Fantasy Player Profile
vs. SF: #7 vs opposing TE - 9.32 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @NO, | - | - | 54 | - | - | 7.40 |
| 2 | PHI, | - | - | 96 | 1 | - | 18.60 |
| 3 | PIT, | - | - | 72 | - | - | 13.20 |
| 4 | @CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | @ATL, | - | - | 62 | 1 | - | 16.20 |
| 7 | CLE, | - | - | 67 | - | - | 11.70 |
| 8 | @CIN, | - | - | 68 | 1 | - | 16.80 |
| 9 | @CAR, | - | - | 53 | 2 | - | 21.30 |
| 10 | WAS, | - | - | 15 | - | - | 2.50 |
| 11 | @NYG, | - | - | 78 | - | - | 12.80 |
| 12 | SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @LA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | IND, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Runs routes for Mahomes
Howard (ankle) was seen running routes for Patrick Mahomes in Fort Worth, Texas on Thursday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Both of Howard's first two seasons as a pro were cut short by injuries to his right ankle and/or foot, limiting him to 24 of a possible 32 appearances. With 16.6 yards per catch, 11.5 yards per target and an 18.3 percent touchdown rate (11 TDs on 60 receptions) in his career, he's been dynamic when on the field and now will be operating under new coach Bruce Arians. Assuming he can stay healthy in 2019, Howard is a breakout candidate by any measure.
Published: Thu, Mar 21 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Provides reason for optimism in '18
Howard (ankle) finished the 2018 season with 34 receptions (48 targets) for 565 yards and five touchdowns before being placed on injured reserve prior to Week 12.
Analysis: The second-year tight end was in the midst of one of his best performances of the season in Week 11 against the Giants (five receptions, 78 yards) before sustaining an ankle injury that ultimately landed him on injured reserve. Prior to the 2018 season, the Bucs had made a commitment to utilize Howard more as the downfield threat he'd proven to be in college, following a rookie 2017 campaign in which he was relied on heavily as an in-line blocker. Former coach Dirk Koetter and offensive…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 1 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Expecting quick recovery
Howard (ankle) is still wearing a hard cast but expects to recover from his injury within 4-to-6 weeks, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While his own estimate needs to be taken with a grain of salt, Howard might have avoided injured reserve if the Buccaneers had still been in the playoff hunt. As is, he'll set his sights toward a full recovery before the start of the team's offseason program in April, hoping to build on a breakout 2018 campaign in which he produced 56.5 yards per game while averaging 16.6 per catch and 11.8 per target. The Bucs would be wise to give him more than 4.8 targets per game next season, but it may…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to require surgery
Howard (ankle) will not require surgery for his ankle and foot injuries that will force him to injured reserve, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Howard's 2018 season is over regardless of whether Howard needs surgery, but this at least bodes well in terms of the extent of rehab required to return to form. The second-year tight end had come into his own this season prior to the injury, racking up 34 catches for 565 yards and five touchdowns over 10 games. Without him available moving forward, Cameron Brate figures to slot in as the team's primary tight end.
Published: Tue, Nov 20 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Bound for IR
The Buccaneers will place Howard on injured reserve Tuesday with ankle and foot injuries, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Per Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, Howard sustained the two injuries on the same play during Sunday's 38-35 loss to the Giants. The 24-year-old will finish the campaign on IR for the second time in as many years, providing a disappointing conclusion to what was shaping up to be a breakout season. The Buccaneers will look to Cameron Brate to serve as the primary replacement at tight end for Howard, who had recorded 34 receptions for 565 yards and five scores in 10 games.
Published: Tue, Nov 20 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Seeking second opinion on ankle
Howard (ankle) received good news Monday and is now getting a second opinion, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The decision to get another medical opinion usually hints at a significant injury, but Howard may just be exercising caution to confirm the initial optimistic diagnosis. He was removed in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 38-35 loss to the Giants, finishing with five catches for 78 yards on six targets. An absence for Week 12 against the 49ers would leave Cameron Brate with a prominent role catching passes from reappointed starter Jameis Winston.
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for evaluation
Howard (ankle) will be evaluated Monday after exiting Sunday's 38-35 loss to the Giants in the fourth quarter, Eduardo Encina of The Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Howard was deemed doubtful to return and never reentered the game, finishing with five catches for 78 yards on six targets. He suffered an MCL sprain back in Week 4 against the Bears, but a conveniently timed bye in Week 5 allowed him to avoid any absences from games. Howard won't have the extra rest this time around, as the Buccaneers host the 49ers on Sunday in Week 12. Cameron Brate could be looking at a three-down role if Howard doesn't play.
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Hurts right ankle
Howard is doubtful to return to Sunday's road game against the Giants due to an ankle injury, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Howard was forced from the contest when he was tackled from behind on a fourth-quarter reception. Afterward, the Bucs' training staff tended to his lower right leg, which eventually was determined to be an ankle issue. Because he's unlikely to retake the field, Howard will end Week 11 with five catches (on six targets) for 78 yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch in Week 10 loss
Howard brought in one of two targets for 15 yards in the Buccaneers' 16-3 loss to the Redskins on Sunday.
Analysis: Howard had rightfully gained plenty of buzz in fantasy circles over the last four games, a stretch during which he'd logged 17 receptions (on 23 targets) for 250 yards and four touchdowns. However, he came back down to earth Sunday, seeing his lowest target share since Week 1. The Week 10 clunker aside, Howard continues to offer plenty of week-to-week upside due to his impressive size-speed combination and ability to attack down the seam. He'll look to get his numbers back to their usual levels…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Emergence continues in Week 9 loss
Howard brought in four of six targets for 53 yards and two touchdowns in the Buccaneers' 42-28 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Howard continues to flash impressive efficiency on a per-touch basis, as he's now scored on five occasions over a modest 28 receptions. Four of those touchdowns have come in the last four games, a span in which Howard has no fewer than four receptions on Sunday's 53 yards in any game, as well as a catch of at least 20 yards. Blessed with some of the best downfield upside at the tight end position in the NFL at the moment, Howard remains a highly appealing play in a Week 10 matchup against the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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- Jameis buys time to hit Howard for 24-yard gainSun, Nov 18 at 12:56pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston extends the play and finds tight end O.J. Howard catches for a 24-yard gain.
- Fitzpatrick throws third INT in end zoneSun, Nov 18 at 12:17pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throws his third interception of the day on a deep ball attempt.
- O.J. Howard twists for impressive jump-ball grabSun, Nov 18 at 11:45am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard twists in the air and hauls in an impressive catch for a 20-yard gain.
- Michael Thomas halts Bucs drive with INT before halfSun, Nov 18 at 11:36am
New York Giants defensive back Michael Thomas halts the drive and intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick before halftime.
- Greg Stroman jumps O.J. Howard's route for huge interceptionSun, Nov 11 at 1:21pm
Washington Redskins cornerback Greg Stroman intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and returns the interception 24 yards.
- Best waiver-wire adds from Week 9 | NFL Fantasy LiveMon, Nov 5 at 2:22pm
NFL Network's Fantasy Live analysts humbly brag about the players they predicted to do well who aren't top players.
- Buccaneers vs. Panthers highlights | Week 9Sun, Nov 4 at 3:43pm
Watch the best plays from the Week 9 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers.
- Fitzpatrick launches deep dime to O.J. Howard for 31 yardsSun, Nov 4 at 1:01pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard on a 31-yard deep ball.
- Fitzpatrick sneaks it to O.J. Howard for second TDSun, Nov 4 at 11:53am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard for a 3-yard touchdown.
- O.J. Howard jukes Panthers' D for TD passSun, Nov 4 at 11:09am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard wide open for a 4-yard touchdown.
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Up Next- Jameis buys time to hit Howard for 24-yard gainSun, Nov 18 at 12:56pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston extends the play and finds tight end O.J. Howard catches for a 24-yard gain.
- Fitzpatrick throws third INT in end zoneSun, Nov 18 at 12:17pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throws his third interception of the day on a deep ball attempt.
- O.J. Howard twists for impressive jump-ball grabSun, Nov 18 at 11:45am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard twists in the air and hauls in an impressive catch for a 20-yard gain.
- Michael Thomas halts Bucs drive with INT before halfSun, Nov 18 at 11:36am
New York Giants defensive back Michael Thomas halts the drive and intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick before halftime.
- Greg Stroman jumps O.J. Howard's route for huge interceptionSun, Nov 11 at 1:21pm
Washington Redskins cornerback Greg Stroman intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and returns the interception 24 yards.
- Best waiver-wire adds from Week 9 | NFL Fantasy LiveMon, Nov 5 at 2:22pm
NFL Network's Fantasy Live analysts humbly brag about the players they predicted to do well who aren't top players.
- Buccaneers vs. Panthers highlights | Week 9Sun, Nov 4 at 3:43pm
Watch the best plays from the Week 9 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers.
- Fitzpatrick launches deep dime to O.J. Howard for 31 yardsSun, Nov 4 at 1:01pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard on a 31-yard deep ball.
- Fitzpatrick sneaks it to O.J. Howard for second TDSun, Nov 4 at 11:53am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard for a 3-yard touchdown.
- O.J. Howard jukes Panthers' D for TD passSun, Nov 4 at 11:09am
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick finds tight end O.J. Howard wide open for a 4-yard touchdown.