Gerald McCoy Injury: Updates on Buccaneers DT's Calf and Return

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy was battling a calf injury heading into Week 8 against the Oakland Raiders, but he's ready to return to action. 

Continue for updates.

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McCoy Active vs. Raiders

Sunday, Oct. 30

The Buccaneers announced McCoy is available to play against Oakland in Week 8.

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Latest on McCoy's Practice Status

Friday, Oct. 28

Per the Buccaneers' official website, McCoy has been a limited participant in practice each of the last two days.

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McCoy Has Been Dinged Up in 2016

After missing just three games in the last four seasons, injuries have become a bit of a problem for McCoy in 2016. He suffered a calf injury in Week 4 and now has the same issue that could prevent him from stepping on the field.  

When healthy, McCoy is one of the best defensive players in the NFL. The 28-year-old defensive tackle has been a Pro Bowl selection in each of the last four years and was named first-team All-Pro in 2013.

Although he plays a position that doesn't often rack up big stats, he has tallied 34 sacks over his last 65 games.