Overview
- The Buccaneers opened defensive tackle Calijah Kancey’s 21-day practice window on Wednesday, making him eligible for activation at any point during that period.
- Kancey, the 19th pick in 2023, has missed 13 games after tearing a pectoral muscle in Week 2 and undergoing surgery.
- He remains on injured reserve while practicing under the window, and the team has not announced an activation decision.
- Tampa Bay has lost six of seven to fall to 7-8 but can clinch the NFC South by beating the Dolphins on Sunday and the Panthers in Week 18.
- A potential return would boost a lagging pass rush; the Bucs rank 16th in sacks, and replacements Logan Hall, Elijah Roberts and Greg Gaines have combined for 4.5, after Kancey led the team with 7.5 in 2024.