Tristan Wirfs Out: Saints vs. Bucs Inactive List Announced
The upcoming clash between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Saints in Week 14 will feature notable absences from both teams. Key player injuries are shaping the game, especially on the offensive line.
Key Inactive Players for Saints vs. Bucs
For the Buccaneers, All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs is sidelined due to an oblique injury sustained during the previous week’s win against the Arizona Cardinals. After participating in a limited practice on Friday, he was listed as questionable for the game.
Wirfs has faced challenges earlier this season, having missed the first three games following knee surgery in July 2025. His absence will be felt as the Buccaneers prepare for their matchup at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
On the other side, the Saints will be without their starting right tackle, 2024 first-round pick Taliese Fuaga. Fuaga has struggled with back and knee injuries throughout the season and will miss this game due to a new ankle injury reported on Friday.
Injury Reports and Game-Day Roster Moves
Both teams announced their inactive rosters 90 minutes before kickoff. Here are the key players affected:
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
- Tristan Wirfs (OT)
- Marcus Banks (elevated from practice squad)
- New Orleans Saints:
- Taliese Fuaga (OT)
- Alvin Kamara (RB)
- Justin Reid (S)
- Chris Olave (WR) – cleared to play
Kamara is expected to miss his second consecutive game due to knee and ankle issues. Reid’s absence further impacts the Saints’ defense as they look to secure a win against the Buccaneers.
As the teams finalize their preparations, the focus will be on the strategies they will employ to overcome these key player absences. With both squads modifying their lineups, fans can expect an intense and competitive showdown on Sunday.
