Buccaneers, Falcons Injury Update: Evans, Irving, Smith Ruled Out

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Injury Report

Wide receiver Mike Evans, cornerback Jamel Dean, and linebacker Lavonte David were among the notable non-participants in the Buccaneers' practice on Wednesday.

Evans is dealing with a calf injury, Dean is nursing a toe injury, and David is recovering from a hamstring injury.

Other players who did not practice on Wednesday include: running back Leonard Fournette (ankle), defensive tackle Akiem Hicks (foot), and safety Mike Edwards (hamstring).

Atlanta Falcons Injury Report

The Falcons also had a number of key players who did not practice on Wednesday.

Wide receiver Calvin Ridley (personal reasons), defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (ankle), and linebacker Deion Jones (knee) were all held out of practice.

Other players who did not practice on Wednesday include: running back Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle), wide receiver Russell Gage (concussion), and safety Erik Harris (hamstring).

Implications for Sunday's Game

The injuries to Evans and Ridley are significant blows to both offenses.

Evans is the Buccaneers' leading receiver, and Ridley is the Falcons' second-leading receiver.

The injuries to Dean and Jarrett could also have a major impact on the game.

Dean is one of the Buccaneers' best cornerbacks, and Jarrett is one of the Falcons' best defensive tackles.

The status of all of these players is up in the air for Sunday's game.