Injury Update: Bryce Hall and Josh Hayes both OUT with injuries

The Buccaneers cornerback group has been decimated by injuries in their Week 1 matchup with the Washington Commanders.

After Zyon McCollum went out with a concussion, his replacement, Bryce Hall, was just carted off with an apparent knee injury. Additionally, backup CB Josh Hayes has been ruled out with an ankle injury:

The Bucs’ only remaining healthy cornerbacks are Jamel Dean, Tykee Smith, and Tavierre Thomas. Rookie Tyrek Funderburk was not activated for this game. Tampa Bay may have to call on Christian Izien, who was their starting nickel corner last year but is listed as a safety this season.

The Bucs defense has played well today against rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Commanders offense. They have been held to just seven points through almost three quarters while the Bucs offense has looked better than ever under new coordinator Liam Coen.