Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) is officially active for Week 13 against the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable after logging three limited practices in a row. Wirfs returns from a one-game absence and will be tasked with protecting Baker Mayfield's blindside in this divisional battle on Sunday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) is currently listed as questionable ahead of the Week 13 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Wirfs sat out of last week's win over the New York Giants. He continues to be limited in practice which gives him a questionable tag ahead of Sunday's game. Wirfs is an All-Pro tackle and is extremely important to this offensive unit. His presence is important for both the run game and for the protection of quarterback Baker Mayfield. His absence would likely mean Justin Skule gets the start at left tackle given he's listed as the second string on the depth chart.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) was a limited participant during practice on Thursday. This was the second day in a row that Wirfs practiced in a limited capacity. The talented lineman was sidelined for Week 12, but it appears he has a chance to play this upcoming Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Wirfs' return would be great news for Baker Mayfield, the Buccaneers' running backs, and their offense as a whole. If Wirfs ultimately can't suit up, Justin Skule would be in line to start at left tackle, protecting Mayfield's blindside.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the New York Giants. Wirfs had previously been listed as questionable after logging three consecutive limited practices. He played nearly every snap through the first nine weeks of the season before exiting early in Week 10. Even with extra time to recover during last week's bye, it sounds like the 25-year-old won't be healthy to suit up on Sunday. Justin Skule should protect Baker Mayfield's blindside for the duration of Wirfs' absence.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) will likely be a game-time decision on Sunday against the New York Giants, according to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. Wirfs sustained this injury during their Week 10 loss to the San Francisco 49ers and had the extra week off during Week 11. However, the star offensive tackle has only been able to practice in a limited capacity during the week. Stroud noted that he appeared to be in the same capacity on Friday. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status over the weekend, as his absence could impact the overall projection of the Tampa Bay offense. If Wirfs cannot suit up, Justin Skule will likely see an increase in snaps.
Tristan Wirfs To Miss A Couple Of Weeks With MCL Sprain
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pro Bowl left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee) has been diagnosed with an MCL sprain after undergoing an MRI exam and is expected to miss a couple of weeks, according to a source. Although it's bad news that Wirfs will have to miss time, it's a sign of relief for the Bucs that the injury wasn't worse. The 25-year-old was injured in the 23-20 loss to the visiting San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in Week 10. With Wirfs now out for a couple of weeks, the expectation is that Justin Skule become a starter for a Tampa defense that continues to be hurt by injuries. It's more bad news for the blind-side protection for quarterback Baker Mayfield, who continues to make the most of what has become a very thin receiving corps with both Mike Evans (hamstring) and Chris Godwin (ankle) injured.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers believe that left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee) suffered an MCL sprain during Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Wirfs had only missed three snaps over the first nine weeks of the season, but it now sounds like he's bracing for an extended absence. The good news is that MCL sprains typically aren't season-ending, and depending on the severity, it's possible that he actually avoids an injured reserve stint. Nevertheless, losing Wirfs for any period of time is far from ideal for Baker Mayfield, Rachaad White, Bucky Irving, and the rest of Tampa Bay's offense. With that said, Tampa Bay should have confidence in its backup left tackle, Justin Skule, temporarily taking over on the end of the offensive line.
Tristan Wirfs Ruled Out For Remainder Of Game Versus 49ers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of the game against the San Francisco 49ers. The fifth-year All-Pro has been one the most consistently healthy linemen on the team and an important piece to the pass protection. With Wirfs out against one of the better defensive units, it could mean even more trouble for Baker Mayfield with a thin receiver corps. Justin Skule is the next man up on the depth chart.
Tristan Wirfs Reaches $140 Million Extension With Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs agreed to a four-year, $140 million contract extension that includes $88 million guaranteed to remain with the organization long-term. The former No. 13 overall pick out of Iowa was the team's first NFL Draft selection after adding quarterback Tom Brady ahead of the 2020 campaign, and he proved to be a significant factor in the run to Super Bowl LV. Overall, the 25-year-old has earned three Pro Bowl nods and has been named to two All-Pro teams. He will now become the highest-paid offensive tackle in the NFL based on total contract value.
Buccaneers, Tristan Wirfs "Very Far Apart" On Contract Extension
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and All-Pro offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs remain "very far apart" on a long-term contract extension, according to sources. One source described the extension talks as "miles apart." The 25-year-old Wirfs is in the final year of his contract in 2024. Despite the two sides being nowhere close to an extension, Wirfs attended the first day of training camp practice last Wednesday after skipping OTAs earlier in the offseason. Wirfs was the team's first-round pick back in 2020 out of Iowa and will be set to play this year on his fifth-year option (worth ($18.2 million) if the two sides can't figure out an extension. He's been a stabilizing presence for the Buccaneers' offensive line, making the Pro Bowl in each of the past three seasons.
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