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The Bucs are heading into the last game of the regular season and will be without some crucial defensive players. Starting cornerback Jamel Dean has been declared out for Saturday’s matchup against the Panthers, along with backup outside linebacker Anthony Nelson.
Dean has been the standout cornerback for Tampa Bay this year, but a persistent shoulder injury will prevent him from playing. This leaves Benjamin Morrison on one side, with either Jacob Parrish or Kindle Vildor stepping up on the opposite side. Nelson, dealing with a knee issue, will miss his second consecutive game. Typically the primary backup at edge rusher, his absence means more playing time for Jason Pierre-Paul and Chris Braswell during breaks.
Bucs CB Jamel Dean and OLB Yaya Diaby – Photo by: USA Today
A significant concern for Saturday’s game is the potential return of defensive tackle Calijah Kancey. He hasn’t played since Week 2 but is listed as questionable for this game. Given that this could be the last game of the season for the Bucs, it’s a crucial moment. Todd Bowles has indicated he may be fit to play, depending on circumstances.
“He can definitely play — he’s in the mix,” Bowles said regarding Kancey. “We’ll need to make some adjustments if he does, so there will be some challenges, but he’s had a solid week. These last two weeks have been productive for him. If he plays, it will be on a snap count.”
Bucs DTs Vita Vea and Calijah Kancey – Photo by: Jeffrey Jones/PR
In positive news, left tackle Tristan Wirfs was not listed with any injury concerns on Thursday, meaning he is set to play. Wirfs missed last week’s game but is back in action for the season’s finale.
Here’s the complete injury report for the Bucs and Panthers ahead of their crucial matchup.
Bucs Thursday Injury Report
Jamel Dean – Shoulder – Did Not Participate – Out
Anthony Nelson – Knee – Did Not Participate – Out
Calijah Kancey (IR) – Pectoral – Full Participation – Questionable
Luke Goedeke – Ankle – Limited Participation
Baker Mayfield – Right Shoulder/Knee – Full Participation
Benjamin Morrison – Hamstring – Full Participation
Tristan Wirfs – Toe – Limited Participation
Devin Culp – Knee – Full Participation
Bucs TE Devin Culp – Photo by: Cliff Welch/PR
Panthers Thursday Injury Report
Claudin Cherelus – Calf/Ankle – Did Not Participate – Out
Robert Rochell – Concussion – Limited Participation – Out
Krys Barnes – Back – Full Participation – Questionable
Rob Hunt (IR) – Biceps – Limited Participation – Questionable
David Moore (IR) – Elbow – Limited Participation – Questionable
Turk Wharton – Hamstring – Full Participation – Questionable
Rico Dowdle – Toe – Full Participation
