The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced not having prized defensive tackle Vita Vea for the season opener. With the All-Pro dealing with a foot ailment before the Atlanta Falcons showdown.

Fox NFL insider Jordan Schultz dropped an update on that front Saturday . Which presents an encouraging sign for the Bucs and Vea.

“Pro Bowl DT Vita Vea, listed as questionable (foot), is likely to play Sunday vs the Falcons,” Schultz posted on X (formerly Twitter).

Tampa won't guarantee he'll start, though. But will be suiting up per Schultz' words.

“ Vea, who missed two practices this week, could be on a pitch count, but I’m told should be a go assuming there are no setbacks,” Schultz said.

Vea for sure will strengthen the Bucs even if he's not at full strength. He's lauded across the league for

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