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Buccaneers' Wirfs Out Again; Rookie to Start vs. Dolphins

12/26/2025

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have ruled out left tackle Tristan Wirfs for the game against the Miami Dolphins with a toe injury.
Rookie Benjamin Chukwuma will start in place of Tristan Wirfs after head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Wirfs will miss his fifth game this season.
Anthony Nelson and Calijah Kancey are also out with injuries.
The Buccaneers' offense is healthier overall, but new injuries remain a concern.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have ruled out left tackle Tristan Wirfs for the game against the Miami Dolphins with a toe injury.
Rookie Benjamin Chukwuma will start in place of Tristan Wirfs after head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Wirfs will miss his fifth game this season.
Anthony Nelson and Calijah Kancey are also out with injuries.
The Buccaneers' offense is healthier overall, but new injuries remain a concern.