Beau Allen – Noteworthy – Injury
DT Beau Allen (foot), who missed Monday night’s game, did not practice Wednesday.
Demar Dotson – Noteworthy – Injury
T Demar Dotson (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday but should play vs. the Bears.
Gerald McCoy – Noteworthy – Injury
DT Gerald McCoy (biceps) was limited in practice Wednesday.
Isaiah Johnson – Noteworthy – Injury
S Isaiah Johnson (shoulder) had full participation in practice Wednesday.
Jameis Winston – Important
QB Jameis Winston said he’s willing to help the team in any capacity in his first public comments following the conclusion of his three-game suspension. Winston also said on Wednesday that he’s excited for the success of the Buccaneers (2-1) thus far with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick at the helm. The 24-year-old Winston took the podium on Wednesday and asked reporters, “Did you miss me?” On a more serious note, Winston said that he wanted to enjoy being back with the team rather than address the future of the Buccaneers’ quarterback situation.”I’m here to assist the best way I possibly can … It’s about the team’s success,” Winston said. “I’m not a selfish player. We’re out here doing big things and we’ve got to continue doing that.”
Jameis Winston – Hot News – Transaction
QB Jameis Winston was reinstated to the Buccaneers from reserve/suspended by the NFL Tuesday (Sept. 25). He received a roster exemption that expires Sept. Friday (Sept. 28).
Jordan Whitehead – Noteworthy – Injury
S Jordan Whitehead (shoulder) had full participation in practice Wednesday.
Marcus Williams – Noteworthy – Injury
CB Marcus Williams (hamstring) was limited in practice Wednesday.
Vita Vea – Noteworthy – Injury
DT Vita Vea (calf) was limited in practice Wednesday but could see his first action of the season Sunday.