Bucs tight end injures knee, leaves practice

Buccaneers tight end Payne Durham left joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars with an apparent knee injury, per Buccaneers.com’s Scott Smith and Brianna Dix:

Durham is entering his second year with the Bucs and is looking to expand his role on offense. Last year, he saw limited action, catching just five passes on seven targets for 58 yards.

Cade Otton is expected to return as Tampa Bay’s starting tight end, and the Bucs are also bringing back 2022 sixth-round pick Ko Kieft, who is primarily used as a blocker. An extended absence by Durham would open an opportunity for 2024 seventh-round pick Devin Culp to make a case for the final roster.