Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Can't haul in only target
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Palmer failed to secure his only target in the Buccaneers' 23-20 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
The second-year speedster was in on just 15 snaps (25 percent) during the narrow loss, which was surprising considering the absence of Mike Evans and unavailability of Jalen McMillan due to hamstring issues. Palmer had logged at least 25 snaps in each of the previous three games, making Sunday's downturn all the more noteworthy. With both Evans and McMillan potentially available for a Week 12 road matchup against the Giants following a Week 11 bye, Palmer could be headed for another minor role in that contest.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Two catches in OT loss
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Palmer secured two of four targets for 33 yards and returned two punts for 18 yards in the Buccaneers' 30-24 overtime loss to Kansas City on Monday.
The second-year wideout generated modest production despite a 49 percent snap share in the absence of Mike Evans (hamstring), Chris Godwin (ankle), and Jalen McMillan (hamstring). Palmer did record both of his catches on a game-tying drive late in the fourth quarter, but Monday's 33 yards were a season high and he's yet to top three receptions in any contest heading into a Week 10 home matchup against the 49ers.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Pair of catches in Week 8 loss
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Palmer brought in both targets for 29 yards and returned two punts for 31 yards in the Buccaneers' 31-26 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.
Palmer was in line for extended opportunity due to the absences of Mike Evans (hamstring) and Chris Godwin (IR, ankle), and he indeed logged 51 snaps (70 percent). However, Palmer's numbers left much to be desired, and he's still in search of his first 30-plus-yard showing of the campaign. The second-year speedster will be on the field plenty again during a Week 9 road matchup against the Chiefs next Monday night.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Minimal production against Ravens
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Palmer caught one of his three targets for 16 yards in Monday's 41-31 loss to the Ravens.
Despite taking on a more of a prominent role with teammate Mike Evans (hamstring) exiting early in the first half of the contest, Palmer was unable to deliver a useful line over his 59 snaps. With Evans expected to miss at least three games with his injury and with Chris Godwin suffering what appears to be a season-ending ankle injury at the tail end of Monday's loss, Palmer will likely continue to play plenty of snaps Week 8 versus the Falcons. Fellow receivers Jalen McMillan and Sterling Shepard should also benefit from increased roles.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Listed as questionable
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Palmer (concussion) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Ravens, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Palmer logged his second consecutive practice with full participation Saturday, so presumably he just needs to clear concussion protocol in order to play. The second-year target has missed the past two games.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: No practice
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Palmer (concussion) didn't practice Thursday, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Palmer is on track to miss a second straight game due to the concussion he suffered Week 4 while filling in for Jalen McMillan (hamstring) as the No. 3 receiver. McMillan, meanwhile, was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday, hinting at a chance to return this Sunday at New Orleans.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Diagnosed with concussion
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Palmer won't return to Sunday's game against the Eagles due to a concussion, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Palmer was serving as the Buccaneers' No. 3 wide receiver Week 4 with Jalen McMillan (hamstring) sidelined, but the former now will be subject to the protocol for head injuries in order to play again. Palmer was productive in his complementary role, as he finished with three receptions for 26 yards and a touchdown and added a 14-yard kickoff return and five-yard punt return. With a short turnaround for Thursday's road matchup with the Falcons, Palmer will be hard-pressed to gain clearance from an independent neurologist for that contest. Kameron Johnson and Sterling Shepard will be the backup WRs behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin for the rest of Sunday's outing.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Blanked again in Sunday's loss
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Palmer failed to bring in his only target in the Buccaneers' 26-7 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.
Palmer played on just 12 snaps from scrimmage overall (21 percent) and added another five on special teams. The second-year wideout saw 20 snaps on offense in the season-opening win over the Commanders, but he's only combined for one more than that over the last two games. Palmer remains a fantasy afterthought for the time being in a No. 4 receiver role that hasn't facilitated many opportunities thus far.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: One reception in Week 1 win
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Palmer brought in one of two targets for 19 yards in the Buccaneers' 37-20 win over the Commanders on Sunday. He also returned one punt for 15 yards.
Palmer, who cleared concussion protocol before the game, logged a modest 20 snaps from scrimmage and 10 additional on special teams. His one reception proved productive, but he notably was in on 30 fewer offensive plays than new No. 3 wideout Jalen McMillan. Palmer figures to continue in a modest role during a Week 4 road battle against the Lions on Sunday.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Ready to roll in Week 1
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Palmer (concussion) is active for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Commanders, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Palmer was able to practice in full all week, so the second-year wideout garnering active status was simply a matter of clearing league protocol for head injuries. With that box having been checked as well, Palmer is set to work in a reserve receiver role against Washington, potentially sharing No. 3 receiver snaps with rookie third-round pick Jalen McMillan.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Listed as questionable
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Palmer (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Washington.
Full practice participation Wednesday through Friday suggests Palmer is more likely than not to play, but being in the concussion protocol means it isn't quite the same guarantee as with other injuries. In any case, he's expected to drop from third to fourth on the depth chart at wide receiver, having been usurped by rookie third-round pick Jalen McMillan this summer.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Full practice after concussion
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Palmer is recovering from a concussion but practiced fully Wednesday.
On Aug. 23, head coach Todd Bowles said Palmer was dealing with a minor undisclosed injury, which was revealed to be a concussion on the Buccaneers' first practice report of the season. Logging a full session doesn't mean that Palmer has made his way through the five-step protocol for head injuries, but he nonetheless appears to be well on his way to gaining clearance ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Commanders.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Chunk gain on one catch
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Palmer brought in his only target for 21 yards and returned two punts for 14 yards in the Buccaneers' 17-14 preseason win over the Bengals on Saturday night.
Palmer drew a start with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin both sitting out, and he made an impression on his one connection with Kyle Trask. The second-year wideout impressed as a rookie while taking hold of the No. 3 receiver job, but he's now trying to fend off a serious challenge from rookie third-round pick Jalen McMillan, who posted a 2-23-0 receiving line in his first taste of professional action Saturday night. The job battle between the two should continue through the entirety of the exhibition slate, but Palmer's roster spot is likely safe under any circumstance.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Effective with two touches in win
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Palmer brought in one of two targets for a 56-yard touchdown and rushed once for nine yards in the Buccaneers' 32-9 wild-card win over the Eagles on Monday night.
The speedy rookie was a hit in his first career postseason appearance, ripping off a touchdown late in the third quarter on which he broke a James Bradberry tackle attempt and then outraced multiple defenders to the end zone. Palmer has enjoyed a steady complementary role since Week 1, recording at least one catch in every regular-season game and multiple grabs in 12 contests, and he's now scored twice in the last three games. Palmer's field-stretching abilities could be a good fit for the fast track of Ford Field in Sunday's divisional-round battle against the Lions.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Stays limited Thursday
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Palmer (hip) was limited at Thursday's practice.
Palmer maintained his activity level from Wednesday's walkthrough as he tends to a hip injury, giving him just one more chance to get back to full participation before the Buccaneers potentially give him a designation ahead of Sunday's game in Carolina. If he's able to suit up this weekend, he'll look to build about his most productive two-game stretch of the season (8-126-1 on 11 targets between Weeks 16 and 17).
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Limited to two touches Sunday
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Palmer brought in his sole target for five yards and rushed once for three yards in the Buccaneers' 29-25 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Palmer saw a notable drop in production, logging his lowest catch and yardage totals since Week 7. The speedy rookie's target tally also tied for his lowest of the campaign, and as the No. 3 receiver in a concentrated offense, his numbers are likely to remain modest in a Week 15 road matchup against the Packers.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Two catches in Week 10 win
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Palmer (neck/illness) brought in two of four targets for 21 yards in the Buccaneers' 20-6 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Palmer was able to record multiple receptions for the third straight game. The speedy rookie has also seen at least four targets in each contest during that span, and his 54 snaps Sunday actually put him ahead of both Mike Evans (47) and Chris Godwin (50). Palmer should continue to play a solid complementary role in a Week 11 road showdown with the 49ers.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Strong showing in loss
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Palmer brought in three of four targets for 51 yards in the Buccaneers' 39-37 loss to the Texans on Sunday. He also committed a fumble recovered by Tampa Bay.
Palmer once again ran behind only starters Mike Evans and Chris Godwin in wide receiver snaps, logging a robust 48 plays from scrimmage. The rookie now has back-to-back three-catch outings, and Sunday's yardage total was a new personal best. Palmer has multiple receptions in four of the last five contests overall, pushing him into borderline fantasy relevancy in deep formats.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Limited to one catch Monday
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Palmer caught his only target for an eight-yard gain in the Buccaneers' 25-11 loss to the Eagles on Monday night.
The speedy rookie logged a solid 34 snaps, but Baker Mayfield looked the way of Deven Thompkins four times to Palmer's one. The week-to-week production of both depth wideouts will remain difficult to trust as long as Mike Evans and Chris Godwin are healthy in front of them.
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Buccaneers' Trey Palmer: Looking good for No. 3 job
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Palmer appears to have earned the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver spot, according to Rick Stroud of The Tampa Bay Times.
The sixth-round rookie scored a pair of touchdowns this preseason, making the most of his opportunity after projected No. 3 receiver Russell Gage suffered a season-ending knee injury. Palmer could still share snaps with fellow rookie Rakim Jarrett or second-year pro Deven Thompkins, with roles partially depending on how much time the Bucs want Chris Godwin (and to a lesser extent Mike Evans) spending in the slot. Palmer is more likely to get snaps outside, sporting 4.33 speed at 6-foot, whereas the 5-foot-8 Thompkins would figure to get most of his work from the slot and push Godwin outside in three-wide formations. Given Godwin's track record of success working the middle of the field, it's no surprise the Bucs are leaning toward Palmer -- a perimeter deep threat -- as the No. 3 receiver. It probably won't be a high-volume role in terms of targets so long as Godwin and Evans (groin) both are available, which should be the case Week 1 at Minnesota.
