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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Racks up nine tackles Monday
K.J. Britt recorded nine tackles (six solo) and one pass defensed during Monday's 30-24 overtime loss at Kansas City.Despite rotating off the field more frequently than he had in other recent games, Britt still played 45 defensive snaps Monday, and he totaled six-plus tackles for the sixth time in his last seven outings. As long as he holds onto his starting spot, he'll remain on the IDP radar as the year continues.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Double-digit tackles vs. Falcons
K.J. Britt recorded 10 total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 31-26 loss to the Falcons.Britt was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' leading tackler in Sunday's loss, setting a new season high with 10 total stops. The fourth-year pro from Auburn has now tallied 49 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, through Tampa Bay's first eight games this year. He's expected to continue starting alongside Lavonte David (ankle) as part of the Buccaneers' top inside-linebacker duo as the season progresses.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Six-tackle effort in loss
K.J. Britt recorded six tackles (five solo) in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 26-7 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.Britt tied with several teammates for third in tackles on the afternoon. The fourth-year pro played on 35 snaps (51 percent) overall, and he's accrued a solid 15 tackles (10 solo) in his part-time role thus far.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: No restrictions Thursday
K.J. Britt (illness) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.Britt was limited Wednesday due to an illness, but the 2021 fifth-round pick appears to have moved past that issue. He accrued five tackles (three solo) and played 42 snaps (38 on defense, four on special teams) in the Bucs' Week 1 win over the Commanders.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Under the weather
K.J. Britt (illness) was limited during practice Wednesday.Britt's illness didn't keep him off the field Wednesday, so it's likely not significant enough to keep him out Sunday against the Lions. His practice status in the days ahead will still be worth watching.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Ready for bigger role
Head coach Todd Bowles said Wednesday that K.J. Britt is ready to become a three-down defensive player in 2024, Brianna Dix of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' official site reports.Britt has also demonstrated a better grasp of the mental part of the game, according to Bowles. The 24-year-old recorded 29 tackles (16 solo) and one pass defensed last season. He looks poised to take on a bigger role in the upcoming campaign, likely as a starter at inside linebacker next to Lavonte David.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Breaks out in divisional-round loss
K.J. Britt recorded 12 tackles (seven solo), including one for loss, in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 31-23 divisional-round loss to the Lions on Sunday.Britt was the surprise runner-up in tackles on the night for the Buccaneers, trailing only Lavonte David's 13 stops. The third-year pro's numbers were all the more surprising considering he filled a rotational role for the third time in as many pro seasons in 2023, posting 29 tackles (16 solo) and one defensed pass over 16 games. Britt, a 2021 fifth-round pick, heads into the final year of his rookie contract in 2024 and could have an inside track on replacing Devin White next season if the latter is allowed to walk in free agency.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Active Monday
K.J. Britt (calf) is active for Monday's wild-card game against the Eagles, Scott Smith of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' official site reports.The backup inside linebacker missed the first practice of the week leading up to this game but participated fully in Saturday's session. Britt has 29 tackles and a pass defensed on 154 defensive snaps this season.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Could return for wild card
K.J. Britt (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Eagles.Britt seems to be trending in the right direction to play in the wild-card round, as he's gone from opening the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' week of practice with a DNP to a full session Saturday. If the 24-year-old is able to suit up Monday night, he'd likely serve as Tampa Bay's top reserve inside linebacker.
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Buccaneers' K.J. Britt: Returns to practice Friday
K.J. Britt (calf) was a limited participant in Friday's practice.Britt was estimated as a DNP on Thursday, but he was able to participate in Friday's practice in a limited fashion. He missed the Bucs' Week 18 win over the Panthers after sustaining a calf injury during the lead-up to that game. Britt has operated as a depth inside linebacker and on special teams this season and has accumulated 29 tackles (16 solo) over 16 games.