Posted on Sep 28
Buccaneers' Luke Goedeke ruled out with concussion, Rachaad White questionable with illness
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Buccaneers' Luke Goedeke and Rachaad White ruled out for upcoming game against Eagles
Why it matters: The absence of starting right tackle Luke Goedeke and running back Rachaad White will have an impact on the Buccaneers' offense as they face the Philadelphia Eagles.
What's new: Goedeke did not clear the concussion protocol and will miss his third consecutive game due to a concussion suffered in Week 1. Meanwhile, White is listed as questionable with an illness added to the injury report.
- The Buccaneers' offensive line has struggled without Goedeke, giving up 12 sacks in the past two weeks.
Yes, but: If White is unable to play or is limited, Bucky Irving, who has been dealing with a hamstring injury, could step in as the next man up.
What to watch: Keep an eye on the status of White and whether Irving can effectively fill the void in the backfield.
What's next: The Buccaneers have called up veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard from the practice squad for the second consecutive week to address the injuries at the receiver position.
- Punter Trenton Gill has also been elevated due to recent struggles by Jake Camarda.
The bottom line: The Buccaneers will need to find solutions to compensate for the absence of Goedeke and the uncertainty surrounding White's availability in order to maintain their offensive effectiveness against the Eagles.