Each week during the regular season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' communications department publishes a "Game Release" to aid the media in coverage of their upcoming game. Within that release are a number of documents regarding the player roster, including a depth chart, which lists the pecking order at every position on offense, defense and special teams.
Each game week, we will be taking a closer look at that depth chart, pointing out any changes or relevant notes from the previous game. Let's start on offense. Rookies are marked with an asterisk. Players we will be discussing in depth are highlighted in bold text.
OFFENSE
WR: Mike Evans, Trey Palmer
WR: Sterling Shepard, Ryan Miller
LT: Tristan Wirfs, Justin Skule
LG: Ben Bredeson, Royce Newman
C: Graham Barton *, Robert Hainsey
RG: Cody Mauch, Elijah Klein *
RT: Luke Goedeke
WR: Jalen McMillan *, Rakim Jarrett, Kameron Johnson *
TE: Cade Otton, Payne Durham, Ko Kieft, Devin Culp *
QB: Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask
RB: Rachaad White, Bucky Irving *, Sean Tucker
(On the practice squad: WR Marquez Callaway, OL Luke Haggard, WR Dennis Houston, WR Tanner Knue, OL Lorenz Metz, T Raiqwon O'Neal, QB Michael Pratt, TE Tanner Taula, RB D.J. Williams)
The Buccaneers started their Week 17 game against Carolina in "21" personnel, with both Rachaad White and Bucky Irving in the backfield. That marked the first time that Irving had started a game in which White also played. Irving's only other start this season came at New Orleans in Week Six when White was out due to injury. Against the Panthers, logged 42 offensive snaps to 28 for White and led the team with a career-high 190 yards from scrimmage. White had 30 yards on six carries and one four-yard catch. Running back Sean Tucker also got 15 snaps and turned them into eight carries for 39 yards and one five-yard reception.
Quarterback Kyle Trask saw action for the fourth time this season but did not throw a pass. With the Bucs up 48-14 late in the fourth quarter, Trask took over for Baker Mayfield on the last drive and executed eight handoffs before kneeling three times to kill the clock.
With Cade Otton sidelined for a second straight game due to a knee injury, Payne Durham once again took on the lead role at tight end, playing 59 of a possible 77 snaps and catching two passes for 36 yards and his first career touchdown. Rookie tight end Devin Culp saw his most activity of the season, drawing 20 offensive snaps and recording three receptions for 52 yards, the first catches of his career.
Rookie wide receiver Kameron Johnson, just off of injured reserve, played for the first time since Week Five and was on the field for seven snaps, one of which involved him taking an end-around for 11 yards. Fellow rookie wideout Jalen McMillan continued to become more and more involved in the offense, in this case seeing the most snaps (53) of any of the team's receivers and scoring two touchdowns to give him six in the last four games.
DEFENSE
DL: Calijah Kancey, C.J. Brewer
NT: Vita Vea, Greg Gaines
DL: Logan Hall, William Gholston
OLB: Yaya Diaby, Chris Braswell *, Shaquil Barrett
ILB: K.J. Britt, J.J. Russell
ILB: Lavonte David
OLB: Anthony Nelson, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Jose Ramirez
CB: Jamel Dean, Josh Hayes
CB: Zyon McCollum, Tyrek Funderburk *
S: Antoine Winfield Jr., Mike Edwards, Tavierre Thomas
S: Jordan Whitehead, Tykee Smith *, Kaevon Merriweather
(On the practice squad: S Marcus Banks, CB Dallis Flowers, DL Mike Greene, OLB Daniel Grzesiak, LB Deion Jones, S Ryan Neal, S Rashad Wisdom)
Safety Jordan Whitehead came back from injured reserve the day before Sunday's game against the Panthers and not only immediately stepped back into a starting role but also played every defensive snap. He had three tackles in the game. Kaevon Merriweather started at the other safety spot but logged just 11 defensive snaps while Mike Edwards had 41. With Christian Izien now on injured reserve and the Panthers playing much of the game in "11" personnel, rookie Tykee Smith was in for most of the game as the slot corner. Smith played 41 of the Bucs' 47 defensive snaps and had three tackles, one for a loss.
K.J. Britt returned to action after missing three games due to an ankle injury, but second-year man J.J. Russell continued to start at linebacker next to Lavonte David. Russell finished with 28 defensive plays to 17 for Britt. Veteran linebacker Deion Jones, who had been elevated from the practice squad to make his Buccaneers debut on Sunday, saw action only on special teams.
After playing nearly every defensive snap in Week 16 at Dallas, defensive lineman Calijah Kancey got a bit more of a break against the Panthers, logging 29 of a possible 47 snaps. He still had one of the Buccaneers' five sacks in the game, increasing his team-leading total to 7.5. Anthony Nelson played the most snaps of the team's outside linebackers, with 31, and also had one of those five sacks.
View the top images of Tampa Bay's Week 17 game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, December 29th, 2024 at Raymond James Stadium.
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Kyle Trask #2 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebackers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 and Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50, Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94, and Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates with teammates during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94, Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98, and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 and Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers returns a blocked punt for a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers returns a blocked punt for a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown after a blocked punt during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Wide Receiver Trey Palmer #10 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers score a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Chris Braswell #43 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman C.J. Brewer #95 and Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Offensive Lineman Robert Hainsey #70, Center Graham Barton #62, and Tackle Raiqwon O'Neal #75 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his daughter before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Ben Bredeson #68 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Justin Skule #77 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Kicker Chase McLaughlin #4, Punter Jack Browning #5, and Long Snapper Evan Deckers #86 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a fan before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67, Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67, Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Kicker Chase McLaughlin #4 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers makes a field goal during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Linebacker Deion Jones #45 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 and Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football is presented with their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football is presented with their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football celebrates their State Championship at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scores a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Sean Tucker #44 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers throws his towel to fans after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and General Manager Jason Licht after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Back Josh Hayes #32 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Jordan Whitehead #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67 and Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Kameron Johnson #19 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Buc Beat Line watches the duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Chris Braswell #43 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - General Manager Jason Licht with his sister and mom before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - General Manager Jason Licht with his mom before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' daughter before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with his wife and son before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Emily Mayfield before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Captain of the Krewe Mayor Jane Castor during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Fans during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football team receives their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football team receives their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
SPECIALISTS
P: Jack Browning *
PK: Chase McLaughlin
KO: Jack Browning *
H: Jack Browning *
LS: Evan Deckers
PR: Trey Palmer, Jalen McMillan *, Kameron Johnson *
KR: Rakim Jarrett, Bucky Irving *, Kameron Johnson *
KR: Sean Tucker, Trey Palmer
Rookie Jack Browning handled the Bucs' punting duties for the fourth game in a row, but this was the first time he was on the active roster after being elevated from the practice squad each of the previous three weeks. He was only called upon to punt once but hit a high 52-yarder that was fair caught for a 52-yard net.
Outside linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka only played five snaps on special teams but one was a big one, as he blocked a third-quarter punt attempt by Johnny Hekker, the Bucs' first blocked punt in four seasons. Russell, who played 15 special teams snaps, picked up the loose ball and returned it 23 yards to the house, scoring the Bucs' first blocked punt return for a touchdown in 12 years.
Tight end Ko Kieft, who also played 20 snaps on offense, was the team's most active special teams player. He was on the field for 26 of the Bucs' snaps in the kick-and-coverage game. As noted above, Jones made his debut for the Bucs with nine special teams snaps and had the team's only kick-coverage tackle in the game.
The Buccaneers also added Johnson to their depth chart as a possibility at both punt and kickoff return.
