First, it was the right side of the offensive line that was hit by multiple injuries. Now, it’s the secondary that has the same issue.
But injuries be damned, the Bucs are finding ways to fight through the misfortune.
Whether it’s playing rookies more often or moving other players around, Dirk Koetter and Mike Smith are doing everything they can to make the best of a bad situation.
Brent Grimes was the first Buc down and then a practice-field injury led to the waiver of David Rivers. After Vernon Hargreaves III hurt his groin during the Bucs’ first preseason game, fellow defensive back Javien Elliot followed soon after.