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@PHI: #6 vs opposing WR - 29.93 FPA
Bye Week9Rank171% Rostered-% Change-WK 5 Pts0.00WK 6 Pts0.00
2021 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1DAL
Win, 31-29
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2ATL
Win, 48-25
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3@LA
Loss, 24-34
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4@NE
Win, 19-17
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5MIA
Win, 45-17
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6@PHI
Win, 28-22
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7CHI
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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8@NO
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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9Bye  ------------0.00
10@WAS
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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11NYG
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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12@IND
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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13@ATL
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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14BUF
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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15NO
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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16@CAR
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17@NYJ
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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18CAR
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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2021 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1DAL,
W 31-29
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2ATL,
W 48-25
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3@LA,
L 24-34
-----1.00
4@NE,
W 19-17
-----0.00
5MIA,
W 45-17
-----0.00
6@PHI,
W 28-22
-----0.00
7CHI,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
8@NO,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
9Bye-----0.00
10@WAS,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
11NYG,
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
12@IND,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
13@ATL,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
14BUF,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
15NO,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@CAR,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
17@NYJ,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
18CAR,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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News

  • Healthy scratch Thursday

    Darden (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Darden was selected by the Buccaneers in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, but he'll be held out for the fifth time in the first six weeks of the season. The 22-year-old played mainly on special teams in his lone appearance this year.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting again Sunday

    Darden (coach's decision) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Darden continues to wait his turn for a regular role in the Buccaneers' game plan, sitting out for the fourth time in five games to kick off his career. The rookie fourth-rounder has hauled in his only career target for no yards, returned two kickoffs for 48 yards and notched one punt return for four yards.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy scratch Sunday

    Darden (coach's decision) is listed as inactive Sunday at New England.

    Analysis: With return man Jaydon Mickens (abdomen) sidelined Week 3, Darden was a part of the game-day roster against the Rams, seeing three snaps on offense and 10 on special teams. But with Mickens back in the fold Sunday, Darden will be a healthy scratch for the third time this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes first career catch

    Darden hauled in his only target for no gain, returned two kickoffs for 48 yards and ran back one punt for four yards in the Buccaneers' 34-24 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

    Analysis: Darden was active for the first time in his NFL career with Jaydon Mickens (abdomen) sidelined, and as expected, the majority of his touches came while filling the latter's returner roles. Darden logged only three snaps from scrimmage overall, but if he's active again Week 4 against the Patriots, he may have a chance for at least a slight bump in opportunity with Scotty Miller (toe) projected to be unavailable.

    Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for first time as pro

    Darden is active for the first time in his career Sunday against the Rams with Jaydon Mickens (abdomen) inactive, and the rookie could see some snaps on offense in addition to his work as a returner, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The speedy rookie flashed at times during preseason and now will have a chance to show what he's capable of for the first time in regular-season action. Darden is likely to handle both kickoff and punt returns against Los Angeles, but with Antonio Brown (reserve/COVID-19) unavailable, the fourth-round pick could rotate in on offense as a No. 4 WR option for Tom Brady.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive in Week 2

    Darden (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 2 tilt against the Falcons.

    Analysis: The speedy rookie was also a spectator for the Week 1 win over the Cowboys. Darden will likely have trouble making many inroads on a deep receiver depth chart as long as there isn't a rash of injuries, but he's believed to have plenty of potential as a return man. However, veteran Jaydon Mickens will handle the latter duties again versus Atlanta on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pro debut to wait

    Darden (coach's decision) is listed as inactive Thursday against the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Darden thus will be in street clothes to start his career, like recent Bucs rookie wide receivers Tyler Johnson (in 2020 as a fifth-rounder) and Scotty Miller (in 2019 as a sixth-rounder). A fourth-round pick himself, Darden may take a few games to break through and be active on game days.

    Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Primary Week 1 punt returner

    Darden will serve as the Buccaneers' primary punt returner in Thursday night's Week1 matchup against the Cowboys, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: The rookie's strong performances throughout preseason and his natural skills for the position were enough to secure him a roster spot, essentially at the expense of veteran Jaydon Mickens. Darden will now be trusted with an important role against Dallas despite the fact he never dealt with any of the most difficult return scenarios in preseason, such as having to make a decision on whether to field a punt inside the 20-yard line. "Wow, he's sudden," Buccaneers special-teams coach Keith…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 5 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive in multiple roles

    Darden brought in three of five targets for 35 yards, returned one kickoff for 16 yards and ran back one punt for 17 yards in the Buccaneers' 23-16 preseason win over the Texans on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The rookie recorded multiple receptions for the third time in as many exhibitions while once again making an impact on special teams. Darden also totaled 51 yards on four punt returns this preseason, an impressive showing that could well have vaulted him over Jaydon Mickens for the job.

    Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another busy day Saturday

    Darden secured two of four targets for 18 yards and returned three punts for 34 yards in the Buccaneers' 34-3 preseason loss to the Titans on Saturday night. He also fumbled once but recovered.

    Analysis: Darden continued to enjoy a solid role by preseason standards Saturday, upping his involvement after logging three total touches in the exhibition opener against the Bengals. He's brought in just four of 10 targets over the first two preseason games, but he looked good as a punt returner Saturday, with the highlight of his night in that department a 19-yard return. If the rookie enjoys another strong night on special teams in the preseason finale against the Texans on Saturday, Darden could…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of grabs in preseason opener

    Darden secured two of six targets for 19 yards and returned one kickoff for 12 yards in the Buccaneers' 19-14 preseason loss to the Bengals on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The speedy rookie wasn't exactly efficient with his opportunities in the passing game, but he got on the stat sheet in his first action as a pro and also was given a chance to make an impression on special teams. Darden caught the eye of head coach Bruce Arians with both his natural ability and on-field growing pains, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports. "He looked like a rookie. He's hand-fighting too much instead of just using his speed," Arians said. "It's just things he's got to…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 10:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting to stand out

    Darden has made a positive early impression over the first few days of training camp while getting some opportunities to work with the first-team offense, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports. "Yeah, he's going to keep flashing," said head coach Bruce Arians. "That's why he's out there with Tom and those guys. He's learning you don't just run - get the head around because that ball's already in the air. He knows how to get open and it's just letting him finish now."

    Analysis: The speedy fourth-round rookie has already managed to shake free against some of the Buccaneers' top defenders and is undoubtedly benefitting from an opportunity to already get some work in with Tom Brady. Darden has also proven quick to put any jitters behind him, as he's already displaying much more consistent hands following a drop-heavy first training camp session Sunday. That was particularly on display during Tuesday's practice, when Darden made a diving touchdown catch on a Brady pass…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 27 at 10:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will compete for return job

    Darden (hamstring) was impressive during OTAs and is expected to compete for both the punt and kick return jobs, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Darden was absent from some of minicamp due to a hamstring issue, but overall he made a strong impact. While he was reportedly fearless over the middle in terms of receiving, his biggest impact could potentially come in the return game. He is expected to compete with Jaydon Mickens for both the punt and kick return jobs.

    Published: Fri, Jun 25 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participates in drills

    Darden (hamstring) participated in individual drills Wednesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Darden missed practice Tuesday as a precautionary measure due to a hamstring issue, but he got work in just one day later. Head coach Bruce Arians also plans to give the receiver work Thursday, which suggests Darden's injury doesn't appear to be a significant concern.

    Published: Wed, Jun 9 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing hamstring injury

    Darden sat out practice Tuesday due to a hamstring injury, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Coach Bruce Arians said the decision to hold the rookie wideout out of practice was a precautionary measure, so it appears to be a minor injury. Darden is expected to get back on the field Thursday, and his status for the start of training camp shouldn't be affected, barring a setback.

    Published: Tue, Jun 8 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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