The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have to play a fourth game without star middle linebacker Kwon Alexander, who was ruled out again, despite actually participating in practice this week. He’ll once again be replaced by rookie Kendell Beckwith, who’s done a very good job so far.
Also ruled out: cornerback/special teams ace Josh Robinson with a concussion, defensive end Ryan Russell with a shoulder injury, and safety Keith Tandy with hip injury. Robinson’s absence is the most impactful, as he’s a key part of the Bucs’ dominant punt coverage team.