Jason Licht considers Ayden Garnes for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers final roster

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht expressed support for rookie cornerback Ayden Garnes during the team's preseason finale against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The undrafted free agent from Arizona recorded four tackles and one pass breakup in the final game, building on a performance that included a pick-six in his preseason debut against the New York Jets. Throughout the exhibition period, Garnes earned an 86.9 overall grade from Pro Football Focus and demonstrated reliable coverage skills. Licht indicated that Garnes has made a significant case for a spot on the team's final 53-man roster, despite competition from other defensive backs in camp. The Buccaneers must now determine if the rookie’s play warrants a roster position or if the team should attempt to move him to the practice squad.

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