Shaquil Barrett Rejoins Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Shaquil Barrett, a former Pro Bowl linebacker, is returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a tumultuous year that included a brief retirement and a stint with the Miami Dolphins. Initially released by the Buccaneers in March for salary cap reasons, Barrett signed with the Dolphins but retired before the season began without playing a game. After clearing waivers, he will rejoin the Buccaneers' active roster, providing much-needed depth to their defense as they compete for playoff spots in the NFC South. Barrett, who won a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers and earned multiple Pro Bowl selections during his time with them, recorded impressive career stats including 45 sacks and 15 forced fumbles. Despite a challenging comeback from an Achilles injury, he aims to contribute as the team approaches the end of the regular season. The Buccaneers currently hold an 8-7 record and are vying for playoff positioning against the Atlanta Falcons.