Sterling Shepard

Sterling Shepard has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Fantasy Impact

Shepard suffered hamstring and foot injuries against the Cowboys last week. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan should continue to see more targets.

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles said there’s no update on Sterling Shepard.

Fantasy Impact

Shepard departed Sunday night's game early against the Cowboys with a hamstring injury. His status will need to be monitored at practice the next few days.

Sterling Shepard caught one of his three targets for 20 yards and added a 14-yard rush in a 26-24 loss to the Cowboys in Week 16.

Fantasy Impact

Shepard injured his hamstring at the end of his 14-yard rush in the third quarter and was ultimately ruled out for the remainder of the contest. Considering how quickly he was ruled out of Sunday night's game, it looks like he will have an uphill battle to return to the field in time for a Week 17 matchup against the Panthers.

Sterling Shepard (foot) will be active for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Fantasy Impact

The Buccaneers will have Shepard on Sunday. He missed practice earlier this week due to a foot injury, but he will be able to play through it this weekend. Fantasy managers shouldn't have high expectations for the veteran against the Cowboys.

Sterling Shepard (foot) was upgraded to limited at practice on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Shepard was able to practice in a limited capacity on Thursday. He was absent from practice on Wednesday, so this is a step in the right direction for him. He likely won't get enough work to be fantasy relevant this week, even if he's fully healthy.