Buccaneers face tough cuts ahead of roster deadline

Tampa Bay must finalize its 53-man roster by Sunday evening. Surprising cuts could include RB Sean Tucker, TE Payne Durham, and CB Josh Hayes. Tucker’s performance might not offset his $3.5 million salary, especially with competition from Josh Williams. Durham's standing is threatened by Cade Otton and rookie Bauer Sharp, while Hayes could be at risk as new talent emerges in the secondary. The final roster decisions could hinge on balancing salary, performance, and depth across positions.

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