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Vita Vea on Run Defense vs. Colts, Final Games of the Season ' Press Conference Defensive lineman Vita Vea spoke to the media on Wednesday ahead of week 13 vs. the Atlanta Falcons.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • BUCCANEERS.COM

It's time to stop criticizing coaches for refusing to run against the Buccaneers The Buccaneers’ defense presents unique threats against the run. Maybe it’s time to stop bashing opponents for bailing on the ground game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Fournette scores 4 TDs, Brady rallies Bucs past Indy 38-31

Leonard Fournette capped a four-touchdown game with a 28-yard scoring run with 20 seconds left to give Tampa Bay a 38-31 come-from-behind victory at Indianapolis

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Vea grins after losing tooth during play! Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea gets hit by a helmet and loses a tooth in the middle of a play during the game.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • SKY.COM

Buccaneers' Vita Vea shows off bloody smile after losing tooth vs. Colts Vita Vea is one tough dude.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Vita Vea shows off grin after losing a tooth mid-play Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea gets hit by a helmet and loses a tooth in the middle of a play during the game.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • NFL.COM

Colts vs. Buccaneers: Vita Vea loses a tooth and smiles The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive lineman got popped in the mouth while his helmet wasn't securely fastened.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

Active Sunday Vea (knee) will play Sunday against the Colts, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers official site reports.

Impact Vea logged limited practices all week after missing Week 11 against the Giants. The fourth-year pro will help anchor Tampa Bay's defensive line at nose tackle, as they attempt to contain Jonathan Taylor on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: Dalvin Cook out for game with shoulder injury

Minnesota Vikings running Dalvin Cook has been taken off the field on a cart with a shoulder injury is out for the remainder of the game

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Listed as questionable for Week 12 Vea (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Vea has already missed one game with the issue but has been able to practice on a limited basis all week. His return would push Steve McLendon back into a depth role.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brady leads Bucs bunch back to Indy for another big game

Tom Brady’s NFL legacy runs right through Indianapolis

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Brady, SB champions shift attention to solving road woes

Winning for the first time in nearly a month was a relief for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who now face the challenge of finding a way to regain their mojo on the road

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Should be ready Sunday Vea (knee) should be able to play Sunday against the Colts according to head coach Bruce Arians, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Impact Vea was very close to playing Monday in Tampa Bay's win over the Giants, the report added. The former first-round selection's presence will be greatly appreciated on the defensive line as they square off with the Colts and the NFL's leading rusher, Jonathan Taylor, in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Brady tosses 2 TDs, Buccaneers beat Giants 30-10

Tom Brady threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the New York Giants 30-10

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Rob Gronkowski and Saquon Barkley are back for Giants-Bucs

Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski and Giants running back Saquon Barkley are back in the lineup for Monday night’s game between New York and Tampa Bay

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Inactive for Monday night Vea (knee) is officially listed as inactive for Monday night's matchup against the Giants.

Impact Vea did not practice all week and came into Monday night unlikely to play. Rakeem Nunez-Roches should step in as the team's starting nose tackle against a New York rushing game that will have star running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) back in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive as expected Vea (knee) is inactive for Monday's game against the Giants.

Impact Vea was considered doubtful for Monday's contest, so it's hardly a surprise he's not suiting up versus New York. Rakeem Nunez-Roches should take on a more significant role for Tampa Bay in his absence.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bucs injury report: Antonio Brown out, Vita Vea doubtful vs. Giants Check out the latest injury report for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into Monday night’s game against the New York Giants

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Listed as doubtful Vea (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Giants.

Impact Vea was held out of practice all week and is unlikely to suit up Monday as a result. If he's unable to play, Rakeem Nunez-Roches (ankle) will likely serve as the starting defensive tackle.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Non-participant again Friday Vea (knee) didn't participate in Friday's practice session, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vea sustained a bone bruise and slight MCL sprain last week and has been unable to practice Thursday and Friday. If he hopes to play Monday against the Giants, he'll likely have to practice in some form Saturday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arians: Super Bowl champs need to do some 'soul searching'

Bruce Arians is at a loss for words to explain what’s going on with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Could avoid IR stint Vea was diagnosed with a bone bruise and slight MCL sprain Monday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vea was carted off the field late in Sunday's loss to Washington, but it appears as though he avoided a long-term injury. The 26-year-old's status for Week 11 should come into focus based on his participation in practice ahead of Monday's game against the Giants.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains knee injury Vea suffered a knee injury late in Sunday's loss to Washington, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Vea had to be carted off the field in the final minute of Sunday's contest, and coach Bruce Arians said after the game that he doesn't yet know the severity of the injury. The 26-year-old logged two solo tackles prior to his departure. If he's forced to miss time, Rakeem Nunez-Roches should see additional playing time.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brady picked off twice in 1st; Bucs lose to Washington 29-19

Tom Brady threw two interceptions in the first quarter as part of an implosion by the reigning Super Bowl champions, helping Washington upset the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 29-19 despite...

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • Associated Press

Erik McCoy on Vita Vea, Week 8 vs. Bucs 10/28/21 New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy post-practice interview ahead of the Saints' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in week 8 of the 202...

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

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Tom Brady tosses 2 TDs, Buccaneers beat Giants 30-10

Rob Gronkowski and Saquon Barkley are back for Giants-Bucs

Arians: Super Bowl champs need to do some 'soul searching'

Brady picked off twice in 1st; Bucs lose to Washington 29-19