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Jalen McMillan returns to practice for Buccaneers after injury struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:54 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Jalen McMillan returns to practice for Buccaneers after injury struggles

Summary

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan returned to practice on August 18, following a leg injury that sidelined him for over a week. McMillan has faced injury challenges in his first two seasons, missing significant time including 13 regular-season games last year due to a neck injury. With Mike Evans departing for the San Francisco 49ers, McMillan's return is crucial as the Buccaneers prepare for the upcoming season. Analysts view him as a potential breakout player this year, especially after a strong finish to his rookie season in 2024.

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Status Watch

•McMillan returns after missing practice due to a leg injury.
•He missed 17 games in his first two seasons due to injuries.
•Analysts label him a potential breakout player for the Buccaneers.
•Mike Evans has left the team, increasing McMillan's importance.
•He finished his rookie season strong with seven touchdowns in five games.

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3:54 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers Get Good News on Injury-Prone Wide Receiver

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got good news as an injury-prone wide receiver returned to practice. The post Buccaneers Get Good News on Injury-Prone Wide Receiver appeared first on HEAVY.
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