Overview
- Pierre-Paul signed to Tampa Bay's practice squad after a Monday workout, according to his agents via NFL Network.
- The 36-year-old edge rusher last saw NFL action in 2023, appearing in three games for the Saints and Dolphins.
- He returns to the organization he played for from 2018 to 2021, when he earned a Pro Bowl nod in 2020 and won a Super Bowl.
- A practice-squad signing lets the Buccaneers assess his readiness now and elevate him to the active roster if they choose.
- The move comes with Tampa Bay at 7-6 following a 1-4 stretch since its Week 9 bye, allowing 29.4 points per game in that span.