Promising Buccaneers Rookie RB Reportedly Out Against Falcons

Source: ESPN

TAMPA, Fla. -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be without one of their most promising offensive players when they face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

Rookie running back Ronald Jones II is reportedly out for the game with a hamstring injury, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Jones has been a key part of the Buccaneers' offense this season, rushing for 352 yards and two touchdowns in seven games.

Backup Options

With Jones out, the Buccaneers will likely turn to Peyton Barber as their lead running back.

Barber has rushed for 248 yards and two touchdowns this season, but he has also fumbled three times.

The Buccaneers could also give more playing time to rookie running back Dare Ogunbowale, who has rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown this season.

Impact on Buccaneers' Offense

Jones' absence is a significant blow to the Buccaneers' offense.

He is their most explosive playmaker out of the backfield, and his absence will make it more difficult for the Buccaneers to move the ball.

The Buccaneers will need Barber and Ogunbowale to step up in Jones' absence if they want to continue their winning ways.

Buc's Record Without Jones

The Buccaneers are 3-4 this season when Jones does not play.

They are 4-3 this season when Jones plays.

The Buccaneers will need to find a way to win without Jones if they want to make the playoffs this season.