{
  "id": 18232125,
  "title": "Buccaneers at Bears: Initial injury report for Week 9",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/buccaneers-at-bears-initial-injury-report-for-week-9",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-05T02:24:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/buccaneers-bears-initial-injury-report-022403354.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released their initial injury report on Wednesday ahead of their Week 9 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Eight players were listed on the report, including three who did not practice. Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (foot) remained out for the game, while outside linebacker Yaya Diaby (knee) also skipped practice. Defensive lineman Elijah Roberts was listed as practicing on personal matters. Running back Kenny Gainwell (hip) and safety Tykee Smith (ankle) practiced with limitations. Quarterback Baker Mayfield (right thumb), guard Cody Mauch (back) and tight end Cade Otton (thumb) all participated fully. The Buccaneers, who recently won two straight games, will aim to carry their momentum into the matchup against a Chicago team that sits at 6-2 following a Monday night victory over Seattle. There are two more practice sessions before the final injury report is released on Friday, offering a clearer view of the roster for Sunday's game. The Buccaneers and Bears are set to face off at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC.",
  "summary": "The Tampa Bay Buccaneers began preparations for their Week 9 matchup against the Chicago Bears on Wednesday, releasing their first injury report ahead of Sunday night’s game at Soldier Field. Tampa Bay listed eight players on the initial report, including three who did not participate in practice. Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (foot) remained sidelined after […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}