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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be without several key players for their upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers, including All-Pro safety Antoine Winfield Jr., tight end Cade Otton, and wide receiver Sterling Shepard. Winfield is missing his third consecutive game due to a knee sprain, while Otton and Shepard are sidelined with knee and hamstring/foot injuries, respectively. The Buccaneers are also dealing with other injuries in their secondary, which could impact their playoff chances as they aim to secure a win against the Panthers.
- The Buccaneers are facing significant injury challenges as they head into a crucial game.
- The absence of key players could impact the team's performance and playoff aspirations.
Cade Otton | TE
Injury
Week 17
- Otton is sidelined with a knee injury and has not practiced since Week 15.
- He missed the last game against the Cowboys.
Sterling Shepard | WR
Injury
Week 17
- Shepard is out due to hamstring and foot injuries sustained against the Cowboys.
- He has been filling in for Chris Godwin, who is also injured.
Ryan Miller | WR
Pickup
Week 17
- Miller is expected to take on a heavier workload in Shepard's absence.
- He scored a touchdown in the last game against the Cowboys.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers are struggling with injuries, particularly in their secondary and receiving corps.
- They need to win their remaining games to improve their playoff chances.