Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Yaya Diaby expected to miss games

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Yaya Diaby expected to miss games
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Yaya Diaby is anticipated to be sidelined for a couple of games due to an injury. The team is assessing the severity of the injury, and a decision on whether he will be placed on injured reserve is expected after medical testing on Monday. Diaby has recorded three sacks this season, all in Week 7, but his absence could impact the team's performance as they aim to stay competitive in the NFC South. The Buccaneers currently hold a 3-5 record and are expected to rely on other players, particularly David Walker and Al-Quadin Muhammad, during his recovery.

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  • •Yaya Diaby expected to miss a couple of games due to injury.
  • •Determination on injured reserve status pending medical tests on Monday.
  • •Diaby has three sacks this season, all in Week 7.
  • •Team seeks increased contributions from David Walker and Al-Quadin Muhammad.
  • •Buccaneers currently hold a 3-5 record, competing in the NFC South.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Yaya Diaby is expected to miss a couple of games, according to Scott Reynolds of Pewter Report. Reynolds’ source noted that the severity and whether Diaby will end up on the IR will be determined on Monday. However, right now the Bucs starter is expected to miss a couple of […] The post Buccaneers Starter Gets Tough Injury Outlook appeared first on HEAVY.

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