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Alex Anzalone reflects on tough Bucs debut after loss to Bengals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 11:54 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Alex Anzalone reflects on tough Bucs debut after loss to Bengals

Summary

Linebacker Alex Anzalone expressed disappointment in his performance during his Bucs debut on September 10, 2026, after a 33-27 loss to the Bengals. Anzalone missed tackles and struggled in zone coverage, a point of concern as he fills the role previously held by Lavonte David. He recorded seven tackles but emphasized the need for improved team cohesion and tackling. The Bucs defense faced challenges due to poor field position stemming from four lost fumbles. Anzalone is focusing on improvements ahead of the next game against the Browns at home on September 24.

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By the Numbers

•Anzalone recorded seven tackles in Bucs debut.
•Tampa Bay lost 33-27 to the Bengals.
•Defense struggled with missed tackles and coverage issues.
•Next game is against the Browns on September 24.
•Poor field position contributed to defensive challenges.

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11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Tough Bucs debut for linebacker Alex Anzalone: ‘I didn’t get it done’

What they're saying

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Alex Anzalone sat at his locker on Wednesday reflecting on a Bucs debut that left him with more plays he wanted back than ones he cared to remember. He missed a few tackles and looked lost at times in zone coverage in the 33-27 defeat to the Bengals last Sunday, an uncomfortable start for a linebacker expected to help fill a void in the middle of Tampa Bay’s defense.
— Yahoo Sports

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