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CHRISTIAN IZIEN
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Improved numbers in shortened '24 Izien, who finished the 2024 season on injured reserve due to a pectoral injury, recorded 75 tackles (48 solo), three passes defensed, including one interception, and one forced fu...
Impact Despite playing three fewer games than in his rookie 2023 campaign, Izien logged just 27 fewer snaps on defense and exceeded his prior-season tackle total by 10 stops. Izien allowed just 55.6 percent of passes thrown his way while in primary coverage to be completed, and he impressively recorded at least 10 tackles in three games, including 13 stops during his final contest of the season against Dallas in Week 16. Izien will enter the third year of his rookie contract in 2025 and should be healthy enough to resume his role as the Buccaneers' top slot cornerback by the time training camp begins, if not earlier in the offseason.
JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Todd Bowles Saw Big Strides from: Luke Goedeke, Christian Izien in 2024 Tackle Luke Goedeke built on a promising 2023 season at right tackle on a powerful Bucs O-Line, while second-year man Christian Izien went f...
JANUARY 13 • BUCCANEERS.COM
Buccaneers place S Christian Izien (pectoral) on IR The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed starting safety Christian Izien on injured reserve Thursday, likely ending his season.Izien, 24, sustained a...
DECEMBER 26, 2024 • SACBEE.COM
Placed on IR due to pec injury The Buccaneers placed Izien (pectoral) on injured reserve Thursday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.
Impact Izien suffered a pectoral injury during the Buccaneers' Week 16 loss to the Cowboys, and it appears severe enough for him to warrant a multi-week absence. He is required to miss at least the next four games, which means he won't be eligible to return from IR until the NFC Conference Championship, assuming Tampa Bay makes it that far. With his 2024 regular-season over, Izien will finish with 75 tackles (48 solo), three pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble across 14 regular-season games. Izien's loss is a blow to the Bucs' secondary, but the good news for Tampa Bay is that Jordan Whitehead (pectoral) was designated to return from IR on Tuesday and could be activated ahead of Sunday's NFC South clash against the Panthers.
DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Managing pectoral injury Izien (pectoral) was estimated as a non-participant in practice Wednesday.
Impact Izien posted a season-high 13 tackles Sunday against Dallas, but it appears he also suffered a pec injury. His likelihood of missing the Week 17 contest against Carolina on Sunday should become clearer as the practice week progresses. Tampa Bay could be very thin at the safety position with Antoine Winfield (knee), Mike Edwards (hamstring), Kaevon Merriweather (knee) and Jordan Whitehead (pectoral-IR) also dealing with injuries.
DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Leading tackler versus Cowboys Izien tallied 13 tackles (nine solo) during Tampa Bay's loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.
Impact Izien got the start at safety as Antoine Winfield (knee) Kaevon Merriweather (knee) were both out, and he ended up leading the team in tackles. The 24-year-old has now racked up a career high 75 tackles (48 solo) and will look to increase his totals during the team's final two matchups of the season.
DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Leading tackler versus Cowboys Izien tallied 13 tackles (nine solo) during Tampa Bay's loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.
Impact Izien got the start at safety as Antoine Winfield (knee) Kaevon Merriweather (knee) were both out, and he ended up leading the team in tackles. The 24-year-old has now racked up a career high 75 tackles (48 solo) and will look to increase his totals during the team's final two matchups of the season.
DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to rock Izien (groin) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact The undrafted second-year pro from Rutgers upgraded to full practice Friday after beginning the week with back-to-back limited sessions, so it appears he's recovered from his groin injury in time to suit up in Week 16. Izien has played all over the field for the Bucs' defense, and he's expected to serve as the team's top reserve safety and cornerback Sunday.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Still working through groin injury Izien (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact Izien played through a groin injury during the Bucs' Week 15 win over the Chargers and finished with one solo tackle across 40 defensive snaps. He'll have two more chances to increase his practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against Dallas.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Will play versus Chargers Izien (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Impact Izien was limited with a groin injury during practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he'll be ready to suit up for his 13th game this season. The second-year pro has totaled 61 tackles and one interception so far this season. He should continue serving as the Buccaneers' top backup safety and slot corner.
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Bucs-Chargers Inactives | The "I's" Have It: Bucky Irving, Christian Izien to Play Rookie RB Bucky Irving and versatile defensive back Christian Izien were considered game-day decisions to play Sunday, but both passed their...
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • BUCCANEERS.COM
Questionable for Sunday Izien (groin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers.
Impact Izien appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Week 15, as he upgraded from limited practice Wednesday and Thursday to a full session Friday. The Rutgers product has been productive in 12 appearances this season, recording 61 total tackles and three passes defended, including one interception. If Izien can play through his groin issue Sunday, he's expected to serve as Tampa Bay's top backup safety and slot corner.
DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Bothered by groin injury Izien was deemed a non-participant in Wednesday's practice walkthrough due to a groin injury, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Impact Izien logged 98 percent of Tampa Bay's defensive snaps Sunday against Las Vegas, so it's not clear when the groin injury occurred. He did deal with a groin issue (while also managing an elbow injury) in mid-October, but there's no evidence that his current issue is connected. Izien's injury adds to a long list of health issues to the Buccaneers' secondary, including to starters Antoine Winfield (knee), Mike Edwards (hamstring) and Tykee Smith (knee).
DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Bucs' leading tackler in win Izien recorded 10 tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 30-7 win at the Giants.
Impact Helping to lead a defensive effort that held the Giants to just 245 yards of total offense Sunday, Izien managed his best tackle total since Week 2 while playing from the slot with Tykee Smith out. Izien will be on the outer fringes of the IDP radar in most formats when Tampa Bay travels to Carolina in Week 13.
NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Impresses in loss Izien recorded nine total tackles (seven solo), including two tackles for loss, in Sunday's 31-26 loss to the Falcons.
Impact The second-year pro from Rutgers was Tampa Bay's second-leading tackler in Sunday's loss, trailing only K.J. Britt's 10-stop effort. Izien has become a vital part of Tampa Bay's secondary this season, recording 40 total tackles and three passes defended, including one interception, through the seven appearances. He's expected to continue making plays as the Buccaneers travel to Kansas City in Week 9.
OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Full go Friday Izien (elbow) was a full participant in Friday's practice.
Impact Izien upgraded from limited work Thursday to a full practice Friday, suggesting that he's moved past his elbow injury. The Rutgers product is now expected to play in Monday night's matchup against the Ravens unless his practice participation downgrades Saturday.
OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Limited workload Thursday Izien (elbow) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.
Impact Izien is in danger of missing his second straight game. However, his limited workload Thursday is a progression from last week's string of DNPs. Antoin Winfield (foot) was also limited Thursday, and Izien would presumably be next-man-up if he is ultimately unable to give it a go. The Buccaneers do not play until Monday, giving everyone an extra day to recover.
OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Izien (elbow) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Impact Izien didn't practice all week after likely sustaining an elbow injury in the Buccaneers' Week 5 loss to the Falcons, so it's no surprise he won't suit up in Week 6. With Izien ruled out and both Antoine Winfield (foot) and Jordan Whitehead (groin) listed as questionable for Sunday's contest, Kaevon Merriweather is currently the only safety on the Bucs' active roster without an injury designation.
OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
DNP to open week Izien (elbow) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session.
Impact Izien registered seven tackles (five solo) during the Bucs' Week 5 loss to the Falcons, but it appears he may have picked up an elbow injury in the process. He'll have two more chances this week to practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints. Izien has recorded 30 tackles (20 solo), three passes defended (one interception) and one forced fumble through the first five games of the regular season.
OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Eight tackles in defeat Izien recorded eight total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-7 loss to Denver.
Impact Izien was a busy man for a second straight week, drawing another start for Antoine Winfield (foot) at free safety. Izien finished tied with linebacker Lavonte David for the second-most stops on the team behind cornerback Jamel Dean. To this point in 2024, Izien has compiled 20 total tackles (13 solo), an interception, three passes defensed and a forced fumble over three games.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Eight tackles in defeat Izien recorded eight total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-7 loss to Denver.
Impact Izien was a busy man for a second straight week, drawing another start for Antoine Winfield (foot) at free safety. Izien finished tied with linebacker Lavonte David for the second-most stops on the team behind cornerback Jamel Dean. To this point in 2024, Izien has compiled 20 total tackles (13 solo), an interception, three passes defensed and a forced fumble over three games.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Christian Izien on Regrouping, Handling Their Business | Press Conference Tampa Bay Buccaneers Safety Christian Izien spoke to the media after the Bucs' game against the Denver Broncos in Week 3 of the 2024 NFL Sea...
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • BUCCANEERS.COM
Christian Izien on Regrouping, Handling Their Business | Press Conference | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • YOUTUBE
Christian Izien's Favorite Football Position is "On the Field" Second-year DB Christian Izien will happily fill any role that keeps him involved in the Bucs' defense, and his multiple position switches i...
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • BUCCANEERS.COM
Snatches interception in start Izien recorded nine total tackles (five solo), an interception and two passes defensed in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Lions.
Impact Izien was thrust into a starting role at free safety with Antoine Winfield (foot) unavailable versus Detroit. Izien made the most of his opportunity, picking off Jared Goff in the fourth quarter. The 24-year-old will likely draw another start in Week 3 against the Broncos.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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