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Antoine Winfield Jr. returns to practice, status for Week 7 uncertain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Antoine Winfield Jr. returns to practice, status for Week 7 uncertain

Summary

Antoine Winfield Jr. participated in practice on October 21, wearing a non-contact jersey as he recovers from a rib injury. The safety missed the previous two games and could provide a boost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense ahead of their matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Despite the positive step in his recovery, head coach Todd Bowles remains unsure if Winfield will be ready for full contact. The Buccaneers, entering Week 7 with a 1-5 record after a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, are assessing Winfield's condition leading up to the game on Sunday. Further evaluation during upcoming practices will determine his availability.

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By the Numbers

•Winfield returned to practice on October 21 in a non-contact jersey.
•He has missed the last two games due to a rib injury.
•Tampa Bay is 1-5 entering their Week 7 matchup against Carolina.
•Bowles indicated Winfield's full-contact practice will be crucial for his return.
•The Buccaneers are looking to bounce back after an overtime loss to the Steelers.

Latest Updates

6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Antoine Winfield Jr.'s Week 7 status remains uncertain

What they're saying

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Antoine Winfield Jr. returned to practice in a non-contact jersey, but Todd Bowles remains uncertain about his availability against Carolina in wk 7.
— Yahoo Sports

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