Posted on Sep 07

Bucs' Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall ruled out for season opener against Washington

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Bucs' Defensive Linemen Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall to Miss Season Opener

Why it matters: The absence of two starting defensive linemen poses a significant challenge for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their season opener against the Washington Commanders.

What's new: Calijah Kancey, the Bucs' first-round draft pick in 2023, suffered a calf injury and has been ruled out for the game. Logan Hall, a second-round draft pick in 2022, is also unavailable due to a foot injury.

Kancey had been participating fully in practice until Friday when he was limited and added to the injury report.
Hall was unable to practice throughout the week, indicating a more severe injury.

Yes, but: The Bucs have taken steps to address the absences by elevating defensive linemen C.J. Brewer and Mike Greene from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

By the numbers:

Logan Hall recorded a half-sack, 23 quarterback pressures, 22 tackles, and 2 run stuffs according to NFL Next Gen Stats.
Calijah Kancey registered impressive statistics last year, including 4.0 sacks, 10 tackles for a loss, 12 quarterback hits, and 33 quarterback pressures in the regular season.
In the postseason, Kancey continued to make an impact with 1.5 sacks, 2 tackles for a loss, 2 quarterback hits, 1 pass defended, and 4 tackles in two games.

Coach Todd Bowles on Logan Hall's injury: "He wasn't able to practice at all this week. But he's walking better."

What to watch: With two key contributors sidelined, the Bucs' defensive line depth will be tested as they face the Washington Commanders' offense.

What's next: The Bucs will need to rely on the elevated defensive linemen and adjust their game plan accordingly to mitigate the impact of Kancey and Hall's absence.

The bottom line: The injuries to Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall present a challenge for the Buccaneers' defense in their season opener, but the team will look to adapt and make use of their depth to maintain their defensive prowess.

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Bucs' Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall ruled out for season opener against Washington

Bucs' Defensive Linemen Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall to Miss Season Opener

Why it matters: The absence of two starting defensive linemen poses a significant challenge for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their season opener against the Washington Commanders.

Kancey had been participating fully in practice until Friday when he was limited and added to the injury report.

Hall was unable to practice throughout the week, indicating a more severe injury.

Yes, but: The Bucs have taken steps to address the absences by elevating defensive linemen C.J. Brewer and Mike Greene from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

By the numbers:

Logan Hall recorded a half-sack, 23 quarterback pressures, 22 tackles, and 2 run stuffs according to NFL Next Gen Stats.

Calijah Kancey registered impressive statistics last year, including 4.0 sacks, 10 tackles for a loss, 12 quarterback hits, and 33 quarterback pressures in the regular season.

In the postseason, Kancey continued to make an impact with 1.5 sacks, 2 tackles for a loss, 2 quarterback hits, 1 pass defended, and 4 tackles in two games.

Coach Todd Bowles on Logan Hall's injury: "He wasn't able to practice at all this week. But he's walking better."

What to watch: With two key contributors sidelined, the Bucs' defensive line depth will be tested as they face the Washington Commanders' offense.

What's next: The Bucs will need to rely on the elevated defensive linemen and adjust their game plan accordingly to mitigate the impact of Kancey and Hall's absence.