Yaya Diaby expected to miss weeks with knee injury for Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Yaya Diaby suffered a sprained medial collateral ligament during the Week 8 game and is projected to miss a few weeks, as stated by head coach Todd Bowles. Although Diaby will not be placed on the Reserve/Injured list, the team will monitor his recovery. The injury comes as the Buccaneers aim to maintain their performance in the ongoing NFL season, putting additional pressure on the team’s defense. Follow-up assessments will determine Diaby's timeline for return.
- •Yaya Diaby injured his knee in Week 8.
- •Expected to miss a few weeks, says Todd Bowles.
- •No placement on Reserve/Injured list planned.
- •Assessment needed for return timeline.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Yaya Diaby expected to miss some time
"Buccaneers LB Yaya Diaby on track to miss a few weeks because of sprained MCL
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