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Bucs Star Winfield Jr. Injured vs. Packers
5 Oct
Summary
- Star safety Antoine Winfield Jr. sustained an abdomen/rib injury.
- Winfield Jr. exited the game Sunday and did not return.
- His absence is a blow to a defense already missing players.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced further injury concerns following their 17-14 loss to the Green Bay Packers this past Sunday. Star safety Antoine Winfield Jr. sustained an abdomen/rib injury during the game and was unable to finish. He was seen leaving the field holding his side, marking another significant blow to the Buccaneers' defense.
Winfield Jr.'s injury comes as the team is already dealing with other players sidelined. SirVocea Dennis also suffered an ankle injury during the same game. The Buccaneers had entered the matchup without Rueben Bain Jr., Benjamin Morrison, and Ko Kieft, highlighting a growing list of absences impacting the roster.
The severity of Winfield Jr.'s injury and his potential return timeline remain unclear. Head coach Todd Bowles did not offer specific details postgame. With a short week ahead as Tampa Bay prepares to play Dallas on Thursday night, updates on his availability are anticipated once the team releases its official injury reports. Winfield Jr. had recorded six tackles and a forced fumble before exiting Sunday's contest.
