Tampa Bay Buccaneers sign Sean Murphy-Bunting to the practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:10 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have added defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting to the practice squad. This move marks a reunion for the player, who previously spent four seasons with the team and played a key role during their 2020 championship run. Murphy-Bunting recorded six interceptions, four forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery during his first stint in Tampa Bay. He later played for the Tennessee Titans and the Arizona Cardinals, accumulating five interceptions and four forced fumbles in his time away from the team. The Buccaneers currently face depth concerns in the defensive backfield, which could facilitate a promotion for Murphy-Bunting to the active roster. He brings familiarity with the defensive scheme implemented by Todd Bowles.
- •Sean Murphy-Bunting joins the Buccaneers practice squad.
- •He played for Tampa Bay from 2020 through 2022.
- •The defensive back recorded three interceptions during the team's 2020 postseason run.
- •Murphy-Bunting spent time with the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals after leaving Tampa Bay.
- •The move addresses depth issues within the team's defensive backfield.
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers bring back Sean Murphy-Bunting
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