DeMonte Capehart practices with Bucs after recovering from wrist surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
DeMonte Capehart participated in his first practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the final OTA session on June 12, 2026. The rookie defensive tackle had been sidelined for much of the offseason due to wrist surgery. The fifth-round draft pick missed rookie minicamp and focused on rehabilitation. His return is crucial as he prepares for training camp and aims to secure a role within the team's defensive line despite veteran competition. With training camp over a month away, Capehart has time to continue his recovery and improve his conditioning.
- •Capehart practiced for the first time since being drafted.
- •He missed much of the offseason program due to injury.
- •Capehart aims for a rotational role in training camp.
- •Additional practice reps will help him learn the defensive scheme.
- •He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs rookie practices for the first time with the team
"The rookie defensive tackle was back on the field after missing much of the offseason program.
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