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Buccaneers Bring Back 1,000-Yard, 20-TD Running Back
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North Dakota State running back Barika Kpeenu. Getty
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are giving another chance to a standout running back from training camp.
"Bucs are signing rookie running back Barika Kpeenu to their practice squad after a workout this morning," Fox Sports NFL reporter Greg Auman wrote on his official X account on Tuesday. "Kpeenu was with the team at the end of training camp. Rushed for 1,005 yards and 20 TDs at North Dakota State last season."
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One former North Dakota State star is already on the roster: offensive lineman Cody Mauch.
Kpeenu's 20 touchdowns in 2025 were the most by a North Dakota State running back since 2014. Tampa Bay waived him as part of its final roster cuts on August 29.
"NDSU RB Barika Kpeenu had a breakout 2025 season, earning First Team All-MVFC honors," FCS/NAIA reporter Bryan Gauvin wrote on his official X account in January. "The West Fargo native rushed for 1,005 yards and 20 TDs, while adding 20 receptions for 247 yards and a score through the air."
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