Yaya Diaby records three sacks for Buccaneers in Week 7 win
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Last updated Oct 31, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 43-13 victory over the Carolina Panthers in their Week 7 matchup. Yaya Diaby made a significant impact with three sacks while playing just 22 defensive snaps, accounting for three of the team's five sacks. The Buccaneers utilized a strong running game, accumulating 258 rushing yards on 49 attempts. Offensive highlights included contributions from rookie tackle Ben Chukwuma and running backs Bucky Irving, Kenneth Gainwell, and Sean Tucker, who combined for three rushing touchdowns. Injuries to wide receivers led to increased tight end usage, as Cade Otton played 56 snaps without a reception.
- •Tampa Bay played 63 offensive snaps and 56 defensive snaps.
- •Diaby's three sacks resulted in 21 lost yards for the Panthers.
- •Rookie tackle Ben Chukwuma played all 63 snaps.
- •Bucky Irving, Kenneth Gainwell, and Sean Tucker combined for 246 rushing yards.
- •Cade Otton played 56 snaps, primarily contributing as a blocking tight end.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers Week 7 snap counts: Diaby shines in limited snaps
"The Buccaneers' Week 7 snap counts highlight Yaya Diaby's three sacks on 22 plays, a reshuffled offensive line and heavy tight end usage.
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