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Josiah Trotter, Jeremiah Trotter's son, has sack, pick 6 in his NFL debut

Trotter's father and brother played in the NFL before him. One game into his career, he's already making a name for himself.

Josiah Trotter, son of former Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro Jeremiah Trotter, made an impressive entrance into the NFL with a remarkable debut. As a rookie linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Trotter showcased his talent and pedigree from his strong family background. Drafted in the second round by the Buccaneers in April, Trotter's first game on Sunday was an eventful one.

In the third quarter against the Bengals, Trotter recorded his first-ever NFL sack. The sack broke Cincinnati's drive, forcing them to settle for a field goal. Trotter's performance continued to impress in the following possession, where he intercepted a pass thrown by Bengals' quarterback Joe Burrow. The interception led to a pick 6, cutting Cincinnati's lead to 27-20 and making the game competitive.

The touchdown was a significant moment, demonstrating Trotter's potential to make a name for himself in the NFL.

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