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NFL·INJURY·October 31, 2026 10:08 AM ET

Bucs rule out WR Emeka Egbuka for Week 8 clash with Falcons

Rookie cleared concussion protocol but misses second game.

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What happened: Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka is officially out for Sunday's matchup with the Atlanta Falcons after sitting out Friday's practice with a foot injury. While Egbuka cleared concussion protocol during the week, the foot issue sidelines him for a second consecutive contest. Offensive tackle Luke Goedeke and running back Kenny Gainwell are both listed as questionable for Tampa Bay.

Why it matters: The 2-5 Buccaneers enter the NFC South divisional clash trailing the 3-4 Falcons in the conference standings after snapping a skid with a 43-13 win over Carolina. With Egbuka sidelined, Baker Mayfield will rely on secondary targets against an Atlanta defense managing multiple injuries.

By the numbers: Tampa Bay stands at 2-5 and 12th in the NFC, one game behind Atlanta (3-4, 9th in NFC). The Buccaneers scored 43 points in their Week 7 win over Carolina, while Atlanta enters following a 29-20 victory against San Francisco.

What to watch: Both teams will announce their final active rosters 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff at Raymond James Stadium.

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