Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NFC South | 7-7-0
Avg PTS
23.36
Rank: 17th
Avg Yds
331.86
Rank: 20th
Avg PYds
218.64
Rank: 19th
Avg RYds
113.21
Rank: 19th
Posted 12/12/2025 7:49 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan (neck) caught two passes for 38 yards in Week 15 against the Atlanta Falcons.
Huddle Up: A neck injury cost McMillan the first 13 games of the season, so it was good just to see him back on the field. While he made the most of his limited opportunities, it's difficult to think he'll progress to the point that he's producing fantasy-relevant numbers while sharing the field with Mike Evans, Emeka Egbuka, and Chris Godwin. McMillan is only of interest in the deepest of leagues.
Posted 12/12/2025 7:37 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin had four catches, 20 yards, and a touchdown in a Week 15 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
Huddle Up: With all four top wideouts available on Thursday night, Godwin wound up doing his work underneath, finishing with just 20 yards (his second-lowest showing in six games this season). The veteran did score his first touchdown since Oct. 13, 2024, which was encouraging. Still, with Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka both around, Godwin feels like the potential odd-man out. He can be carried as a WR5 type, at least in deeper leagues, but trusting him in your active lineup would be a questionable move.
Posted 12/12/2025 7:27 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka had four receptions (on seven targets) for 64 yards versus the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15.
Huddle Up: The returns of Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan meant more competition for targets on Thursday night, but it didn't seem to impact Egbuka, who finished second to Evans in targets and finished with his highest yardage output since Week 10. That was the last time he performed like a WR1, though, as the rookie hasn't scored since with tonight being his first effort of over 50 yards. With so many options for Baker Mayfield down the stretch, Egbuka looks like a risky WR3 that's had way more misses than hits ever since setting the NFL on fire over his first five games.
Posted 12/12/2025 7:15 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans (collarbone) had six receptions for 132 yards against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. He was targeted a dozen times.
Huddle Up: Back in action for the first time since suffering a collarbone injury in Week 7, Evans stepped right back in as Baker Mayfield's go-to guy. The Bucs matched him against Cobee Bryant repeatedly to great effect, and though Evans got dinged up a couple of times on some big hits, he was was able to return. After his performance Thursday night, any concerns about getting him back in your lineup should be assuaged. He's playable as a WR2/WR3 versus Carolina next Sunday.
Posted 12/12/2025 7:01 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Sean Tucker had four carries for seven yards and a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15.
Huddle Up: Make it back-to-back weeks with a touchdown for Tucker, who is splitting time with Rachaad White behind Bucky Irving in Tampa's backfield. It was enough of a mess when it was just Irving and White, but adding Tucker has muddied the waters even further. While his role as short-yardage/goal-line back gives him some upside from your flex spot, the sample size is still so small with all three backs available that you'd be taking a major risk using Tucker at this time of year.
Posted 12/12/2025 6:43 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Rachaad White had one carry for 20 yards versus the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. He added a six-yard catch on his lone target.
Huddle Up: White logged a season-low two touches on Thursday night. As it happened, his previous low of three came against these same Falcons back in Week 1. Everyone knew his role would shrink with Bucky Irving back in the fold, but with the team now getting Sean Tucker involved as well, White is becoming an unreliable option for fantasy owners. Granted, he's just one game removed from a respectable 55-yard effort. Even with that, however, White hasn't scored since Week 6, and with such spotty usage, you're talking about significant risk for middling-at-best rewards.
Posted 12/12/2025 6:27 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving had 16 carries for 60 yards against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. He added one catch (on three targets) for 11 yards.
Huddle Up: While Irving got the majority of the action, totaling 17 touches to six combined for Rachaad White and Sean Tucker, it was Tucker that got the goal-line work, punching it in from one yard out. While the rushing totals were on brand with what Irving has done throughout 2025, his lack of involvement in the pass game was unfortunate. Perhaps it was the result of Baker Mayfield trying to get Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan involved as both returned from lengthy absences. Whatever the case, Irving currently looks like more of an RB2 after entering the season as a potential top-10 option.
Posted 12/12/2025 6:13 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield completed 19 of his 34 pass attempts for 277 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. Mayfield, who was sacked five times, ran just once for one yard.
Huddle Up: With Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan back from injury, the Bucs' passing attack looked much improved with Mayfield posting his highest passing yards in a game since Week 5, and his first multi-touchdown effort since Week 10. It's not enough to get him back into safe QB1 territory yet, but his Week 16 matchup is an interesting one. Mayfield has been critical of his time with the Panthers, and the last time he faced them, the former No. 1 overall pick exacted some revenge to the tune of 359 yards and 5 TDs.
Posted 12/11/2025 11:55 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (knee) has been declared inactive for the Week 15 game.
Huddle Up: Payne Durham and Devin Culp will likely share playing time during the game, but neither player should be a fantasy option.
Posted 12/10/2025 8:18 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan (neck) was activated from the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Huddle Up: McMillan has not played since the preseason, so it is not known how he will be used when he returns to the lineup. He may see a few targets if he is active for Week 15, but fantasy players may want to wait a week or two before considering him for their lineups.
Posted 12/10/2025 8:11 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans (collarbone) was activated off injured reserve on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Huddle Up: Evans will compete with three other wide receivers for targets, which may limit his output. Fantasy players can avoid him in Week 15 till his role is established.
Posted 12/10/2025 8:01 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10, and is not on the injury report for Week 15.
Huddle Up: Mayfield may have some of his receivers return to the lineup this week, which could help his production in the passing game. He can be a starting option in two-quarterback leagues but can probably be avoided in most standard leagues.
Posted 12/10/2025 7:58 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (shoulder) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10, and is not on the injury report for Week 15.
Huddle Up: Irving has been a big part of the offense since returning from his injuries and should see a good amount of touches again this week. He will be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/10/2025 7:57 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 10, but is listed as doubtful for Week 15.
Huddle Up: It seems like the Bucs want to give Otton additional time to recover from his injury, so he will likely sit out Week 15. Bo Kieft and Payne Durham could see more playing time with Otton unavailable, but neither player should be considered a starting fantasy option.
Posted 12/10/2025 7:45 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin (fibula) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 10, but is not on the injury report for Week 15.
Huddle Up: Godwin has been productive since returning to the lineup a few weeks ago. He will likely see a handful of targets this week against the Atlanta Falcons and can be a No. 3 receiver or flex option in leagues.
Posted 12/08/2025 10:53 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) fully participated in practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Mayfield has been held to under 200 passing yards in each of the last four games and has four touchdowns and four interceptions during that span. He may have a few pass catchers returning to the lineup soon but may only be a starting option in two-quarterback leagues.
Posted 12/08/2025 10:36 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (shoulder) fully participated in practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Irving has played well in the two games since returning from injury and has a rushing touchdown and a receiving touchdown in those games. He has received at least 15 carries in the last two games and should see a similar workload in Week 15. He will be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/08/2025 10:31 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan (neck) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: McMillan has a chance to return to the lineup, but fantasy players will know more about his status in a few days. He has missed the entire season because of the injury, so he may not receive a normal workload if he plays. Players may want to see how he is used in a game before considering him for their lineups.
Posted 12/08/2025 10:27 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin (fibula) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Godwin has been a solid option in the passing game since returning from injury and has posted 133 yards in the last two games. He should see a handful of targets again this week and can be a No. 3 receiver or flex option.
Posted 12/08/2025 10:16 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans (collarbone) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Head coach Todd Bowles said Evans has a chance to play in Week 15, so fantasy players will need to see if he will be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the game. He may not see his normal workload right away since he has missed extended time but can be at least a flex option when he returns.
Posted 12/08/2025 9:56 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 8. The Buccaneers only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players can monitor the situation to see if Otton is in danger of missing the Week 15 game. He has been held to under 30 yards in each of the last four games but has posted solid numbers earlier in the season. He can be considered a No. 2 tight end in leagues.
Posted 12/08/2025 7:18 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan (neck) has a chance to be available for the Week 15 game, according to head coach Todd Bowles.
Huddle Up: McMillan returned to practice last week and has been a limited participant during practice. Fantasy players can monitor the situation to see if he will be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the game. He may be eased back into the offense since he has missed the entire season and may not be a starting fantasy option in his first game back.
Posted 12/08/2025 2:25 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Tez Johnson was not targeted in a 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 14.
Huddle Up: Johnson was coming off a one-catch outing in Week 13, yet he managed to be less involved against the Saints. Johnson has flashed big-play potential at times, but between the return of Chris Godwin and the recent struggles of Tampa Bay's passing attack, he is impossible to trust as a fantasy option.
Posted 12/08/2025 2:15 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Sterling Shepard caught his only target for five yards in a 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 14.
Huddle Up: In three games since Chris Godwin has returned to action, Shepard has a total of five catches for 22 yards. Throw in the fact that the Tampa Bay passing attack has been struggling in general in recent weeks, and Shepard doesn't have any fantasy value right now.
Posted 12/08/2025 2:11 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cade Otton caught three of his four targets for 19 yards in a 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 14.
Huddle Up: Otton has now been held under 30 receiving yards in four straight games, and with Chris Godwin back in the mix, Otton's role in the offense seems to have been drastically reduced. Without an injury to Godwin or Emeka Egbuka, Otton doesn't need to be starting in fantasy leagues.
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