cleared to play.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded in practice Pope (neck) did not participate during the Chargers' practice session Thursday.

Impact The 27-year-old back was unavailable for Los Angeles' 45-0 blanking at the hands of the Patriots, and he's moving in the wrong direction for Week 14. Pope was able to contribute a limited session Wednesday, rendering his Thursday DNP as a clear step back. The Chargers at least had Joshua Kelley (foot) upgrading his practice status from non-participant to limited Thursday, but Pope's outlook remains murky as L.A. heads into its final session of the week.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Held back during practice Pope (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Pope has a chance to return to the field for this week's game against the Falcons. If he can shake off the injury, a heightened role could be in the works because Joshua Kelley (foot) began the week as a nonparticipant in practice. That wouldn't be a major boost, however, as Pope played just six snaps on offense in the only game he has played with Austin Ekeler in the lineup.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Sunday Pope (neck) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Impact The 27-year-old was considered questionable with the neck injury but won't be suiting up Sunday. Pope was unlikely to fill a significant offensive role even if active, since Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage (ankle) are both available.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

QB Jones inactive for Giants; McCoy to start at Seattle

The New York Giants will be without starting quarterback Daniel Jones for Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Draws questionable tag for Sunday Pope (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Patriots.

Impact Pope was a late addition to the injury report Saturday after showing no signs of an issue during the practice week. The final verdict on his status may not be available until the inactives list is revealed about 90 minutes before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. His role on the offense has been essentially eliminated with Austin Ekeler back from IR and Joshua Kelley slotting in as the No. 2, so his potential absence would mainly hurt the backfield depth.

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Solo reception in loss Pope caught his lone target for two yards in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Bills. He also rushed once and lost one yard.

Impact With the return of Austin Ekeler (hamstring/knee), Pope only played six of the offensive snaps compared to Joshua Kelley's 19 snaps. While it is unclear whether Kelley or Kalen Ballage (ankle) will continue as Ekeler's backup, Pope almost certainly won't factor into the equation.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Bills' Allen shows growth since last start against Chargers

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is fine with being reminded of the last time he faced the Los Angeles Chargers

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two receptions in win Pope rushed three times for four yards and caught both of his targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 34-28 win against the Jets.

Impact After an underwhelming performance against Miami last week, Pope marginally improved his numbers in the air and on the ground during this matchup. The running back also played more offensive snaps (16) than Joshua Kelley (11), but fell far behind Kalen Ballage (55). Pope might completely fall to the wayside if Austin Ekeler (hamstring/knee) returns to the fold as expected next week against the Bills.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Zero snaps Pope was active in Sunday's 29-21 loss to Miami and did not play any of the offensive snaps.

Impact Pope returned after recovering from a neck injury, but he still did not see a single offensive snap. Even with Austin Ekeler (hamstring) and Justin Jackson (knee) placed on IR, and Joshua Kelley's unimpressive performance, Pope was still not used in the Chargers offense. It is clear that the running back will not be a fantasy asset, and managers should focus on utilizing the practice-squad callup Kalen Ballage while he continues to operate as the primary rushing attack.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Sunday Pope (neck) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact Pope carried the ball 10 times for 67 yards and also logged five receptions on seven targets for 28 yards in the Chargers' Week 8 loss to the Broncos, but he subsequently missed last weekend's defeat at the hands of the Raiders. With Austin Ekeler (hamstring/knee) still on IR and Justin Jackson (knee) having joined him in that category, Pope -- now that he's back -- is in line to join a Week 10 backfield that also includes Joshua Kelley and Kalen Ballage, who headed the team's rushing attack in Week 9. In that context, look for a time-share to be in play Sunday, with a hot-hand approach likely to dictate carry distribution.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for Sunday Pope (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Miami.

Impact After busting out for 95 yards from scrimmage Week 8 in Denver, Pope entered the concussion protocol and proceeded to miss the Chargers' Week 9 defeat to the Raiders. He cleared the protocol for head injuries Wednesday, and while a neck injury didn't cap his practice reps at all this week, he enters the weekend with a cloud hanging over his head. Having said that, there's a good chance he plays Sunday due to Justin Jackson (knee) being ruled out, which would give Joshua Kelley, Pope and likely Kalen Ballage opportunity to produce.

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' Bosa out for 2nd straight game due to concussion

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa remains in concussion protocol and has been ruled out for Sunday’s game at the Miami Dolphins

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chargers' Herbert able to deliver while under pressure

Justin Herbert has surprised many people with how quickly he has adjusted to the rigors of being a starting quarterback in the NFL

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Clears concussion protocol Coach Anthony Lynn said Wednesday that Pope has cleared the league's five-step concussion protocol, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Pope should be available for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, but his role is to be determined. Justin Jackson (knee) seems to be trending in the wrong direction, but practice squad back Kalen Ballage filled in admirably last week, generating 84 total yards and a touchdown on 17 touches. Ultimately, it could be a "hot hand" committee among Pope, Ballage and rookie Joshua Kelley, if Jackson indeed sits out.

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Herbert exceeding expectations despite Chargers' 2-6 record

Justin Herbert has exceeded expectations for the Los Angeles Chargers while the rest of the team has been a disappointment

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No catch: Raiders outlast Chargers after replay review

The Las Vegas Raiders were the beneficiaries of another heartbreaking finish for the Los Angeles Chargers

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing Sunday Pope (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's game versus Las Vegas, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact The 27-year-old was listed as doubtful due to the concussion, so he never had much of a chance to play Sunday. Pope still needs to clear the concussion protocol to have a chance of suiting up next week. Kalen Ballage was elevated from the practice squad for backfield depth behind Justin Jackson and Joshua Kelley.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE