US EditionBucs receivers Mike Evans, Jalen McMillan activated from IR, could play vs. Falcons
Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan were activated from injured reserve, potentially reuniting Tampa Bay's top four receivers for the first time this season, team sources said.
- On Thursday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers activated wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan from injured reserve, making them eligible to play after Evans' broken collarbone.
- Their 21-day practice window began about one week ago, requiring activation so wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan could be eligible for a key NFC South intra-division game.
- Both players are officially listed as questionable, with McMillan suffering three fractured vertebrae and two herniated discs, and Evans a broken collarbone this season.
- To clear roster space, the Buccaneers waived defensive lineman C.J. Brewer and wide receiver Ryan Miller, and All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs returns after missing last Sunday's game.
- With the Bucs 7-6 and tied for first in the NFC South, their returns could bolster Tampa Bay's passing attack against the Falcons, who are 4-9 after a 37-9 loss.
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