Tykee Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Breakout effort in '25 Smith finished the 2025 regular season with 100 tackles (61 solo), including 2.0 sacks, 13 defensed passes, including one interception, and two fumble recoveries across 16 games.

Impact The second-year pro had already displayed a penchant for solid tackle numbers and getting his hands on the ball during his 13-game rookie 2024 campaign, but Smith took a clear step forward in 2025 while holding down a starting role. The Georgia product logged a career-high 890 snaps from scrimmage, and he played on 94 percent or greater of the defense's plays in all but his injury-shortened Week 14. Given his impressive development this season, Smith will head into 2026 ready to once again man the starting free safety role and form one of the league's best tandems at the position with Antoine Winfield.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Looks poised for return Smith (neck/shoulder) practiced in full Wednesday.

Impact Smith was sidelined for Tampa Bay's Week 15 loss to Atlanta, though he looks to be in line to return for Sunday's pivotal divisional matchup with the Panthers. He should continue to occupy a key role in Tampa Bay's secondary while posting solid IDP numbers.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive as expected Smith (neck/shoulder is inactive for Thursday's game against Atlanta, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Smith entered Thursday with a doubtful designation, as he was unable to practice Monday or Tuesday. Both Kaevon Merriweather and Christian Izien are likely to see additional snaps in Smith's absence.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Falcons Smith (neck/shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Falcons, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Smith is likely headed for his first absence of the season after getting hurt in this past Sunday's loss to the Saints. In the likely event that Smith's ruled out Thursday, Kaevon Merriweather would be in line to start at free safety.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week with two DNPs Smith (neck/shoulder) did not participate in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Smith injured his neck and shoulder during the Buccaneers' 24-20 loss to the Saints on Sunday. He's opened the week with back-to-back DNPs, and if he were to miss Wednesday's practice, he would likely be ruled out for Thursday night's NFC South clash against the Falcons. Christian Izien (neck) would be slated to start at safety if Smith is not cleared to play.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Smith (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Smith was evaluated for a concussion, ultimately being cleared from that particular injury, but his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain due to a stinger. In his absence, Christian Izien will continue to operate in a more significant role in Tampa Bay's secondary.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Possible concussion Smith is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Smith has been taken to the locker room, where he will be evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Christian Izien has come into the game at safety due to Smith's injury.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fumble recovery in victory Smith recorded two total tackles (one solo) and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 20-17 win over Arizona.

Impact Smith was limited to a season-low two takedowns in Week 13, but he was able to secure his second fumble recovery of the year, picking up the loose ball after Logan Hall stripped Bam Knight in the third quarter. The safety has now registered 87 total tackles (52 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while also adding 12 passes defensed, one of which is an interception, and two fumble recoveries over 12 contests this season.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six tackles in loss Smith recorded six total tackles (four solo), one of which was for a loss, and a pass defensed in Sunday night's 34-7 loss to the Rams.

Impact Smith finished tied for third on the team in takedowns with cornerback Jacob Parrish, securing at least six stops for the 10th time this season. The linebacker has now compiled 85 total tackles (51 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while also adding 12 passes defensed, one of which is an interception, and a fumble recovery over 11 contests this year.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tykee Smith Creating "Havoc" | By the Numbers, Week 12 In his first year as a full-time starter at safety, second-year defender Tykee Smith is pacing all NFL defensive backs in splash plays…And o...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Posts five stops vs. Buffalo Smith logged five tackles (four solo) and two pass defenses during the Buccaneers' 44-32 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Impact Smith finished as the Buccaneers' third-leading tackler in a game in which Tampa Bay's defense got dissected by the Buffalo offense led by Josh Allen (three passing touchdowns and three rushing touchdowns). Smith's five tackles Sunday were a season low, and the second-year safety is up to 79 tackles (47 solo), including 2.0 sacks, 11 pass defenses (one interception) and one fumble recovery through 10 regular-season games, three of which he's played every single defensive snap.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Parrish, Tykee Smith Among NFL's Top Playmaking DBs | Data Crunch Rookie CB Jacob Parrish is near the top of the NFL leaderboards in tackles for loss and snagged his first career interception on Sunday, whi...

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Cleared to return Smith was cleared to return to Sunday's game against the Bills after exiting the contest with a potential concussion.

Impact Smith exited after a big stop in the second quarter with a potential concussion. The safety was able to clear the league's concussion protocol, passing an independent neurological evaluation to return to the game.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Possible concussion Smith is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills.

Impact Smith took a hit to the head during the second quarter, and he's being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Christian Izien and Kaevon Merriweather are candidates to see more snaps at safety in Smith's absence.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Is safety Tykee Smith the Bucs' most valuable player on defense? The second-year defensive back is filling up the stat sheet and drawing comparisons to Antoine Winfield Jr. and Lavonte David.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • TAMPABAY.COM

Emeka Egbuka, Tykee Smith & More on Making an Impact | Press Conferences Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka, DL Elijah Roberts & S Tykee Smith after Wednesday's Week 11 walkthrough.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Picks off Maye in Week 10 loss Smith registered eight tackles (four solo) and an interception during the Buccaneers' 28-23 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Impact Smith halted the Patriots' red zone drive in the third quarter, when he picked off a pass from Drake Maye intended for Mack Hollins in the end zone. It was the first interception of the season for Smith and the third of his two-year NFL career. The 2024 third-rounder is up to 43 tackles (31 solo), including 2.0 sacks, nine pass defenses and one fumble recovery through nine regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tykee Smith Continues Breakout Sophomore Season with Clutch Interception In his first season as a full-time starter, Smith leads all safeties in tackles, and added his first pick of the year Sunday

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

TreVeyon Henderson, Drake Maye lead the Patriots to a 28-23 victory over the Buccaneers

TreVeyon Henderson had touchdown runs of 69 and 55 yards, Drake Maye threw two TD passes, and the New England Patriots beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 28-23 for their seventh straigh...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Tykee Smith Grabs End Zone INT | Patriots vs. Bucs Highlights S Tykee Smith gets an interception against the New England Patriots in Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Totals eight stops in Week 8 win Smith posted eight tackles (four solo) and a defensed pass Sunday in a 23-3 victory versus New Orleans.

Impact Smith's eight stops ranked second on the Saints. The second-year safety has racked up at least six tackles in all eight of the Buccaneers' games this season and has logged a robust 66 stops on the campaign.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questions surround the Saints' QB situation after a switch during a listless 23-3 loss to the Bucs

Questions surround the New Orleans Saints' quarterback situation after first-year coach Kellen Moore made a change during his team's listless 23-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Increased Role for OLB Anthony Nelson, Containing Running Backs in the Passing Game | Bucs Blitz A look at the Bucs' Week Eight matchup, including the play of Anthony Nelson and Tykee Smith, along with limiting opposing running backs on...

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Tykee Smith, Tristan Wirfs & More on Keeping the Standard | Press Conferences Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers S Tykee Smith, T Tristan Wirfs & OLB Anthony Nelson after Thursday's Week 8 practice.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • BUCCANEERS.COM

Posts big output on MNF Smith tallied 13 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Monday's Week 7 loss to Detroit.

Impact Smith paced the Bucs in tackles with a season-high tally. Among his stops was a sack of Jared Goff late in the second quarter that was immediately followed by a Tampa Bay interception. Smith has emerged as a viable IDP asset early in the season, totaling 58 tackles, including 2.0 sacks, through seven games.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

TYKEE SMITH NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES

TreVeyon Henderson, Drake Maye lead the Patriots to a 28-23 victory over the Buccaneers

Questions surround the Saints' QB situation after a switch during a listless 23-3 loss to the Bucs