Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Buccaneers Eye Key Returns as Playoff Push Intensifies

12/1/2025

40 7 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could add wide receiver Jalen McMillan, who has been on injured reserve since preseason for a neck injury, and could be activated between Weeks 14 and 16.
Mike Evans, recovering from a broken clavicle, is eligible to return but has not been designated; a Week 16–17 return remains possible.
Either return would significantly impact the Buccaneers’ offense as they push toward the playoffs.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could add wide receiver Jalen McMillan, who has been on injured reserve since preseason for a neck injury, and could be activated between Weeks 14 and 16.
Mike Evans, recovering from a broken clavicle, is eligible to return but has not been designated; a Week 16–17 return remains possible.
Either return would significantly impact the Buccaneers’ offense as they push toward the playoffs.