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Buccaneers released veteran LB Deone Bucannon this morning, before they head to London for Sundays game against the Panthers, per source. The former Cardinals first-round pick is expected to get a chance elsewhere.
"Bucannon 26, was a first-round pick of the Cardinals in 2014, taken 27th overall out of Washington State to play safety. Bettcher at the time was the outside linebackers coach in Arizona. In 2015, after an injury to Sean Weatherspoon, Bucannon was asked to make the transition to an inside linebacker role, with Bettcher named as the new coordinator, in a 3-4 defensive front. Bucannon obliged and, despite being only 6-foot-1 and 211 pounds, flourished in his new hybrid role, starting all 16 games and making 91 tackles.
That was the high point for Bucannon, as his production declined in subsequent years, even as the Cardinals picked up his fifth-year option for 2018. With Bettcher running the Giants defense and the erstwhile starting strong safety, Landon Collins, departing for the Redskins in free agency, Bucannon could be a new piece to the puzzle for Bettcher, playing both safety and inside linebacker. Bucannon is reputed to be strong dropping in coverage and the Giants last season were deficient in that area."
Hes played a total of 8 snaps this season. Means hes injured and not healing. Hes only 27 so its a bad sign they are cutting him. They do have a load of linebackers that are good like white, minter and David. Deone was the 4th and maybe 5th if beckwith wasnt IRed. Im sure hes an upgrade over stupar but it appears we do have guys on the mend in tree and Davis.
PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
Section 2 Substitutes and Withdrawn
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PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
Section 2 Substitutes and Withdrawn
Mark Barron has a number in the 20's too as a LBer - 26, I believe.
It's because guys like Barron and Bucannon have played 'hybrid' roles, so I guess they can technically qualify as DB's as well as LBers.
RE: RE: As a LB, how was Bucannon allowed to wear a # in the 20's?
PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
Section 2 Substitutes and Withdrawn
Mark Barron has a number in the 20's too as a LBer - 26, I believe.
It's because guys like Barron and Bucannon have played 'hybrid' roles, so I guess they can technically qualify as DB's as well as LBers.
Thanks. Also, looking back at the rules I posted (maybe my eyes are glossing over it), I don't see that LB's have a defined numeral set anyhow.
Tampa has had one of the worst defenses in football this year - if they're cutting bait on Bucannon after he played just 8 snaps, I'd have to assume they're confident he can't help them.
I have no issue with NYG kicking the tires here. I'm sure they'll check in - and I know Stupar is terrible. There's obviously a reason why TB is cutting the cord, though.
Tampa has had one of the worst defenses in football this year - if they're cutting bait on Bucannon after he played just 8 snaps, I'd have to assume they're confident he can't help them.
Their pass defense is awful. Their run defense is outstanding.
PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
Good catch! I didn't notice that when I posted it. Pulled it directly from NFL Rule 5 at the link below, and it's missing a (c) as well. No idea why. NFL Rule 5 - ( New Window )
That was the high point for Bucannon, as his production declined in subsequent years, even as the Cardinals picked up his fifth-year option for 2018. With Bettcher running the Giants defense and the erstwhile starting strong safety, Landon Collins, departing for the Redskins in free agency, Bucannon could be a new piece to the puzzle for Bettcher, playing both safety and inside linebacker. Bucannon is reputed to be strong dropping in coverage and the Giants last season were deficient in that area."
Bethea is not a linebacker
He could probably play against Arizona.
Absolutely bring him in and see if he has anything left. I agree with above comments- has to be better than the players we are putting out there now.
This is a good analogy
How do you know they didn't?
He's been in the league over 4 years so he isn't eligible for waivers. He instantly becomes a free agent.
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
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PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
Section 2 Substitutes and Withdrawn
Mark Barron has a number in the 20's too as a LBer - 26, I believe.
It's because guys like Barron and Bucannon have played 'hybrid' roles, so I guess they can technically qualify as DB's as well as LBers.
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PLAYERS NUMBERED BY POSITION
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
If a player changes his position during his playing career in the NFL, and such change moves him from a
position as an ineligible pass receiver to that of an eligible pass receiver, or from a position as an eligible
pass receiver to that of an ineligible pass receiver, he must be issued an appropriate new jersey numeral.
A change in jersey numeral is not required if the change is from an ineligible position to another ineligible
position, or from an eligible position to another eligible position, provided that the player has participated at
least one season at his position prior to the change.
Any request to wear a numeral for a special position not specified above (e.g., H-back) must be made to the
Commissioner.
During the preseason period when playing rosters are larger, the League will allow duplication and other
temporary deviations from the numbering scheme specified above, but the rule must be adhered to for all
players during the regular season and postseason. Clubs must make numerals available to adhere to the
rule, even if it requires returning to circulation a numeral that has been retired or withheld for other reasons.
See 5-3-1 for reporting a change of position.
Section 2 Substitutes and Withdrawn
Mark Barron has a number in the 20's too as a LBer - 26, I believe.
It's because guys like Barron and Bucannon have played 'hybrid' roles, so I guess they can technically qualify as DB's as well as LBers.
Thanks. Also, looking back at the rules I posted (maybe my eyes are glossing over it), I don't see that LB's have a defined numeral set anyhow.
Even after Devin White went down with an injury
Even after Devin White went down with an injury
Stupar couldn't even make our team and he started last week. Is there really any chance that Bucannon is worse than Stupar?
I think they may net a 3rd just by cutting him.
I doubt he could fill the role but Peppers
has ball skills and athleticism something
Bethea has lost .
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considering a guy who couldnt get on the field
Even after Devin White went down with an injury
Stupar couldn't even make our team and he started last week. Is there really any chance that Bucannon is worse than Stupar?
Ok thats not a bad point
and to the previous poster, Peppers is not a free safety
I have no issue with NYG kicking the tires here. I'm sure they'll check in - and I know Stupar is terrible. There's obviously a reason why TB is cutting the cord, though.
Their pass defense is awful. Their run defense is outstanding.
This times a 1000.
And BTW, how come guys like Stupar never get hurt?
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
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And BTW, how come guys like Stupar never get hurt?
There is a greater chance of getting hurt when one is involved in the play!!
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better than Nate Stupar, I'll eat may hat.
This times a 1000.
And BTW, how come guys like Stupar never get hurt?
The answer is because he never hits anything, well maybe the ground ....
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put in a claim for him already.
He's been in the league over 4 years so he isn't eligible for waivers. He instantly becomes a free agent.
Thanks for clearing that up.
Article 2All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 4, Article 3(c).
Such numerals must be by playing position, as follows:
(a) quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers: 1-19;
(b) running backs and defensive backs: 20-49;
(d) offensive guards and tackles: 60-79;
(e) wide receivers: 10-19 and 80-89;
(f) tight ends: 80-89;
Good catch! I didn't notice that when I posted it. Pulled it directly from NFL Rule 5 at the link below, and it's missing a (c) as well. No idea why.
NFL Rule 5 - ( New Window )