Charles Sims Fantasy Stats

Despite his recent exit from the Buccaneers, running back Charles Sims could return to the team in the coming weeks. The former 2014 third-round pick was waived by the Buccaneers Thursday and will be eligible to return three games after the number of games he was paid for. While this scenario may be unlikely, it leaves the door open for a reunion between the two if it so suits them. Tampa Bay may be in need of a third-down back come mid-season if Jacquizz Rodgers loses a step or Ronald Joens II cannot fulfill the role.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released running back Charles Sims (knee) with an injury settlement on Thursday. Sims was ruled out for the season when he was placed on Injured Reserve last week. Peyton Barber will enter the year as the team's lead back and is the one to own for fantasy owners, although promising rookie Ronald Jones II will be more involved as the season wears on and has the highest ceiling in this backfield. Jacquizz Rodgers is an option to mix in on third downs.

Buccaneers running back Charles Sims (knee) is out for the season. Sims was placed on injured reserve Thursday after suffering a knee injury deemed minor after the Bucs' second preseason game. With Sims down, the third-down role will need to be filled by either Jacquizz Rodgers or Peyton Barber. The upper-hand likely goes to Barber as of now due to his strong showing this preseason. Rookie tailback Ronald Jones II could still vie for a major role in the running back committee, however, he is going to have to show a lot more in the coming weeks. Jones II has been mostly unimpressive with the ball in his hands and has been usurped by Barber for the starting role.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Charles Sims (knee) injured his knee in Saturday's preseason game against the Titans but is reportedly OK. Sims' injury is not considered serious and his availability for week 1 of the regular season is not in doubt. The veteran back is in-line for a pass-catching role once again but has more competition for touches with the emergence of Peyton Barber and rookie Ronald Jones II in town.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Charles Sims (knee) injured his knee in the preseason game on Saturday and will not return to the contest. Sims injured his knee on the opening kickoff against the Titans. The severity of the injury isn't known, but it isn't good for Sims. The former third-round pick is battling for a third-down role this year with Jacquizz Rodgers and Shaun Wilson. Peyton Barber and rookie Ronald Jones II are expected to share touches on early downs.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are re-signing running back Charles Sims to a one-year deal Thursday. Sims ran just 21 times for 95 yards and no touchdowns in 2017, but he also added 35 receptions for 249 yards and a score. He's merely running back depth behind Jacquizz Rodgers and Peyton Barber in Tampa, and the team is fully expected to invest in the position in this weekend's draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Charles Sims had the lone offensive touchdown during Sunday's game versus the Jets. The Bucs offense was very slow all day long and only had nine points coming into the fourth quarter. Sims is generally the third down back, who ended the day with three catches for 10 yards and the one touchdown. It sealed the win for the Bucs' who were in desperate need of a win, and without starting quarterback Jameis Winston. Coming into this game, Sims had no touchdowns on the season, and only 117 receiving yards. He will continue to be a change of pace back moving forward.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a busy situation regarding their backfield. Doug Martin is suspended for the first three games of the year, which has left playing time open in his absence. Jacquizz Rodgers is set to be the starter for the first three weeks, but the backup role and the third-down spot are open. Charles Sims has been with the Bucs for all three of his NFL seasons, and has proven to be a serviceable third down back. According to Greg Auman, TB Times, he is expecting Sims' role to be much of the same this season. Expect more news about the Bucs' backfield to continue, as long as Doug Martin is suspended.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Charles Sims (shoulder) was cleared to practice Monday and is taking part in organized team activities Tuesday. Sims is coming off shoulder surgery but should be just fine for the start of the season. With presumed starter Doug Martin suspended for the first three games, Sims will share touches with Jacquizz Rodgers in the backfield.

Buccaneers running back Charles Sims was placed on the Injured Reserve with what's being called a pectoral injury, though the IR move is merely procedural with only a week left in the regular season. As of now, head coach Dirk Koetter hasn't made a definitive statement on whether the injury will require surgery or not. After injuries made him a non-factor in his rookie season of 2014, he posted a combined 1,090 total yards in a stellar sophomore season that saw him really shine as a pass-catching option for the Bucs. Unfortunately, his third season reverted back to his injury mired ways, as he only appeared in seven games thanks to a knee injury prior to this pec injury. Hopefully he'll be able to have a healthy offseason and come back sharp in 2017.