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If Ronald Jones can't go, Bucs have depth and experience behind him

TAMPA, Fla. -- Just days after Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians reaffirmed their commitment to running the ball, Ronald Jones suffered a fractured pinkie that required surgery and a pin to stabilize the bone Tuesday. Then Wednesday, he was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, meaning either he tested positive for the virus or was deemed a close contact of someone who did.

Jones, who has quietly amassed 900 rushing yards this season (fourth-most in the league), wasn't ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons (1 p.