Michael Jordan and Owen Wright Receive Monday Night Promotions
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made significant adjustments ahead of their Week Seven matchup against the Detroit Lions by activating guard Michael Jordan and running back Owen Wright from the practice squad. This decision came as the team is dealing with injuries at critical positions.
Player Activations and Their Impact
Michael Jordan has stepped in as a potential starting right guard. His activation was essential due to Luke Haggard’s shoulder injury, which kept him inactive for the game. Haggard had previously started for four consecutive weeks following Cody Mauch’s season-ending injury in Week Two.
Jordan also has experience, having started the first two games of the season at left guard. The Buccaneers have had to shuffle their offensive line due to the absence of starting left tackle Tristan Wirfs.
Owen Wright’s Role
The activation of Owen Wright enhances the running back depth. With Bucky Irving and Josh Williams sidelined, Wright joins Rachaad White and Sean Tucker in the backfield. Wright’s ability to contribute significantly boosts the team’s offensive options against the Lions.
Understanding the Practice Squad Elevation Rule
The NFL’s practice squad elevation option allows teams to activate two players from the practice squad for each game. The Buccaneers utilized both of their elevation options in Week Seven, increasing their game day roster to 55 players while maintaining 48 active players for the game.
Transaction Guidelines
- Deadline for roster transactions on Monday: 4:00 p.m. ET
- Players can be elevated up to three times in the regular season.
- Elevated players revert to the practice squad after the game.
This activation marks Jordan’s final elevation for the regular season, while Wright’s utilization represents his second elevation. Jordan was drafted in the fourth round by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2019 and has played for various teams, including the Buccaneers. He brings experience with 69 total games and 42 starts.
Wright, who became a Buccaneers player at the end of July, was previously waived but re-signed shortly before his activation. During the preseason, he stood out as the team’s leading rusher with notable performance statistics, including 100 rushing yards from 25 carries.
Conclusion
With Jordan and Wright activated for the critical game against the Lions, the Buccaneers aim to maximize their roster strength. These roster moves reflect the strategic importance of adapting to injuries while adhering to NFL rules.
