Which Buccaneers defenders should you start in Week 8? Breaking down Josiah Trotter, Yaya Diaby, and Antoine Winfield Jr. against Atlanta

The Bucs appear to have found a diamond in the rough in this year's draft.

The rookie linebacker is matching NFL veterans tackle for tackle, proving his second-round pedigree and All-Pro lineage

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers struck gold with their second-round selection in this past draft, with linebacker Josiah Trotter serving as head coach Todd Bowles' best defender. As the team gets back into the playoff picture, his production will be expected to continue.

We've identified the nine biggest rookie performances from Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season; the following rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft stood out.

Two second-year players and a rookie have impressed early.

Should Trotter have the green dot over Anzalone?

ESPN believes the standout second-round pick is playing well enough to earn a trip to the Pro Bowl in his rookie season.

The Buccaneers made a late addition to their injury report for Sunday's game against the Steelers.