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Buccaneers Activate Calijah Kancey for Week 18 vs. Panthers

The defensive tackle’s return follows an IR stint for a torn pectoral to bolster a lagging pass rush.

Overview

  • Tampa Bay officially activated Kancey off injured reserve, making him available for Saturday’s game against Carolina.
  • Corresponding moves included waiving rookie linebacker John Bullock and elevating veteran edge rusher Jason Pierre-Paul.
  • The Buccaneers must beat the Panthers and need the Falcons to lose to the Saints to secure their postseason path.
  • Kancey tore his pectoral in Week 2 against the Texans after early reports indicated the injury would end his season.
  • His activation came after a 21-day practice window opened on December 24; he led the team with 7.5 sacks in 2024 despite missed time.