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Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield seems pretty happy to have running back Bucky Irving back, especially after his 13-yard touchdown run in the third quarter Sunday against the Cardinals.
Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and a world of possibilities for the Bucs
Godwin is gaining that familiar swagger, Irving makes the offense more dynamic, and the Bucs maintain their slim NFC South lead.
Gather ’round for the tale of how Tristan Wirfs found the end zone
Center Graham Barton lifts Tristan Wirfs to celebrate the left tackle's first NFL touchdown on a 2-yard pass against the Cardinals in Tampa Bay's 20-17 victory on Sunday.
Offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard and the Bucs’ All-Pro left tackle team up for a memorable sleight of hand against Arizona.
It wasn’t pretty, but signs of life as Bucs end 3-game skid
Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea, right, sacks Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett during the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.
2-minute drill | The defense makes the stops when needed, including on the Cardinals’ final drive.
Simeon Rice takes his place in the Bucs’ Ring of Honor
Simeon Rice waves to the crowd after he is inducted into the Ring of Honor and gives a speech during the halftime ceremony at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.
Rice was a key part of Tampa Bay’s Super Bowl 37 team that was loaded on defense. “To be honored like this ... it’s amazing.”

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  1. Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and a world of possibilities for the Bucs
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield seems pretty happy to have running back Bucky Irving back, especially after his 13-yard touchdown run in the third quarter Sunday against the Cardinals.
  2. Gather ’round for the tale of how Tristan Wirfs found the end zone
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    Center Graham Barton lifts Tristan Wirfs to celebrate the left tackle's first NFL touchdown on a 2-yard pass against the Cardinals in Tampa Bay's 20-17 victory on Sunday.
  3. It wasn’t pretty, but signs of life as Bucs end 3-game skid
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    Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea, right, sacks Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett during the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.
  5. Simeon Rice takes his place in the Bucs’ Ring of Honor
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    Simeon Rice waves to the crowd after he is inducted into the Ring of Honor and gives a speech during the halftime ceremony at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.
  6. Simeon Rice joins Ring, charitable cleats and more from Bucs-Cardinals
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    Bucs linebacker Anthony Nelson celebrates after he tackles Cardinals running back Bam Knight and forces a turnover on downs during the fourth quarter.
  7. Waiting for help, hope hasn’t been a good game plan for Bucs
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    Quarterback Baker Mayfield is not one to sit back and wait for plays to happen ... or for guys to get healthy before expecting victories. “Let’s not wait for some of these guys that have had a ton of reps to come back; you can do it, too,” Mayfield says of his message to the offense.
  8. Don’t expect Bucky Irving to be a Bucs workhorse right away
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    Bucs running back Bucky Irving hasn't played since Week 4 against the Eagles. Expect the team to ease him back in Sunday versus the Cardinals.
  9. Bucs expect Baker Mayfield to start Sunday against Cardinals
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield, shown last Sunday against the Rams, "looked good" in practice Friday and is ”trending” toward starting Sunday against the Cardinals, coach Todd Bowles said.
  10. Baker Mayfield returns to practice, aims to play Sunday vs. Cardinals
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield is in pain management mode this week after spraining the AC joint in his left shoulder last Sunday against the Rams.
  11. Bucs’ Bucky Irving says faith, teammates helped him cope with injuries
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    Bucs running back Bucky Irving watches his teammates warm up ahead of a game against the New England Patriots Nov. 9 in Tampa. Irving has missed the past seven games with foot and shoulder injuries.
  12. Bucs’ Baker Mayfield will start vs. Cardinals if he can tolerate pain
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    Whether or not Baker Mayfield will start Sunday against the Cardinals ultimately will come down to how much pain the quarterback can tolerate with a sprained AC joint in his left, non-throwing shoulder.
  13. Here’s what to watch in sports during Thanksgiving week
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    Running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) and the Detroit Lions play the Green Bay Packers Thursday in their annual Thanksgiving Day game.
  14. Bucs offensive line hands out Thanksgiving meals to families
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    Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Lorenz Metz helps deliver a Thanksgiving pie to a family during the annual Turkey Time with the O-Line Tuesday in Tampa.
  15. The one thing the Bucs have always counted on has vanished
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    Is there a more worrisome sight in Tampa Bay than Baker Mayfield down on the field? The Bucs are already struggling with the passing game, and the problems will be much worse if Mayfield's sore left shoulder keeps him on the sidelines.
  16. Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield has AC joint sprain in left shoulder
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield, right, in a sling, is greeted by Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford after Sunday night's game in Inglewood, California. Los Angeles won 34-7.
  17. Bucs’ Baker Mayfield sprains left shoulder in nightmare loss to Rams
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield drops to one knee after aggravating a left shoulder injury on the final play of the first half of Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif.
  18. Bucs get crushed and Baker Mayfield gets hurt. So how was your Sunday?
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    Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) reacts after a tackle by Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse (8) during the first half of Sunday's game in Inglewood, Calif.
  19. Baker Mayfield leaves Rams game at halftime with shoulder injury
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    Head coach Todd Bowles, left, is among the concerned parties on the Bucs sideline after quarterback Baker Mayfield injures his left shoulder during Sunday's game against the Rams in Inglewood, Calif.
  20. Big pass plays are killing the Bucs defense. Can this rookie help?
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    Bucs cornerback Jacob Parrish (25) is tackled by Bills receiver Curtis Samuel (1) after intercepting a Josh Allen pass during last Sunday's game in Orchard Park, N.Y. It was Parrish's first career interception.
  21. Baker Mayfield rediscovered the fun of football during 2022 Rams win
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    Then-Los Angeles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield, right, celebrates with head coach Sean McVay following a 17-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Dec. 8, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif.
  22. Chris Godwin expected to return to Bucs lineup Sunday night vs. Rams
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    Bucs wide receiver Chris Godwin certainly makes the offense more dynamic, and having him back this weekend with Mike Evans, among others, still out would be beneficial.
  23. Bucs running back Bucky Irving’s struggles were more than physical
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    Bucs running back Bucky Irving has missed six games this season. Injuries and being away from his team for the first time in his career have taken a toll.
  24. Sean Tucker has proven he ‘deserves more carries.’ Bucs finally agree
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    Bucs running back Sean Tucker, left, celebrates with quarterback Baker Mayfield after scoring one of his two second-half touchdowns against the Bills. “I always feel like an asset,” he says.
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