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  • Anthony Nelson
  • LB #98
  • Anthony
    Nelson
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vs. CAR: #5 vs opposing LB - 10.83 FPA
Bye Week11Rank109% Rostered-% Change-WK 16 Pts0.00WK 17 Proj. Pts1.22
2024 Fantasy Stats
   Fantasy
WkOppResultsPts
1WAS
Win, 37-20
0.00
2@DET
Win, 20-16
0.00
3DEN
Loss, 7-26
0.00
4PHI
Win, 33-16
0.00
5@ATL
Loss, 30-36
0.00
6@NO
Win, 51-27
0.00
7BAL
Loss, 31-41
0.00
8ATL
Loss, 26-31
2.50
9@KC
Loss, 24-30
1.50
10SF
Loss, 20-23
3.00
11Bye  0.00
12@NYG
Win, 30-7
5.50
13@CAR
Win, 26-23
7.50
14LV
Win, 28-13
3.00
15@LAC
Win, 40-17
1.50
16@DAL
Loss, 24-26
0.00
17CAR
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
18NO
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1WAS,
W 37-20
1----0.00
2@DET,
W 20-16
1----0.00
3DEN,
L 7-26
-----0.00
4PHI,
W 33-16
31---0.00
5@ATL,
L 30-36
11---0.00
6@NO,
W 51-27
1----0.00
7BAL,
L 31-41
1----0.00
8ATL,
L 26-31
2----2.50
9@KC,
L 24-30
1----1.50
10SF,
L 20-23
1---13.00
11Bye-----0.00
12@NYG,
W 30-7
21---5.50
13@CAR,
W 26-23
5--1-7.50
14LV,
W 28-13
2----3.00
15@LAC,
W 40-17
1----1.50
16@DAL,
L 24-26
-----0.00
17CAR,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
18NO,
TBDGet Tickets
-----0.00
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News

  • Good to go for Week 14 vs. LV

    Nelson (shoulder) was a full participant in Friday's practice and does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Nelson opened the week as a DNP on Wednesday due to a shoulder injury, but he was able to increase his practice participation over the next two days and will be available for Sunday's game. The sixth-year linebacker has logged 31 tackles (19 solo), including 3.0 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery across 12 regular-season games.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Thursday

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

    Analysis: Nelson was sidelined for Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury he likely picked up against the Panthers this past Sunday. His practice participation Friday will provide clarity on his chance of playing this Sunday against the Raiders. Nelson could revert to a reserve role at outside linebacker Sunday if Joe Tryon-Shoyinka is able to return from an ankle injury.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder injury

    Nelson (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Nelson started at outside linebacker opposite Yaya Diaby against the Panthers in Week 13 due to Joe Tryon-Shoyinka being ruled out with an ankle injury. Nelson played a season-high 53 defensive snaps and finished with six tackles (five solo), but it appears he may have picked up a shoulder injury in the process. He'll have to return to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days to be available for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses with larger role

    Nelson recorded six total tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 26-23 overtime win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: The Iowa product started opposite Yaya Diaby in Week 13, filling in for Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (ankle) and logging a season-high 53 defensive snaps. Nelson came just short of bringing down Bryce Young several times, recording three QB hits without a sack. He's now tallied 31 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and one forced fumble through Tampa Bay's first 12 games this season. Nelson's role could on the Bucs' defense could continue to expand if he maintains his performance from Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active Sunday

    Nelson is active for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The outside linebacker missed practice Friday due to a personal reason, per Scott Reynolds of PewterReport.com. Now, he might have a chance to start opposite Yaya Diaby with Joe Tryon-Shoyinka inactive with an ankle injury. Nelson has played on at least 30 percent of the defensive snaps in all 11 of Tampa Bay's games this season, recording 25 tackles (14 solo), including 3.0 sacks, and a fumble recovery.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participating in camp

    Nelson (elbow) is practicing with the team during training camp, Christopher O'Meara of The Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: The linebacker injured his elbow during the Buccaneers' divisional-round playoff loss to the Lions. Nelson is in line for a depth role with Tampa Bay after recording 40 or more tackles each of the last two seasons.

    Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits playoff game

    Nelson is questionable to return to Sunday's divisional-round playoff game against the Lions due to an elbow injury, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The backup linebacker did not record a stat before exiting. Nelson recorded 40 tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and a pass defensed in 16 regular-season games, along with one tackle in Tampa Bay's wild-card playoff win over Philadelphia.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in Week 8 loss

    Nelson tallied four solo tackles, including a sack and an additional tackle for loss, in the Buccaneers' 24-18 loss to the Bills on Thursday.

    Analysis: The fifth-year linebacker returned from a one-game absence due to a concussion in Week 7 but logged only 18 snaps. However, he was back to 25 snaps on defense Thursday and matched his season high in tackles while also recording his first sack since Week 1. As a rotational linebacker, Nelson retains only marginal value in deep fantasy formats that feature IDPs.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action

    Nelson (concussion) is active Week 7 against Atlanta.

    Analysis: Nelson sat out last week against Detroit but logged full practices each day this week en route to clearing the league's concussion protocol. Through the first four games of the year, Nelson had accumulated just eight combined tackles, so the reserve linebacker is only on the IDP radar in the deepest of formats.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable for Sunday

    Nelson (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Atlanta, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Despite practicing in full all week, Nelson will carry a questionable tag into the weekend. It's possible there are outstanding steps for him to fully clear the league's concussion protocol, and if he can't play in Week 7, it would open up more chances for Cam Gill to rush the passer.

    Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially inactive

    Nelson (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Nelson will be unavailable after being listed as doubtful. In his absence, YaYa Diaby, Markees Watts and Cam Gill could see increased snaps versus Detroit.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed doubtful

    Nelson has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Lions due to a concussion, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Nelson was apparently in concussion protocol all week, although he was a full participant at practice. His doubtful designation indicates he is not trending toward clearing the league's protocols prior to kickoff Sunday. Still, final confirmation on his status is unlikely to come until a few hours before game time. With Shaquil Barrett (illness) considered questionable, the Bucs could be spread a little thin on the edge. Thus, YaYa Diaby, Markees Watts and Cam Gill have the potential to see…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 14 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to play at Minnesota

    Nelson (hamstring) was a full participant at practice Friday ahead of Sunday's game at the Vikings, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: After limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday, Nelson got in a full practice Friday ahead of Tampa Bay's regular-season opener. He'll try to improve on the career-high 5.5 sacks he recorded last season.

    Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays with Tampa

    Nelson re-signed with the Buccaneers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Nelson was a steady contributor on the Bucs' defense in 2022, setting career highs across the board in his fourth NFL season. He should remain a regular part of the team's linebacker corps next season.

    Published: Thu, Mar 16 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-best season in '22

    Nelson totaled 46 tackles (26 solo), including 5.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and one fumble recovery across 17 games during the 2022 regular season.

    Analysis: Nelson added three solo stops across 60 snaps in the wild-card loss to the Cowboys. The fourth-year linebacker turned in career-best tackle, sack and forced fumble totals while playing a career-high 604 snaps on defense. While Nelson is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent at the start of the new league year in mid-March, the 2019 fourth-round pick could certainly prove to be a more cost-effective alternative for the Buccaneers than fellow free agent Lavonte David.

    Published: Tue, Jan 24 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another sack in Week 17

    Nelson registered four tackles (three solo), including a sack, during the Buccaneers' 30-24 win over the Panthers in Week 17.

    Analysis: Nelson pushed his sack total to 2.5 over the last three games with his takedown of Sam Darnold in the win. The 25-year-old has put some solid play on tape down the stretch while starting in place of Shaquil Barrett (IR-Achilles), and he'll head into the regular-season finale versus the Falcons averaging 4.3 tackles per contest since Week 12.

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 10:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Piles up tackles Week 14

    Nelson collected seven tackles (three solo) during the Buccaneers' 35-7 loss to the 49ers in Week 14.

    Analysis: Nelson finished second in tackles on the afternoon while collecting a career-high tally in the process. The fourth-year linebacker also logged a season-high 49 snaps on defense and remains ticketed for a starting role the rest of the way with Shaquil Barrett (Achilles) on injured reserve.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up sack in Week 12

    Nelson registered five tackles (four solo), including a sack and an additional tackle for loss, during the Buccaneers' 23-17 overtime loss to the Browns in Week 12.

    Analysis: Nelson put together a productive outing considering he only played 44 snaps (56 percent). The fourth-year pro now has three sacks on the campaign, while Sunday's tackle tally was a season-high figure.

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to be starter sans Barrett

    Nelson is expected to start at outside linebacker in the absence of Shaquil Barrett (Achilles), Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson has recorded two sacks across eight appearances this season, but he's in line for increased opportunities with Barrett sidelined for the remainder of the season. The 2019 fourth-round pick played a season-high 46 percent of Tampa Bay's defensive snaps during Thursday's loss to Baltimore, but he figures to finish around the 60-70 percent mark moving forward.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches second sack in Week 4

    Nelson tallied three tackles (one solo), including a sack, during the Buccaneers' 41-31 loss to the Chiefs in Week 4.

    Analysis: The fourth-year linebacker logged a season-high 28 snaps and was productive with them, recording his first sack since Week 1 in the process. Nelson is slated to continue playing a rotational pass-rushing role that should yield him occasional QB takedowns, with a potential opportunity for more snaps if injuries strike in front of him. However, Scott Smith of the team's official site notes Nelson's presence on special teams is increasingly important, as he saw a season-high 28 snaps (out of a…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in Week 1 win

    Nelson tallied two tackles (one solo), including one sack, during the Buccaneers' 19-3 win over the Cowboys in Week 1.

    Analysis: Nelson is expected to have more pass-rushing opportunities this season with the Buccaneers having moved on from Jason Pierre-Paul, and the fourth-year linebacker encouragingly found a way to get to the quarterback right from the jump. Nelson flashed some upside in 2021 with five sacks in a part-time role, and given he now has 43 career games under his belt and no longer has Pierre-Paul impeding his path to playing time, the 25-year-old could be set to surpass last season's numbers.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day in win

    Nelson tallied three tackles (all solo), including one sack and an additional tackle for loss, a defensed pass and a fumble recovery in the Buccaneers' 28-24 win over the Jets in Week 17.

    Analysis: Nelson was in on 58 of the Buccaneers' 61 snaps on defense with Lavonte David (IR-foot) sidelined and made very good use of the opportunity, as evidenced by his full stat line. The third-year linebacker now has four sacks in part-time duty this season, and he could enjoy another robust role in the Week 18 finale against the Panthers.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from injury report

    Nelson (hamstring) is not on Tampa Bay's injury report Tuesday, Carmen Vitali of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson has missed six games with the injury. He'll return to provide the Buccaneers depth at linebacker Week 16.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Week 15

    Nelson (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's tilt against the Lions, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson is set to miss a sixth consecutive contest due to a lingering hamstring injury. As usual, the Buccaneers will rely on Carl Nassib, Shaquil Barrett and Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) at outside linebacker.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains out Week 14

    Nelson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson will be sidelined for his fifth straight game due to the hamstring injury. Carl Nassib, Shaquil Barrett and Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) should continue handling the bulk of the reps at outside linebacker.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing another game

    Nelson (hamstring) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson will miss his fourth consecutive game due to the hamstring injury. Sam Acho figures to fill a reserve role at outside linebacker in Nelson's continued absence.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out Week 12

    Coach Bruce Arians said Friday that Nelson (hamstring) will not suit up against the Falcons on Sunday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith is set to miss a third consecutive contest due to his lingering hamstring issue. With Carl Nassib (groin) and Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) both nursing injuries, it's possible that Sam Acho and Kahzin Daniels could see increased reserve work during Sunday's tilt against the Falcons.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again Sunday

    Nelson (hamstring) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson hasn't practiced since suffering the hamstring injury Week 9 at Seattle and will miss his second straight game. Fellow OLB Carl Nassib (groin) was also ruled out, leaving Sam Acho and Kahzin Daniels to serve as reserve options behind Shaquil Barrett and Jason Pierre-Paul.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out Week 10

    Nelson (hamstring) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Bruce Arians indicated earlier in the week that Nelson is unlikely to play, so it's no surprise to see he won't be suiting up. Newly-signed Kahzin Daniels should serve as Shaq Barrett's backup at right outside linebacker in Nelson's absence.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Week 10

    Nelson (hamstring), who missed practice Wednesday, is unlikely to play in Sunday's game against the Cardinals as per head coach Bruce Arians, Carmen Vitali of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Nelson exited Sunday's overtime loss to the Seahawks after just six snaps from scrimmage and nine on special teams due to his hamstring injury. Arians mentioned Wednesday that Nelson would "probably" not be ready to face Arizona in Week 10, which could leave the just-signed Kahzin Daniels as the primary backup to Shaq Barrett at right outside linebacker versus the Cardinals.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for day

    Nelson (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's game against Seattle, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Following fellow edge-rusher Carl Nassib (groin) exiting the contest, the Buccaneers lost another one in the form of Nelson. It's unclear how Nelson picked up the injury, but it's not a good sign that it will force him to miss the remainder of the game. Kevin Minter could be in line to see increased snaps, and it's possible the team will have an update on Nelson's injury following the game or in the coming days.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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