The NFL Week 9 injury report for the Buccaneers vs Chiefs game is out, and it’s filled with updates on player statuses. For the Buccaneers, several key players have been ruled out due to injuries. Receiver Mike Evans, nose tackle Greg Gaines, and long snapper Evan Deckers will all be sidelined for the game. In addition, running back Bucky Irving, receivers Jalen McMillan and Sterling Shepard, as well as safeties Tykee Smith and Antoine Winfield Jr., are listed as questionable.
Ben Bredeson, the Buccaneers’ guard, has been limited in practice due to a shoulder injury. Linebacker Lavonte David missed practice initially but was a full participant on Saturday. William Gholston, another defensive player, has been limited in practice due to a knee issue. Bucky Irving and Sterling Shepard were both unable to practice initially but showed limited participation on Saturday. Tykee Smith and Antoine Winfield Jr. have been practicing in full despite their injuries.
On the Chiefs’ side, defensive end Mike Danna will be out of the game due to a pectoral injury. Running back Kareem Hunt, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, corner back Trent McDuffie, defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi, linebacker Drue Tranquill, and wide receiver Mecole Hardman are all expected to play as they have been full participants in practice. However, offensive lineman Ethan Driskell, corner back Nazeeh Johnson, and tight end Jared Wiley will be sidelined due to their respective injuries.
JuJu Smith-Schuster, the Chiefs’ wide receiver, will also miss the game due to a hamstring injury. The team will have to make adjustments to their lineup to compensate for the absence of key players. It will be interesting to see how these injuries impact the game and if the teams can adjust their strategies accordingly.
