Buccaneers Face Lions Without Key Starters Due to Injuries
Tampa Bay will be missing at least three starters, with up to six players potentially sidelined for Sunday's game against Detroit.
- All-Pro safety Antoine Winfield Jr., defensive tackle Calijah Kancey, and right tackle Luke Goedeke have been ruled out.
- Cornerback Zyon McCollum and defensive end Logan Hall are questionable, with McCollum needing to clear concussion protocol by Saturday.
- Backup cornerback Josh Hayes and nickelback Tykee Smith are also out, with Smith missing practice due to illness.
- Coach Todd Bowles emphasized the opportunity for younger players to gain experience, with Christian Izien and Justin Skule expected to start.
- The Lions will also be without key players, including safety Ifeatu Melifonwu and wide receiver Isaiah Williams, with several others listed as questionable.