US EditionBucs' Tristan Wirfs Has Knee Surgery, Likely to Miss Start of Season
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FLORIDA, JUL 9 – Tristan Wirfs chose surgery after multiple setbacks from a knee injury, likely missing at least four games and impacting the Buccaneers' offensive line depth, sources said.
- On Tuesday, Buccaneers star left tackle Tristan Wirfs underwent arthroscopic knee surgery, likely starting the season on the PUP list and missing at least four games.
- Wirfs, who wore a knee brace during offseason, experienced setbacks and re-aggravated a Week 10 right knee injury, prompting arthroscopic surgery.
- Under NFL rules, Wirfs’ placement on the PUP list guarantees missing at least four games, with an expected return no earlier than Week 5.
- The Buccaneers signed veteran Charlie Heck to replace Wirfs, whose absence may impact their early-season performance and playoff prospects.
- With Wirfs expected to miss at least four games, the Buccaneers face early-season challenges against Falcons, Texans, Jets, and Eagles, risking momentum.
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