The Bucs experienced a scare during Wednesday’s joint practice with the Jaguars in Jacksonville when backup tight end Payne Durham suffered a knee injury. Fortunately, the initial prognosis suggests that Durham’s injury is not serious, with one team source indicating he is likely day-to-day.
Head coach Todd Bowles mentioned after practice that further tests are being conducted on Durham.Despite the injury, the joint practice between the Bucs and Jaguars was relatively calm, with no fights or altercations. Bowles praised both teams for their disciplined approach and productive work.
In terms of current injuries, Durham now joins a growing list of sidelined Bucs players, including left tackle Justin Skule, defensive tackles Calijah Kancey and Mike Greene, wide receivers Sterling Shepard and Rakim Jarrett, strong safety Jordan Whitehead, running back Chase Edmonds, and outside linebacker Yaya Diaby.
As for Durham, the team’s 2023 fifth-round pick, his practice participation tomorrow will be closely monitored to determine if the injury will impact his playing time in Saturday night’s game.
If Durham is unable to play or is limited, Ko Kieft and Devin Culp may see more opportunities as they compete for the third tight end spot on the roster. Durham’s recovery progress will be assessed in Thursday’s second joint practice.
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