Jason Pierre-Paul is back.
Pierre-Paul, senior pass rusher Signed with Buccaneers practice squad last weekhas been promoted to the active roster to face the Panthers on Sunday.
36-year-old Pierre-Paul played for the Giants, Buccaneers, Ravens, Saints and Dolphins from 2010 to 2023 as a defensive end. He was a one-time first-team All-Pro selection, a three-time Pro Bowl selection and a two-time Super Bowl champion.
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But Pierre-Paul hasn’t played in an NFL game since December 11, 2023, and it’s surprising that he’s ready to play so soon. Then again, when Philip Rivers signed with the Colts last week, he had not played longer games and was ready to play faster. Maybe Pierre-Paul can make an immediate impact.
This is very good news for the Bucs as Sunday’s game is a very important one. The Buccaneers and Panthers are tied for first place in the NFC South, so the winner of Sunday’s game will move into first place with two weeks remaining.