Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers OLB Yaya Diaby vs Minnesota

Buccaneers’ Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby enters Week Three looking for his first sack of the 2026 season. The Bucs need more disruption from their veteran pass rusher.

Diaby has recorded four tackles through two games. He also has one pass deflection, but he remains without a sack.

That production is well below what Diaby showed last season. He finished 2025 with seven sacks, 19 quarterback hits and 62 pressures.

Predicted Stat Line for Yaya Diaby vs Minnesota

– Tackles: 4-6
– Solo Tackles: 2-4
– Sacks: 1-2
– Tackles For Loss: 1-2
– QB Hits: 2-3
– Forced Fumbles: 0-1

Key Factors Influencing

Diaby’s biggest opportunity comes from Minnesota’s passing game. Tampa Bay needs its pass rush to make life difficult for the Vikings quarterback.

The veteran edge rusher has already shown he can generate pressure consistently. His 62 pressures ranked among the NFL’s most productive edge rushers last season.

Diaby also enters the season with an expanded pass-rush arsenal. His power rush, spin move and quick first step give him multiple ways to attack blockers.

The Buccaneers have recorded only two sacks through their first two games. A breakout performance from Diaby would provide a major boost to the defense.

Minnesota’s quarterback mobility could make containment especially important. Diaby will need to balance aggressive rushing with maintaining his responsibilities.

Final Stat Predictions

– Tackles: 5
– Solo Tackles: 3
– Sacks: 1.5
– Tackles For Loss: 2
– QB Hits: 3
– Forced Fumbles: 0

Diaby has yet to produce a sack this season, making this an important opportunity.

His 2025 production showed that he can consistently create pressure when given enough pass-rushing opportunities.

I expect Diaby to finally break through against Minnesota and create problems in the backfield.

Prediction: Five tackles, two tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks and three quarterback hits.