Overview

• NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported a possible comeback only if Tampa Bay reaches the postseason and wins at least one playoff game.
• Kancey suffered the injury in the Week 2 win over Houston, had the tear confirmed by MRI, and underwent surgery later in the week.
• Tampa Bay is 2-0 and plans to lean on Greg Gaines and rookie Elijah Roberts to cover snaps on the interior defensive line.
• Head coach Todd Bowles said the team cannot replicate Kancey's impact and emphasized that everybody has to step up.
• A 2023 first-round pick, Kancey posted eight sacks last season and ranked among top interior defenders per Pro Football Focus, as the Bucs also deal with offensive line injuries to Luke Goedeke and Cody Mauch while awaiting Tristan Wirfs' return.