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NFL·INJURY·November 1, 2026 12:16 PM ET

Bucs rule out Emeka Egbuka for divisional clash with Falcons

Brian Robinson Jr. also inactive for Atlanta.

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What happened: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers officially sidelined wide receiver Emeka Egbuka for Sunday's NFC South matchup against the Atlanta Falcons due to a foot injury. Atlanta listed running back Brian Robinson Jr. among its own inactives due to a hamstring issue. Linebacker Divine Deablo and defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. will also sit out for the Falcons defense.

Why it matters: Egbuka's absence shifts targets toward Tez Johnson, Ted Hurst, and Cade Otton in Tampa Bay's passing attack. Atlanta turns to Bijan Robinson for an expanded backfield workload, with Khalil Herbert providing depth. Defensive communication falls to Kendal Daniels with Deablo sidelined.

What to watch: Kickoff between the Falcons and Buccaneers is set for Sunday, Nov. 1 at 1:00 PM ET at Raymond James Stadium.

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