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Fantasy Player Profile Shaquil Barrett

  • Shaquil Barrett
  • LB #7
  • Shaquil
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@ATL: #23 vs opposing LB - 22.46 FPA
Bye Week5Rank62% Rostered-% Change-WK 13 Pts0.50WK 14 Proj. Pts3.90
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1@MIN
Win, 20-17
3.50
2CHI
Win, 27-17
13.00
3PHI
Loss, 11-25
0.00
4@NO
Win, 26-9
3.00
5Bye  0.00
6DET
Loss, 6-20
3.00
7ATL
Loss, 13-16
10.50
8@BUF
Loss, 18-24
4.00
9@HOU
Loss, 37-39
7.00
10TEN
Win, 20-6
4.50
11@SF
Loss, 14-27
5.00
12@IND
Loss, 20-27
3.50
13CAR
Win, 21-18
0.50
14@ATL
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
15@GB
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
16JAX
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
0.00
17NO
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
18@CAR
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1@MIN,
W 20-17
3----3.50
2CHI,
W 27-17
211--13.00
3PHI,
L 11-25
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4@NO,
W 26-9
3----3.00
5Bye-----0.00
6DET,
L 6-20
2----3.00
7ATL,
L 13-16
41-1-10.50
8@BUF,
L 18-24
3----4.00
9@HOU,
L 37-39
31-1-7.00
10TEN,
W 20-6
21---4.50
11@SF,
L 14-27
4----5.00
12@IND,
L 20-27
3----3.50
13CAR,
W 21-18
-----0.50
14@ATL,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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15@GB,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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16JAX,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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17NO,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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18@CAR,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Another sack in big win

    Barrett had three total tackles and one sack in Sunday's 20-6 win against the Titans.

    Analysis: Barrett saw a dropoff in snaps Sunday with only 29 after six straight games with 40 or more, but he still was able to record his fourth sack of the season, putting him second on the team in sacks on the season. The 30-year-old's value comes mostly in his ability to sack the quarterback, but in games where he doesn't, his output is lacking.

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Registers sack in loss

    Barrett had seven tackles (four solo), one sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Barrett's forced fumble came on a strip sack of Desmond Ridder at the end of the second quarter with the Falcons in the red zone to keep the score tied at 10-10 heading into halftime. The nine-year linebacker out of Colorado State continues to serve as a veteran presence for the Bucs' defense and will look to help the team get back in the win column in a Thursday night matchup against the Bills.

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four stops after overcoming illness

    Barrett (illness) tallied four tackles (two solo) in the Buccaneers' 20-6 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett went into Sunday with a questionable designation due to an illness, but he played on 64 percent of the defense's snaps and turned in a solid tackle total. The veteran linebacker is off to a slow start this season by his standards, as he's recorded a modest 13 stops and just one sack over five games, although he does have a pick-six as well.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 11:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active despite illness

    Barrett (illness) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, but he'll still be available Sunday. Through four games, the veteran pass rusher has tallied nine tackles, one sack and one interception while playing around 60 percent of the team's defensive snaps.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable with illness

    Barrett (illness) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 6 matchup with the Lions, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Barrett popped up on the Bucs' injury report Thursday. His status Sunday is ultimately going to come down to how he is feeling closer to kickoff. Anthony Nelson and YaYa Diaby are candidates to fill in at outside linebacker opposite Joe Tryon-Shoyinka should he not be able to give it a go.

    Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets big pick-six in win

    Barrett recorded two tackles, including a sack, and returned an interception for a touchdown against the Bears in a Week 2 victory Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett was on the field for just over half of Tampa Bay's defensive snaps and made the most of his playing time, registering a sack of Justin Fields early in the second quarter and notching a pick-six late in the fourth period to put the Bucs up by 10 points. The touchdown was the nine-year veteran's first in the NFL. The sack was also his first so far this season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 6:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Feels 'close to 100 percent'

    Barrett, who suffered a torn Achilles in Week 8 last season, feels like he's already close to full health early in training camp, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett is just a few days over nine months removed from his Oct. 27 Achilles tear, but he managed to avoid the active/PUP list to start training camp and then operated at full speed in the Buccaneers' first practice Wednesday. Barrett credits the team's medical and training staff for developing a plan that put him on pace to be healthy for the start of camp and also allow him to immediately begin participating without restrictions mentally. "All of the running and the change of direction stuff…read more

    Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fully cleared to begin camp

    Barrett (Achilles) has been fully cleared to practice at training camp, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: The 30-year-old avoided the PUP list to begin camp and is healed after tearing his Achilles' tendon in Week 8 of last season. Barrett registered three sacks in eight games prior to his injury. The NFL's sacks leader with 19.5 in 2019, Barrett is looking for a bounce-back season for a rebuilding Bucs club.

    Published: Mon, Jul 24 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing to start minicamp

    Barrett (Achilles) isn't practicing during the start of Tampa Bay's three-day mandatory minicamp Tuesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett tore his Achilles in Week 8 last season, but he said earlier in the offseason that he's "ready to go" and doesn't "anticipate missing any games" to start 2023. However, it's not surprising to see the Buccaneers taking a cautious approach with the veteran linebacker this offseason. Barrett recorded 37.5 sacks across his first three years in Tampa Bay before missing most of 2022.

    Published: Tue, Jun 13 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to play Week 1

    Barrett (Achilles) expects to be good to go for Tampa Bay's season opener, Bobby Kownack of the NFL's official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett, who tore his Achilles in Week 8 of last season, said that he's "ready to go" and that he doesn't "anticipate missing any games" when the 2023 campaign rolls around. The 250-pound linebacker has been a crucial piece within the Buccaneers' defensive unit over the last four years, and he's slated to slot back into his usual starting linebacker/edge rusher role.

    Published: Fri, Apr 21 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Optimistic for timely return

    Barrett (Achilles) said in an interview after Monday's wild-card loss to the Cowboys that he's walking with a normal stride again and hopes to be ready for the start of next preseason, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Barrett missed Tampa Bay's final 10 games of the 2022-23 campaign as a result of the torn Achilles he suffered back in Week 8. The Buccaneers proceeded to place the 30-year-old on injured reserve, and it now it sounds as if Barrett is confident that he'll make a full recovery heading into next season.

    Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    Barrett (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After suffering a torn Achilles in Week 8 versus the Ravens, Barrett is officially done for the season. The 30-year-old will finish the 2022 campaign with 31 tackles, including three sacks, while also forcing a fumble over eight games. In his absence, Anthony Nelson will likely operate in a starting role at outside linebacker moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 8:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Achilles tear confirmed

    Barrett suffered a torn left Achilles' tendon in Thursday's loss to the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN ports.

    Analysis: Barrett will miss the rest of the season and faces an estimated rehab timeline of 7-to-9 months. The linebacker has recorded 40.5 sacks in 54 career regular-season games for Tampa Bay, while veteran backups Carl Nassib and Anthony Nelson have 32 career sacks combined. Barrett turns 30 years old in November and is signed to a four-year, $68.5 million contract that runs through 2024, making him a potential cap casualty this coming offseason

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be done for season

    Barrett is believed to have suffered a torn Achilles and will undergo an MRI on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Barrett went down with a lower leg injury in the third quarter of Thursday's loss to the Ravens and, it is feared that he suffered a torn Achilles after initial examinations. More clarity on his status will be provided following Friday's imaging, but the 29-year-old appears likely to be done for the season. If that's the case, Anthony Nelson and Carl Nassib are candidates to step into a starting role at outside linebacker.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffered Achilles injury

    Barrett was forced to exit Thursday's contest against the Ravens with an Achilles injury, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Head Coach Todd Bowles clarified after the game that Barrett suffered an Achilles injury and that it could be serious. The linebacker was carted to the locker room during the third quarter of the matchup. Expect Carl Nassib and Anthony Nelson to see larger roles if Barrett is sidelined for an extended period.

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Forced out Thursday

    Barrett was ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Ravens with an ankle injury, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Barrett recorded four tackles and a sack before going down with an ankle injury early in the third quarter. The veteran outside linebacker was then checked out on the Buccaneers' sideline before being carted to the locker room, according to Greg Auman of The Athletic, and his next chance to play will come against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 6. In Barrett's stead, expect Carl Nassib and Anthony Nelson to play increased roles against Baltimore.

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Barrett (illness) will play Sunday against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Barrett popped up on the injury report Saturday due to an unspecified illness. However, the veteran linebacker is feeling well enough to play, and he should fill his usual role at starting outside linebacker.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable with illness

    Barrett is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh with an unspecified illness, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Barrett seemingly fell ill Saturday and now appears to be in jeopardy of missing his first game action of 2022. If the two-time Pro Bowler can't go, Anthony Nelson would be in line to see more reps on the edge.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid tackle tally Week 5

    Barrett complied five tackles (three solo) and was credited with a quarterback hit during the Buccaneers' 21-15 win over the Falcons in Week 5.

    Analysis: Barrett drew even with multiple players for second on the team in stops while tying his own season high in the process. The veteran only has a pair of Week 2 sacks to his name thus far, but his average of 4.2 tackles per contest puts him on pace for a career-best 71 stops over a 17-game season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets two sacks Sunday

    Barrett recorded five tackles, including two sacks, and an additional quarterback hit in the Buccaneers' 20-10 win over the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: After a quiet opener against the Cowboys where he tallied just a pair of stops, Barrett bounced back with a typically disruptive effort. The 29-year-old's first two quarterback takedowns of the season were part of a six-sack effort overall for the Buccaneers, and Barrett should continue to provide plenty of pressure in an aggressive scheme that he'd collected 37 sacks in over the prior three years coming into the season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy and set for regular season

    Barrett, who recorded a solo tackle in the preseason finale against the Colts on Saturday night, made it through training camp and preseason healthy and once again projects for a pass-rush-heavy role out of his starting right outside linebacker spot.

    Analysis: Barrett logged double-digit sacks for the second time in his career last season, tallying 10 quarterback takedowns after slipping to eight in 2020. The veteran once again proved highly durable in 2021 as well, seeing action in 15 regular-season games and then bouncing back from a December knee injury to suit up in both the Buccaneers' postseason contests. Additionally, with Tampa Bay declining to bring back the veteran duo of Jason Pierre-Paul and Ndamukong Suh this offseason, Barrett's…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records INT in return

    Barrett recorded an interception during the Buccaneers' 31-15 wild-card win over the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett was relatively quiet overall while logging 31 snaps (47 percent) in his return from a two-game absence due to a knee sprain and COVID-19. The standout pass rusher did manage to snag a pick that led to a Mike Evans touchdown grab on the next play, however, and his ability to potentially handle a larger workload will be key in helping slow down a potent Rams offense in Sunday's divisional-round clash.

    Published: Tue, Jan 18 at 10:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not listed on injury report

    Barrett (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's wild-card matchup with the Eagles.

    Analysis: Barrett was limited during the first two practices of the week, but he was able to log a full session Friday and has been cleared for Sunday. As expected, the veteran pass rusher will return for the playoffs after missing the final two games of the regular season. He's recorded 51 tackles and 10 sacks in 15 appearances this year, so his presence should be a big boost to Tampa Bay's defense

    Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited at practice

    Barrett (knee) remained limited at Thursday's practice, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett returned to practice Thursday in a limited capacity after being activated from the COVID list Tuesday. The linebacker was estimated as a limited participant at Wednesday's walkthrough, but his official return Thursday likely means he will be able to play in Sunday's wild-card contest with the Eagles.

    Published: Thu, Jan 13 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Barrett (knee) was estimated as a limited participant at Wednesday's walkthrough, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old was activated off of the COVID list Tuesday and was estimated as limited Wednesday as the Bucs gear up to face the Eagles on Sunday. Barrett is still working his way through a knee injury, but it seems likely that he will be available for the team's wild-card game this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated off reserve/COVID-19 list

    Barrett (knee) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The linebacker suffered an MCL and ACL injury in Week 16 against the Panthers, ending his regular season. Barrett was forced to be away from the team after being placed on the COVID list Jan. 7, but he'll return to the Buccaneers just in time to practice before their playoff matchup with the Eagles on Sunday. Head coach Bruce Arians said he expects Barrett to be available for the contest, yet his status at practice moving forward will shed a better light on his true chances to play.

    Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID-19 list

    Barrett (knee) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett had already been ruled out for the rest of the regular season. However, there are expectations he could return for the playoffs, so it is possible Barrett may not miss additional time despite the move into COVID protocols. However, he will be unable to rehab his sprained MCL and ACL at the Buccaneers' facilities until he clears protocols.

    Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Progressing in recovery

    Coach Bruce Arians said Wednesday that he's hopeful Barrett (knee) will be able to return for the first week of the playoffs, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett was diagnosed with a sprained MCL and ACL in late December and has been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season. However, he's made good progress in his recovery so far and has a chance to return to the field to begin the postseason.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for regular season

    Barrett has been diagnosed with both a sprained MCL and ACL and will miss at least two games, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The knee injuries will bring Barrett's regular season to a close, which leaves the Buccaneers' defense without its top pass rusher for both Weeks 17 and 18. While Barrett will be sidelined for the next couple weeks, head coach Bruce Arians hopes he will be ready to return for the postseason.

    Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • May have minor MCL injury

    Coach Bruce Arians said that it looks like Barrett suffered a minor MCL injury during Sunday's win over the Panthers, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett had four tackles -- including two for loss -- before leaving the team's Week 16 contest in the second half. In his absence, Anthony Nelson replaced him and recorded his third sack of the season. It's unclear how much time Barrett may miss, but Tampa Bay -- who clinched the AFC South by beating the Panthers -- will likely be cautious with their star pass rusher.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for remainder of game

    Barrett (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Panthers, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett had four tackles -- including two for loss -- before leaving the team's Week 16 contest in the second half. In his absence, Anthony Nelson is expected to see increased snaps for the remainder of the contest.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Terrorizes Allen in Week 14 win

    Barrett recorded three tackles (two solo), including 1.5 sacks, and was credited with five quarterback hits overall in the Buccaneers' 33-27 overtime win over the Bills in Week 14.

    Analysis: Barrett's final numbers underscore what a thorn in the side of Josh Allen he was throughout the afternoon. The pass-rushing specialist is now up to 9.0 sacks on the campaign, surpassing his 2020 total by one. Barrett has 3.5 of those takedowns in the last three contests and is now just 12 tackles away from surpassing the career-best 58 he recorded during his 2019 debut campaign in Tampa Bay.

    Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up pair of sacks

    Barrett compiled eight tackles (five solo), including two sacks and an additional tackle for loss, in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Colts on Sunday. He also recovered a fumble.

    Analysis: It was a stellar all-around IDP performance by Barrett, who was much more active on the tackling front than usual and ended up coleading the team in stops alongside Jordan Whitehead. The veteran pass-rushing linebacker hadn't gotten to the quarterback since Week 7 prior to Sunday, and he now is just a half-sack away from tying the eight he compiled across 15 games last season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 6:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of QB hits in win

    Barrett furnished two solo tackles and was credited with two quarterback hits in the Buccaneers' 30-10 win over the Giants in Week 11.

    Analysis: The veteran linebacker made sure Daniel Jones knew he was in the neighborhood on a couple of occasions but wasn't able to snap what is now a three-game sackless streak. Barrett's production, modest as it was, nevertheless represented a notable improvement over a frustrating Week 10 outing against Washington in which he did not record a stat over 54 snaps.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another sack in Week 7 win

    Barrett logged four tackles (three solo), including a sack, in the Buccaneers' 38-3 win over the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett got to the quarterback for the fourth straight game, a fantasy-friendly stretch during which he's also posted at least four tackles in three consecutive contests. The veteran linebacker is up to 5.5 sacks on the season with his current surge, leaving him just 2.5 shy of his 2020 tally, which took him 15 games to accomplish.

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shares team lead in tackles

    Barrett recorded five tackles (four solo), including half a sack and another 1.5 tackles for loss, in the Buccaneers' 28-22 win over the Eagles on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The active linebacker continued a recent stretch of strong play that's now seen him record three sacks in the last three games. Barrett's five stops also tied a season high, and he now has reached half his 2020 sack total of eight takedowns in just six games. The veteran will look to continue disrupting in a Week 7 home matchup against rookie Justin Fields and the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets to quarterback again

    Barrett tallied four tackles (three solo), including 1.5 sacks, in the Buccaneers' 45-17 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Perhaps Barrett is starting to heat up in the pass-rushing department, as he now has 2.5 sacks over the last pair of contests. Barrett also has at least four tackles in three of his first five contests, putting him on pace for a career-high 61 over a full 17-game sample.

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nabs second sack of season

    Barrett tallied three tackles (all solo), including one sack, and was also credited with a defensed pass in the Buccaneers' 19-17 win over the Patriots on Sunday night.

    Analysis: Barrett broke his sackless streak at two games with a takedown of Mac Jones late in the first half. The 28-year-old has recorded a serviceable 14 tackles through four games, adding an interception alongside his pair of sacks and Sunday's pass breakup. Barrett certainly remains on the IDP radar due to his high upside as a pass rusher, but fantasy managers should be aware he can often be an all-or-nothing proposition on the stat sheet due to his sack-dependent profile.

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts season strong

    Barrett recorded four tackles (three solo), including one sack, and was credited with two quarterback hits overall in the Buccaneers' 31-29 win over the Cowboys in Week 1.

    Analysis: Barrett began paying immediate dividends on the four-year, $72 million contract he signed in the offseason, getting to Dak Prescott for the Buccaneers' only sack on the night. While the 19.5-sack tally he compiled in 2019 is unlikely to ever be within his reach again, another solid campaign akin to his 57-tackle, eight-sack effort in 2020 would be considered a strong contribution on a defense that already has a multitude of players capable of tormenting quarterbacks.

    Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sticks with Tampa

    Barrett is re-signing with Tampa Bay on a four-year, $72 million contract that includes $36 million guaranteed, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Barrett's eight sacks and 16 QB hits in 2020 represented a huge drop-off from 2019 -- 19.5 and 37, respectively -- but he more than made up for it in the playoffs with four sacks and eight QB hits. He and Jason Pierre-Paul form an impressive edge-rush duo in a blitz-happy defense, so it won't come as any surprise if Barrett returns to double-digit sacks in 2021. Barrett will turn 29 in November but has only been a full-time starter for two years now.

    Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Contract crossroads on tap

    Barrett, a pending unrestricted free agent, may not be able to garner the type of payday he's aiming for through either the franchise tag or a long-term deal with Tampa Bay, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Barrett's situation will be one of the most intriguing to monitor this offseason for a Buccaneers roster that has several big names on the cusp of unrestricted free agency. After breaking out for a career-high 19.5 sacks in 2019, Barrett's sack total fell to eight in 2020 while he played under a $15.8 million franchise tag. Barrett proclaimed he would be returning to the defending champions in the aftermath of Tampa Bay's Super Bowl LV win over the Chiefs, but as Laine notes, there could be…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 3 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches sack in Super Bowl

    Barrett, who recorded a sack on his only tackle Sunday during the Buccaneers' 31-9 win over the Chiefs during Super Bowl LV, finished the 2020 regular season with 57 tackles (43 solo), eight sacks, three defensed passes and two forced fumbles across 15 games.

    Analysis: Barrett was never expected to replicate his career-best 19.5-sack effort from 2019, so the fact he took the quarterback down 11.5 fewer times in 2020 -- albeit in one fewer game -- isn't an indication of a substandard performance by any stretch. In fact, Barrett was actually just as effective on the tackle front, and he also was still plenty disruptive as an edge rusher. The 28-year-old had a particularly significant impact in the NFC Championship Game win over the Packers, showing shades of…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 10 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wreaks havoc against Packers

    Barrett recorded five tackles (four solo), including three sacks, and was credited with an additional quarterback hit during the Buccaneers' 31-26 win over the Packers in Sunday's NFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: Following a league-leading 19.5 sacks in 2019, Barrett recorded a modest eight this past regular season. However, the veteran linebacker flashed dominant form often Sunday, much to the chagrin of Aaron Rodgers. Barrett's trio of sacks were his first since Week 14, a game win in which he'd gotten to the Vikings' Kirk Cousins on a pair of occasions. Barrett's considerable pass-rushing acumen figures to be vitally important to the Buccaneers' chances of slowing down Patrick Mahomes and his potent…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 25 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go for Saturday

    Barrett was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Barrett is ready to suit up for Saturday's wild-card matchup against Washington. The linebacker has posted 57 tackles (43 solo), eight sacks and two forced fumbles this season.

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to COVID list

    Barrett was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday and won't be able to play Sunday against the Falcons, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Barrett is considered a close contact to teammate Devin White, who was revealed to have tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday. The edge rusher would still have a chance of suiting up for Tampa Bay's wild-card matchup next weekend, so long as he continues to post negative test results. The Buccaneers have already secured a playoff spot, but any sort of postseason absence from Barrett would undoubtedly be a blow to the NFL's seventh-ranked scoring defense.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of sacks in win

    Barrett posted four tackles (all solo), including two sacks, and was credited with an additional quarterback hit in the Buccaneers' 26-14 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett was an integral part of a six-sack tally against Kirk Cousins, giving him five sacks overall in the last five contests. The late-season surge has helped significantly bolster Barret's IDP value, which had arguably been a disappointment during a season-opening eight-game stretch during which he'd garnered a modest three quarterback takedowns. Barrett is also quickly closing on the season-best 58 tackles he recorded in 2019, needing eight more stops over the last three games to establish…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in narrow loss

    Barrett tallied three solo tackles, including one sack, an additional quarterback hit and a forced fumble in the Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett found a way to churn out a productive IDP stat line despite what was a mostly forgettable day for the Buccaneers defense. The veteran linebacker's forced fumble was particularly timely, as it came when he separated Patrick Mahomes from the ball at Tampa Bay's 15-yard line as the Chiefs appeared on the way to adding to their 17-0 lead. Barrett now has six sacks on the season, a figure that, while still a far cry from the 19.5 he recorded in 2019, does put him into second place on the…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tacks on fifth sack

    Barrett recorded three solo tackles -- two for a loss -- and a sack in Sunday's 46-23 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Despite the blowout nature of Sunday's game, the Panthers attempted just 28 passes, providing a low ceiling for Barrett. He came through nonetheless, notching his fifth sack of the season. The veteran linebacker is going to fall well short of the 19.5 sacks he piled up in 2019, but he has a good chance to hit double digits once again.

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Week 10

    Barrett (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Barrett was added to the injury report Wednesday as a limited participant, but he was able to finish the week with a full practice. The 27-year-old broke a four-game sack-less streak in Week 9 and has four sacks in 2020.

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Barrett (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Beginning the week with back-to-back limited practices isn't ideal, but it's at least encouraging that Barrett hasn't been held out entirely. Unless the 27-year-old pass rusher can upgrade his activity level Friday, though, it looked like he could be destined to carry a 'questionable' tag for Sunday's game in Carolina.

    Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Surfaces on injury report

    Barrett (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Barrett handled a season-low 68 percent snap share in last week's loss to the Saints. His lack of playing time may have been due to this injury, but it also may have been a result of how early the game got out of hand. Regardless, it's a positive sign that he's still able to practice ahead of this Sunday's matchup against Carolina.

    Published: Wed, Nov 11 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in loss

    Barrett totaled four tackles (two solo), including one sack, in the Buccaneers' 38-3 loss to the Saints on Sunday night.

    Analysis: Barrett broke a four-game sack-less streak with his takedown of Drew Brees, which marked the only time all game the Buccaneers got to the future Hall of Famer. The veteran linebacker is considerably off his jaw-dropping 2019 pace, a season that saw him record a league-best 19.5 sacks, which is unsurprising given how heavily focused defensive coordinators were clearly going to be in slowing down Barrett this season. He's offering some decent production on the tackle front with an average of just…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid tackle tally in win

    Barrett posted six tackles (four solo), including one for loss, and also recorded a defensed pass in the Buccaneers' 45-20 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

    Analysis: The versatile linebacker applied solid pressure on Derek Carr on multiple occasions as well while tying his second-highest tackle total of the campaign. Barrett has just three sacks through seven games after posting a league-high and career-best 19.5 in 2019, but that's not exactly surprising when factoring in that offensive coordinators are naturally devising protection schemes with him specifically in mind.

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets to quarterback

    Barrett recorded seven tackles. a sack, a tackle for a loss and a quarterback hit in Week 4 against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Barrett got to Justin Herbert early in the fourth quarter to help the Buccaneers' defense preserve a four-point lead. He now has three sacks for the campaign, all of which have come in the past two games. He remains a key part of the linebackers corps, as he logged a 92 percent snap rate.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two sacks in Week 3 win

    Barrett recorded six tackles (five solo), including two sacks, and was credited with three tackles for loss overall in a 28-10 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

    Analysis: Making his return to the city where he played the first four seasons of his career, Barrett made a splash with his first two quarterback takedowns of 2020. One of those resulted in an early fourth-quarter safety, making it a stellar all-around fantasy day for the veteran linebacker. While he's way off the pace of last season's 19.5-sack season thus far, Barrett is on track for what would be a career-high 75 tackles after recording 14 stops through three games.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Relatively quiet in Week 1 loss

    Barrett recorded three tackles (all solo) and one pass defensed in the Buccaneers' 34-23 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: Last year's NFL sack king got his 2020 campaign off to an inauspicious start against a tough opponent in the Saints. There's naturally an expectation Barrett will be a focus of opponents' pass-protection schemes this season after his 19.5 quarterback takedowns in 2019, meaning the sixth-year pro may have an uphill battle to generate a comparable encore in what is a second consecutive contract year.

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs franchise tag

    Barrett signed his franchise tender Wednesday after he was unable to reach agreement on a long-term contract with the Bucs, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: The Wednesday deadline came and went without Barrett signing a multi-year deal. He'll now play out 2020 under the franchise tag, hoping to build on a 2019 breakout that saw him lead the NFL with 19.5 sacks. The 27-year-old has filed a grievance to be classified as a defensive end rather than an outside linebacker, with the distinction amounting to the difference between a $15.88 million salary and a $17.79 million tag. Barrett isn't likely to win the grievance, but it is possible player and…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 16 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signing franchise tag

    Barrett is set to sign his franchise tender with the Buccaneers, Jelani Scott of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Scott was relaying reporting from NFL Network colleague Ian Rapoport, who confirmed Friday that Barrett will ink the contract that guarantees him a minimum of $15.8 million for 2020. However Rapoport added that Barrett will also be filing a grievance via agent Drew Rosenhaus to be officially classified as a defensive end, a strategy that, if successful, could net him an additional $2 million in salary for the coming season. The veteran pass rusher may ultimately have a valid argument,…read more

    Published: Sat, Jul 11 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to hold out

    Barrett intends on signing the franchise tag if he and the Buccaneers are unable to work out a long-term deal, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Barrett remains hopeful both parties can reach an agreement on a new contract but now is willing to accept the franchise tag if it comes down to it. Previously, it was reported that he was uncertain about signing it. It sounds look he's come to terms with how negotiations are difficult given the NFL's uncertain financial future in the current sports landscape. The 27-year-old recorded 55 tackles (42 solo), one interception and a career-high 19.5 sacks in his first season with Tampa Bay last…read more

    Published: Mon, Jun 29 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unsure about signing tag

    Barrett told NFL Network's Colleen Wolfe that he isn't sure if he'll sign his franchise tag, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Barrett referred to it as a "50/50" proposition, thus leaving the door open for a potential holdout. He's facing a July 15 deadline to sign either the tender or a long-term contract, hoping to cash in after leading the NFL with 19.5 sacks last year.

    Published: Thu, Jun 25 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets franchise tag

    The Bucs are using their franchise tag on Barrett, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Barrett came over from Denver last offseason and gave the Bucs a fantastic return on a one-year, $5 million contract, leading the NFL in both sacks (19.5) and QB hits (37). A blitz-heavy scheme helped create many of those opportunities, but the extent of his production means it would be foolish to dismiss the 26-year-old pass rusher as a one-year wonder. The Bucs will try to work out a long-term contract with Barrett, while quarterback Jameis Winston likely will be allowed to test the open…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 16 at 6:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Might be headed for franchise tag

    Barrett may receive the Buccaneers' franchise tag this offseason, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tampa Bay got a massive return on Barrett's one-year, $5 million contract, with the 27-year-old leading the NFL in both sacks (19.5) and quarterback hits (37) while also ranking third in forced fumbles (six). Barrett managed just 14 sacks in 61 games with the Broncos prior to 2019, but he shouldn't be dismissed as a one-year wonder when the year in question was so dominant. The Bucs likely will use their franchise tag on the star pass rusher if a long-term contract isn't completed within the…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 19 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps season as sack leader

    Barrett recorded six solo tackles and three sacks during Sunday's 28-22 overtime loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Barrett's destructive three-sack finale makes him the first Buccaneer to ever conclude the regular season as the NFL leader in sacks. In his first season with Tampa Bay, Barret also managed to surpass Warren Sapp's previous franchise record of 16.5 sacks. Barrett wraps up his record-breaking 2019 campaign with 58 tackles (45 solo), 19.5 sacks, two defended passes, one interception and six forced fumbles across 16 contests. He'll reprise his role as a leader in Tampa Bay's defense in 2020.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two tackles in loss

    Barrett made two tackles (one solo) in Saturday's 23-20 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The game marked Barrett's first without a sack in five contests and his lowest tackle total since Week 11. He'll look to break the Buccanneers' franchise sack mark Week 17 against the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties franchise sack record

    Barrett notched five tackles (four solo) and one sack during Sunday's 38-17 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Barrett has now tied Tampa Bay's single-season franchise record of 16.5 sacks, and if he can hold on to his current spot atop the league, he'll become the first Buccaneer to ever pace the NFL in sacks. The veteran defensive end also has 50 tackles (38 solo), two defended passes, one interception and six forced fumbles to his name through 14 contests. He'll look to keep up his stellar play against the Texans in Week 16.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies half-sack

    Barrett had seven tackles (five solo) and a half-sack during Sunday's 38-35 win over Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Barrett only managed the partial sack but spent plenty of time in the backfield Sunday, totaling three quarterback hits on Jacoby Brissett. The veteran defensive end continues to lead the NFL with 15 sacks and also has 45 tackles (33 solo), one interception and six forced fumbles.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reaches 14.5 sacks

    Barrett had three tackles (two solo), to sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's win over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Barrett played only 47 offensive snaps -- his second-lowest total of the season -- but still managed to produce his third multi-sack game of the season. The 27-year-old has 38 tackles (28 solo), six forced fumbles, one interception and a league-leading 14.5 sacks through 12 games.

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches another sack in win

    Barrett recorded four tackles (two solo), a sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 35-22 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Barrett is up to 12.5 sacks and five forced fumbles on the year and also has an interception. He has not gone more than two games without a sack this season.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fantastic season continues

    Barrett was credited with three tackles (three solo) and a sack in Sunday's win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old has been enjoying the best season of his career so far, racking up 31 tackles and a whopping 11.5 sacks through the first nine games. Barrett will look to keep his phenomenal season going next week when he and the Buccaneers take on Drew Brees and the potent Saints offense.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another half-sack in loss

    Barrett was credited with one tackle, a half-sack and two quarterback hits overall in the Buccaneers' 40-34 overtime loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: Barrett was notably quiet throughout most of the contest despite logging 74 snaps overall, but he did manage to get in the sack column for the second straight game. The offseason acquisition is now up to 10.5 sacks on the campaign, and his ability to get to the quarterback has also played a part in the 26-year-old equaling a career best with four forced fumbles.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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