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5 PLAYERS TO WATCH VS REDSKINS
DIR By: PWTRPWR
Date: August 31, 2016, 1:29 pm
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1. WR Kenny Bell
The Buccaneers have several wide receivers battling for a spot
on the 53-man roster, and Head Coach Dirk Koetter has reiterated
throughout training camp how close that competition is. As it
stands, Bell appears poised to earn one of the five or six spots
at wide receiver. He’s currently the Bucs’ No. 4 receiver on the
depth chart behind Vincent Jackson, Mike Evans and Adam
Humphries. He will see extensive playing time on Wednesday,
potentially returning kicks in addition to playing on offense.
He could solidify a spot on the Bucs’ final roster with a strong
performance against the Redskins.
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2. RB Mike James
James has been the Bucs’ No. 3 running back throughout training
camp, but he’s been sidelined for the past two weeks of the
preseason with injuries. The Buccaneers will carry three running
backs, with Doug Martin and Charles Sims being locks. If James
returns to the field on Wednesday, it will be interesting to see
how many reps he gets compared to Peyton Barber, who filled in
during James’ absence. It’s worth noting that the Buccaneers may
be able to hold onto both James and Barber if they sign James to
the active roster and Barber lands on the practice squad.
3. TE Danny Vitale
Vitale is a draft pick, but that doesn’t guarantee he will be on
the 53-man roster. He’s currently listed as the No. 4 tight end
on the depth chart behind Cameron Brate, Austin Seferian-Jenkins
and Luke Stocker. Throughout camp, Vitale hasn’t seen much
action. That is sure to change on Wednesday. Vitale could
potentially get 20 or more reps at tight end and fullback
against the Redskins.
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4. S Ryan Smith
Like Vitale, Smith’s draft-pick status doesn’t mean he’ll still
be a Buccaneer come Week 1 of the regular season. But he’s
flashed at times and is able to return kicks, which will help
him in the long run. Smith is currently listed as the Bucs’
fifth safety and will be battling with Isaiah Johnson for the
No. 4 spot and a place on the 53-man roster.
5. CB Josh Robinson
Robinson is a former starter in the NFL who impressed during
training camp, but he still finds himself near the bottom of the
depth chart at cornerback. Robinson will be competing with
Johnthan Banks, a former second-round draft pick who began 2015
as a starter for the Bucs, for a roster spot. Keep an eye on how
many reps Robinson gets on special teams. He has performed well
as a gunner on the punt coverage team in practice.
Joe Kania
Buccaneers.com
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