The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ season opening inactive list is highlighted by the fact they’ll be missing four men on defense against their NFC South rival Carolina Panthers.
Defensive linemanWilliam Gholstonand Da’Quan Bowers were ruled out earlier in the week, as was cornerbackRashaan Melvinand safetyBradley McDougald.
The Bucs also won’t dress three offensive lineman: Kevin Pamphile,Rishaw Johnsonand Kadeem Edwards. That meansGarrett GilkeyandOniel Cousinswill be the backup linemen for the Bucs.
Cornerback Brandon Nixon and wide receiver Solomon Patton, who were both promoted from the practice squad earlier this week when the team severed ties withQuinton PointerandLouis Murphy, are active.
Bucs inactives vs. Panthers: OLs Kadeem Edwards, Kevin Pamphile and Rishaw Johnson; injured DEs Gholston, Bowers, CB Melvin, S McDougald.
— Greg Auman (@gregauman)September 7, 2014
For the Panthers, star quarterbackCam Newtonis inactive meaning the Bucs will face former Pro-BowlerDerek Anderson.Joe Webbwill be his backup.
The Bucs and Panthers kick off at 4:25 PM Eastern from Raymond James Stadium.
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