- Deven Thompkins
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- Team ATL
- Pos WR
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Signs with active roster
The Falcons signed Thompkins to the active roster Saturday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: To make room for the signing, safety DeMarcco Hellams (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve. Thompkins was elevated twice this season, once for Week 6 against the Bills and last Sunday against the Jets. The wide receiver played just nine offensive snaps between the two outings, catching both of his targets for 23 total yards. Like Hellams, the 25-year-old Thompkins is primarily a special teams player and will likely fill that role for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Published: Sat, Dec 6 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Thompkins reverted to the Falcons' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Thompkins was elevated to the Falcons' active roster for a second straight game due to the absence of Drake London (knee). Thompkins played just nine of 69 offensive snaps during the Falcons' 27-24 loss to the Jets on Sunday, but he made the most of his limited playing time as he caught both of his targets for 23 yards while adding a five-yard rush. He also played five snaps on special teams and turned three kickoff returns into 63 yards. Thompkins is eligible to be elevated from Atlanta's…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 1 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to active roster
The Falcons elevated Thompkins from their practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Jets, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Thompkins will provide additional depth at receiver, as Drake London (knee) is out again. This could be the 25-year-old's second appearance of the season, and the team will be able to elevate him just one more time going forward.
Published: Sat, Nov 29 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Thompkins reverted to Atlanta's practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's official transactions report.
Analysis: Thompkins was elevated for Monday's win over the Bills, in which he played three snaps on special teams. The Falcons will have the option of elevating Thompkins for game action up to two more times over the course of the season.
Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to face Bills
The Falcons have elevated Thompkins for Monday's game against Buffalo, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Thompkins will get a chance to provide depth at wide receiver for the Falcons on Monday, with Darnell Mooney (hamstring) ruled out. Across seven regular-season appearances with the Panthers in 2024, Thompkins secured all four of his targets for 20 receiving yards while also contributing in the return game. He'll revert to Atlanta's practice squad after Monday's contest.
Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays minimal role in Carolina
Thompkins caught all four of his targets for 20 yards and rushed two times for seven yards over seven regular-season games in 2024. He also tallied 134 kick-return yards and 19 punt-return yards.
Analysis: Thompkins spent most of his 2024 campaign bouncing between the Panthers' practice squad and active roster, appearing in seven consecutive games from Week 9 to Week 16. The 25-year-old played a minimal role on Carolina's offense, logging just six touches over 51 offensive snaps. He also wasn't much of a factor in the return game, stepping in for Raheem Blackshear and serving as the team's top return specialist in Weeks 14 and 15. Thompkins is now set to be a restricted free agent this summer,…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch for Week 17
Thompkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Thompkins played nine snaps (seven on offense, two on special tams) and turned his lone carry into nine yards during the Panthers' Week 16 overtime win against the Cardinals. However, he will observe Sunday's NFC South contest in street clothes, and his next opportunity to play will be in the Panthers' regular-season finale against the Falcons. Raheem Blackshear and Velus Jones will serve as Carolina's top kickoff and punt return options due to Thompkins' absence.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to operate as top returner
Thompkins will serve as the Panthers' top return man during Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.
Analysis: With Raheem Blackshear (chest) unavailable, Thompkins' role is set to increase. Thompkins totaled 327 kick-return and 234 punt-return yards for the Buccaneers last season, and he had 46 kick-return and 15 punt-return yards in place of Blackshear last week.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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Records short reception in loss
Thompkins played 11 of the Panthers' 71 snaps on offense and hauled in his lone target for a seven-yard reception in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Thompkins also contributed in the return game for the first time all season, bringing back two kickoffs for 46 yards and one punt for 15 yards. The increased involvement on special teams came after Raheem Blackshear (chest) exited early with an injury that could affect his availability for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, but the Panthers could choose to use the newly signed Velus Jones as their return man over Thompkins if Blackshear isn't available. Meanwhile, Thompkins' role on offense…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes vs. Chiefs
Thompkins caught all three of his targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Thompkins had his best game of the season in Sunday's narrow loss, catching his first three passes of the year for 13 yards, which ranked fourth among Carolina's wide receivers. The Utah State product has appeared in just three games this season, also having recorded one carry for minus-2 yards. He's expected to continue serving as a depth piece in the Panthers' wide receiver room as the season progresses.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Signed to Panthers' active roster
Carolina signed Thompkins from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: Thompkins will fill the spot on the Panthers' 53-man roster that was vacated by Miles Sanders, who was placed on injured reserve Saturday due to an ankle injury. Thompkins has played 14 snaps on offense across two regular-season games and rushed for minus-2 yards on one carry in Week 9 against the Saints.
Published: Sat, Nov 23 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Thompkins reverted to the Panthers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Thompkins played six snaps on offense during the Panthers' 20-17 overtime win over the Giants and failed to record a stat. It was the second week in a row that Thompkins was elevated from the practice squad, and the Panthers can do so one more time before having to sign the 24-year-old wide receiver to the active roster.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated for Week 10
The Panthers elevated Thompkins from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Thompkins will be elevated for a second straight game and will be on the Panthers' active roster for Sunday's game against the Giants. Thompkins played eight snaps on offense in Week 8 against the Saints and turned his lone carry into minus-2 yards.
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Thompkins reverted to the Panthers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: The wide receiver was elevated for Sunday's 23-22 win over the Saints and played on eight of 53 offensive snaps, recording one carry for minus-2 yards. David Moore (46 snaps), Xavier Legette (44 snaps), Jalen Coker (24 snaps) and Jonathan Mingo (15 snaps) all played more than Thompkins in the first game since Carolina traded Diontae Johnson and with Adam Thielen (hamstring) still on injured reserve. Thompkins caught 22 passes for 115 yards and a touchdown across 2022 and 2023 with Tampa Bay.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated by Carolina
The Panthers elevated Thompkins from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Thompkins signed with the Panthers' practice squad in late September after being let go with an injury settlement by the team during training camp. Thompkins gives the Panthers insurance at wide receiver in case rookie first-rounder Xavier Legette (toe) is unable to play Sunday against the Saints.
Published: Sat, Nov 2 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets another opportunity
Thompkins (hamstring) signed with the Panthers' practice squad Monday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Thompkins joined Carolina in July after being waived by Tampa Bay. However, he suffered a hamstring injury that ultimately led to him receiving an injury settlement with the team and being let go. Now healthy, the Utah State product will receive a second chance with the Panthers and bolster the organizational depth at wide receiver.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Injury settlement reached
Thompkins (hamstring) was waived from the Panthers' injured reserve list after reaching an injury settlement with the team Saturday, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: The third-year wideout reverted to the Panthers' IR on Monday after being waived/injured Sunday, and the team has now officially decided to part ways with Thompkins. With the injury settlement agreed upon, Thompkins is free to sign elsewhere once he recovers from his hamstring issue.
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to IR
Thompkins (hamstring) reverted to the Panthers' injured reserve list Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Thompkins signed with Carolina in July but was waived/injured Sunday due to a lingering hamstring issue. He's since cleared waivers and will miss the entire 2024 season unless he and the Panthers reach an injury settlement.
Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Waived by Carolina
Thompkins (hamstring) was waived/injured by the Panthers on Sunday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver can be claimed by another team until Monday morning. If he goes unclaimed, he will revert to injured reserve and would need to reach an injury settlement with Carolina to play this season. Thompkins signed with the Panthers in late July after getting waived with an injury settlement by the Buccaneers in June.
Published: Sun, Aug 11 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Inks deal with Carolina
Thompkins (hamstring) signed with the Panthers on Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The Buccaneers waived Thompkins with an injury settlement in early June, and now that he's past his hamstring issue, the third-year wide receiver has decided to follow his former offensive coordinator, Dave Canales, to Carolina. Thompkins has served primarily as a return man during his time in the NFL, so he'll likely be competing with Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Raheem Blackshear for the the Panthers' top kick and punt returner spots as the offseason progresses.
Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Waived by Tampa Bay
Thompkins (hamstring) was waived with an injury settlement Monday after going on the reserve/injured list, Howard Balzer of GoPHNX.com reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver is free to look for another opportunity in 2024 now that he's been cut with the injury settlement. Thompkins caught 17 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown and ran eight times for 56 yards in 2023 for the Bucs. The Utah State product signed with the team as an undrafted free agent in 2022.
Published: Mon, Jun 10 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on injured reserve
Thompkins (hamstring) reverted to IR on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Thompkins will now likely miss the 2024 campaign with his shift to injured reserve. However, if he can reach an injury settlement with the Buccaneers, he'd be free to find an opportunity elsewhere once he can prove himself healthy.
Published: Tue, Jun 4 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Waived with injury designation
The Buccaneers waived Thompkins (undisclosed) with an injury designation Thursday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thompkins was re-signed to a one-year deal with Tampa Bay in March after appearing in all 17 of its regular-season contests and two postseason games in 2023, but he's now dealing with an apparent injury that could sideline him for the season. If the wide receiver clears waivers, he'll likely revert to the Buccaneers' injured reserve ahead of the 2024 campaign.
Published: Thu, May 30 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks new deal
Thompkins re-signed with the Buccaneers on a one-year deal Tuesday.
Analysis: Thompkins joined the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent out of Utah and initially started the season on the team's practice squad. However, the 24-year-old wideout was signed to the active roster before Week 1 and played all 17 regular-season games plus both of Tampa Bay's postseason contests, splitting his time between offense and special teams.
Published: Tue, Mar 5 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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No production in playoff loss
Thompkins failed to bring in his only target and netted no gain on his one punt return in the Buccaneers' 31-23 divisional-round loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins' near non-existent offensive role wasn't exactly surprising given his sporadic use from scrimmage all season, but he also got much fewer opportunities than usual as a returner. The quiet finish to the campaign doesn't necessarily undermine Thompkins' progress in his second season, when he accrued 561 return yards and produced a 17-83-1 line through the air despite being stuck in the latter portion of the Buccaneers' receiver depth chart. Thompkins is set to be an exclusive-rights free…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 22 at 7:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Multiple roles in wild-card win
Thompkins secured his only target for four yards, rushed once for 10 yards, returned one kickoff for 27 yards and ran back two punts for 24 yards in the Buccaneers' 32-9 wild-card win over the Eagles on Monday night.
Analysis: Thompkins was active in the return game as usual, but he also was able to enjoy some sporadic offensive participation. The second-year speedster did record a career-high 17 receptions in the regular season, but his primary value is almost certainly going to come as a returner in Sunday's divisional-round road matchup versus the Lions.
Published: Tue, Jan 16 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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One reception in Week 18 win
Thompkins brought in his only target for one yard in the Buccaneers' 9-0 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins didn't see any return opportunities for a change, but he was able to record a catch for the second straight game to close out the regular season. The second-year speedster wrapped up the 2023 campaign with new career highs in receptions (17), receiving yards (83) and targets (25) while also scoring his first NFL touchdown. However, Thompkins' primary value heading into the postseason is on special teams, as he finished the regular season with 561 total return yards.
Published: Tue, Jan 9 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to returns in win
Thompkins did not draw a target over 14 snaps from scrimmage during Sunday's 30-12 win over the Jaguars, but he returned one kickoff for 17 yards and ran back one punt for six yards.
Analysis: Thompkins hasn't drawn a target since Week 13, and Sunday marked his second game in the last three without a single touch from scrimmage. With his return duties the only stable part of his profile, Thompkins remains a fantasy non-factor heading into Week 17.
Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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One touch from scrimmage in win
Thompkins rushed once for minus-one yard and returned one punt for 13 yards in the Buccaneers' 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins failed to draw a target for the second straight game and went without a catch for the fourth time in the last five contests overall. The Utah State product did see his snaps from scrimmage climb back into double digits (11), but with Trey Palmer and David Moore clearly ahead of him in the pecking order, there's no realistic path for Thompkins to make any meaningful offensive contributions for the time being.
Published: Tue, Dec 19 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to returns in win
Thompkins did not draw a target but returned one kickoff for 29 yards and two punts for 26 yards in the Buccaneers' 29-25 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins failed to draw so much as one look in the passing attack for the second time in three games, and he went without a catch for the third time in the last four. He did continue to put together a strong body of work as a punt returner, however, pushing his average in that capacity to 9.2 yards on 21 opportunities. Heading into a Week 15 road battle versus the Packers, Thompkins' fantasy value continues to be limited to very deep leagues that also count return yardage.
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Records 32 all-purpose yards in win
Thompkins rushed twice for seven yards, brought in his only target for four yards and returned three punts for 21 yards in the Buccaneers' 21-18 in over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins reverted back to his typically modest role from scrimmage after not logging any touches on offense in Week 12 against the Colts, but he still finished with minimal production. The speedy second-year pro isn't a fantasy option outside of very deep leagues that also count return yards.
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 11:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in loss
Thompkins failed to record a single rushing attempt or target in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Thompkins four offensive snaps Sunday accounted for his lowest total of the season. The second-year wideout also played eight special teams snaps in the contest, calling for a fair catch on both of his return opportunities. Thompkins' minimal usage on offense keeps him far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 13 matchup with the Panthers.
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 2:58am by Rotowire.com
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119 all-purpose yards in loss
Thompkins rushed once for 17 yards, failed to bring in his only target, returned three kickoffs for 55 yards and ran back two punts for 64 yards in the Buccaneers' 27-14 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins was once again slightly ahead of fellow reserve receiver Rakim Jarrett in snaps, garnering 16 to his teammate's tally of 14. While Thompkins couldn't make an impact as a receiver while Jarrett rang up an impressive 41-yard grab, the former got a nice chunk gain on his end around and also ripped off a 51-yard punt return to set the Buccaneers up at the 49ers' 13-yard line with 4:27 remaining down 13 points. While that opportunity was subsequently squandered by a Baker Mayfield…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Has 119 all-purpose yards in loss
Thompkins rushed once for 17 yards, failed to bring in his only target, returned three kickoffs for 55 yards and ran back two punts for 64 yards in the Buccaneers' 27-14 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins once again was slightly ahead of fellow reserve receiver Rakim Jarrett in snaps, garnering 16 to his teammate's tally of 14. Although Thompkins couldn't make an impact as a receiver while Jarrett rang up an impressive 41-yard grab, the former got a nice chunk gain on his end around and also ripped off a 51-yard punt return to set the Buccaneers up at the 49ers' 13-yard line with 4:27 remaining and down 13 points. That opportunity was subsequently squandered by a Baker Mayfield…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets back on stat sheet in win
Thompkins rushed once for five yards and brought in one of two targets for five yards in the Buccaneers' 20-6 win over the Titans on Sunday. He also returned two punts for 15 yards.
Analysis: Thompkins was able to record an offensive stat for the first time since Week 7, even as he logged only two touches from scrimmage. His 15 snaps once again outpaced fellow reserve receiver Rakim Jarrett by just one, but Thompkins was the only one of the two to record any offensive stats. Despite the cameo appearance from scrimmage Sunday, Thompkins' fantasy value remains virtually non-existent as long as the Buccaneers' receiving corps is at full health.
Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to return duties again
Thompkins was not targeted over nine snaps but returned three kickoffs for 54 yards and ran back three punts for 22 yards in the Buccaneers' 39-37 loss to the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins was once again way behind No. 3 wideout Trey Palmer (48 snaps) in terms of playing time and logged just one more snap than fellow reserve Rakim Jarrett, although the latter joined Thompkins in going without a target. The diminutive Thompkins does have 13 receptions on the campaign, but he's now gone without a target in back-to-back games and only carries fantasy value in deep formats that count return yards.
Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 10:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to special teams in loss
Thompkins did not draw a target in Thursday's 24-18 loss to the Bills but returned two kickoffs for 44 yards and ran back a punt for no gain. He also fumbled once but recovered.
Analysis: Thompkins logged 11 snaps from scrimmage but was well back of presumptive No. 3 receiver Trey Palmer, who was in on 55 offensive plays. Thompkins also outpaced fellow complementary speedster Rakim Jarrett by only one snap, lending credence to the notion the two may essentially be falling into a rotation at the No. 4 receiver spot. However, Thompkins had recorded multiple receptions in four straight games prior to Thursday, so perhaps the pendulum will swing back some in a Week 9 road matchup…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Three grabs in Week 7 loss
Thompkins brought in all three targets for 14 yards, returned two kickoffs for 50 yards and ran back one punt for three yards in the Buccaneers' 16-13 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins' involvement in the offense ticked back up slightly after he'd posted just two receptions for minus-2 yards Week 6, and he also continued to offer solid production as a kick returner. He logged two more plays from scrimmage (19) than fellow complementary receiver Rakim Jarrett (17), and the former has been the more consistent of the two by far through the first six games.
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 7:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal role on offense in loss
Thompkins brought two of four targets for minus-2 yards, rushed once for five yards and ran back three kickoffs for 55 yards in the Buccaneers' 20-6 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins' statistical and playing time downturn was a big disappointment after he'd generated a 4-45-1 line and rushed once for 11 yards across 42 snaps against the Saints in Week 4. It would have been logical to assume the speedy second-year wideout could have enjoyed an even bigger role coming out of the Week 5 bye, but Thompkins' 14 snaps Sunday were significantly behind fellow complementary receiver Trey Palmer's 37. It's difficult to ascertain whether Thompkins' sparse usage Sunday was…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 11:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Thrives with extra opportunity
Thompkins secured all four of his targets for 45 yards and a touchdown, rushed once for 11 yards and returned one punt for seven yards in the Buccaneers' 26-9 win over the Saints on Sunday.
Analysis: The speedy second-year wideout made good on some extra attention from Baker Mayfield that was brought about by Mike Evans' early exit due to a hamstring injury. Thompkins recorded his first NFL touchdown on a five-yard grab with 3:44 remaining, which gave the Bucs some valuable breathing room. He has already exceeded his modest rookie-season totals of five receptions and 32 yards through just four games in 2023, and if Evans is still sidelined following Tampa Bay's Week 5 bye, Thompkins should…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 9:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in loss
Thompkins brought in two of four targets for six yards in the Buccaneers' 25-11 loss to the Eagles on Monday night.
Analysis: Across 10 snaps, Thompkins notably garnered more of Baker Mayfield's attention than did fellow complementary wideout Trey Palmer in 34 plays from scrimmage. The second-year speedster's playing time was his lowest of the first three games, and his production and snaps are likely to both remain volatile unless multiple injuries strike in front of him on the receiving corps.
Published: Tue, Sep 26 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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No targets despite solid snap count
Thompkins rushed once for 11 yards and didn't log any targets in the Buccaneers' 27-17 win over the Bears on Sunday. He also committed a fumble recovered by Tampa Bay and returned two punts for seven yards.
Analysis: Thompkins' lack of targets was disappointing considering he logged 32 snaps from scrimmage, yet that level of involvement is encouraging in its own right. The second-year speedster has been within a handful of snaps of No. 3 receiver Trey Palmer in both of the first two contests, but his game-to-game production will naturally be difficult to trust unless injuries strike Mike Evans or Chris Godwin.
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees action on offense in win
Thompkins brought in two of three targets for 10 yards, returned one kickoff for 23 yards and ran back four punts for 29 yards in the Buccaneers' 20-17 win over the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: Thompkins operated as the No. 4 receiver, with his 18 snaps from scrimmage sitting just behind No. 3 wideout Trey Palmer's 23. Thompkins encouragingly saw some work on offense right out of the gate after recording five catches across five games in 2022, and the 23-year-old also filled both returner roles as expected. The Utah State product could have occasional opportunities for chunk plays given his speed, especially on a wideout depth chart that's thin on proven options behind the top duo of…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 11:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be primary kick returner
Thompkins secured a spot on the Buccaneers' 53-man roster as a reserve receiver and as the team's top kick returner, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: The speedy Thompkins enjoyed a busy preseason during which he recorded four receptions for 22 yards, returned three kickoffs for 73 yards and ran back four punts for 12 yards. The second-year player could have a fairly meaningful role on offense in addition to his return duties, considering he's projected to open the campaign as the No. 4 receiver and could usurp rookie Trey Palmer for the No. 3 role at some point.
Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 10:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to special-teams production
Thompkins failed to bring in his only target, returned one kickoff for 38 yards and ran back one punt for eight yards in the Buccaneers' 26-20 preseason win over the Ravens on Saturday night.
Analysis: Thompkins looked good in his special-teams roles, even as he failed to make an impact on offense. The second-year speedster logged 19 snaps from scrimmage overall, and he did record four receptions for 22 yards over the Buccaneers' first two preseason games. Thompkins is considered the leader for both returner roles, per Scott Smith of the team's official site, so his roster spot is seemingly secure despite a crowded latter portion of the Buccaneers' wide receiver depth chart.
Published: Sun, Aug 27 at 8:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 33 all-purpose yards in win
Thompkins secured two of three targets for 13 yards, returned one kickoff for 16 yards and ran back two punts for four yards in the Buccaneers' 13-6 preseason win over the Jets on Saturday night.
Analysis: Thompkins had a solid night overall while logging 20 snaps from scrimmage. The Utah State product is in a battle with several other young wideouts for a spot on the latter portion of the Buccaneers' depth chart, and he was outperformed by one of them, Rakim Jarrett, in Saturday's contest. Nevertheless, Thompkins' ability to also contribute as a returner ups his odds, and he should have another solid opportunity to make his case in Saturday night's home preseason finale versus the Ravens.
Published: Mon, Aug 21 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of receptions in loss
Thompkins secured both of his targets for nine yards, rushed once for eight yards, returned one kickoff for 19 yards and ran back one punt for no gain in the Buccaneers' 27-17 preseason loss to the Steelers on Friday.
Analysis: Thompkins wasn't quite able to carry over the stellar showings he'd regularly been putting together in training camp practices, but he was serviceable with the opportunities he received. The Utah State product does have an advantage over the player who might be his most direct competition for a roster spot, Kaylon Geiger, in that he was able to record five receptions while also accruing 324 total yards on returns across five games in 2022. The competition between the two will continue in…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Making push with impressive camp
Thompkins, who's looking to secure a spot as a reserve receiver in addition to a potential returner role, has been making spectacular catches in nearly every training camp practice, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: The diminutive Utah State product already clawed his way onto the active roster last season, going from training camp standout to the practice squad before getting into the last five regular-season games and the wild-card loss to the Cowboys. Most of Thompkins' touches came on special teams -- he posted 324 total return yards -- but he also logged 70 regular-season snaps from scrimmage and compiled a 5-32-0 line on 10 targets while also rushing twice for 26 yards. He's naturally still looking…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 7 at 9:20pm by Rotowire.com
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