THE Tampa Bay Buccaneers are preparing to win back-to-back games for the first time since Weeks 1 and 2 of the year. Those wins came against the Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions, so the team showed it can deliver in 2024.
Being healthy plays a role in the team’s success, although it has also proven to be one of the biggest issues facing the Bucs team in 2024.
Heading into Week 13, the Bucs are already facing the exclusion of some players. Other crucial players remain on the report, but hope remains for them to play against the Panthers. Here are the details from the Bucs’ final injury report ahead of Sunday.
Tykee Smith, defensive back
September 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Tykee Smith (23) against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
Injury: Knee
Status: Out
Markees Watts, linebacker
November 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, United States; A general view of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ helmets against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Injury: Knee
Status: Out
Jordan Whitehead, safety
November 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States; New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) is tackled by Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead (3) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Injury: Pectoral
Status: Out
Joe Tyron-Shoyinka, linebacker
December 3, 2023; Tampa, Florida, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) rushes against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports
Injury: Knee
Status: Doubtful
Troy Hill, defensive back
TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 25: Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Cameron Brate #84 cuts between Los Angeles Rams defenders Troy Hill #32 (L) and Mark Barron #26 for a touchdown during the second quarter of their game Football Stadium at Raymond James Stadium on September 25, 2016 in Tampa, Florida. The Rams beat the Bucs 37-32. (Photo by Mark Wallheiser/Getty Images)
Injury: Knee/Foot
Status: Questionable
Anthony Nelson, linebacker
January 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Anthony Nelson (98) tackles Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) for a safety during the second half of a 2024 NFC wild card game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports
Injury: Staff
Status: Questionable
Tristan Wirfs, offensive tackle
September 22, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (78) blocks against the Denver Broncos during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
Injury: Knee/Foot
Status: Questionable
Mike Evans
November 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) returns after a call during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Injury: Hamstrings/Rest
Status: N / A
William Gholston, defensive lineman
November 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) gets pressured by Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end William Gholston (92) in the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
