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Buccaneers Cut Heaviest NFL Player Desmond Watson Again

11/12/2025

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released Desmond Watson from its practice squad due to injury concerns and depth needs.
Watson, NFL's heaviest player at 449 pounds, struggled with weight management and was on the Non-Football Injury List.
Despite shedding weight, he did not play and was cut for the second time.
The Buccaneers may sign players before Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, and Watson could return if practice squad changes.

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Story summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released Desmond Watson from its practice squad due to injury concerns and depth needs.
Watson, NFL's heaviest player at 449 pounds, struggled with weight management and was on the Non-Football Injury List.
Despite shedding weight, he did not play and was cut for the second time.
The Buccaneers may sign players before Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, and Watson could return if practice squad changes.