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Tampa Bay outside linebacker Anthony Nelson had a big day against New Orleans and now has been recognized for it. Nelson has been named NFC defensive player of the week.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / October 26

Buccaneers defender just joined rare NFL company with insane stat

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are getting a huge spark from an unexpected source in outside linebacker Anthony Nelson. In his first start of the season, Nelson has been everywhere forcing a fumble, recording a sack, and even taking an interception to the end zone.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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NFL News / Field Level Media / October 26

Buccaneers' defense leads the way against lowly Saints

Anthony Nelson returned an interception for a touchdown, the Tampa Bay defense forced three more turnovers, Chase McLaughlin made three field goals of 50-plus yards and the visiting Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints 23-3 on Sunday.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

Buccaneers cruise to 23-3 win in New Orleans

The Buccaneers are missing several key offensive pieces due to injuries, so they leaned on their defense in New Orleans on Sunday. Anthony Nelson returned an interception for a touchdown in the first half and the Bucs forced four total turnovers en route to a 23-3 win.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

Bucs up 7-0 after Anthony Nelson interception return for a touchdown

The Buccaneers offense couldn't score on four plays from the Saints' 1-yard line, but the defense made up for it. Edge rusher Anthony Nelson batted a Spencer Rattler pass into the air and then picked it off for a four-yard touchdown return.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / October 25

Anthony Nelson Has A History Of Making Impact Plays For The Bucs

The Bucs are no strangers to having their depth challenged, especially throughout the first seven weeks of the 2025 season. Come Sunday afternoon in New Orleans, it’ll be challenged again, this time at outside linebacker as Anthony Nelson steps in for the injured Haason Reddick.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 15

Bucs criticized for signing $10 million linebacker in free agency

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are back in business with one of their veteran pass rushers by signing Anthony Nelson to a two-year, $10 million deal. Sports Illustrated writer Matt Verdarame gave the Bucs a "C+" in his free agency grades.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / March 11

Iowa Hawkeyes Standout Lands New Deal With NFL Contender

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Anthony Nelson has cashed in during NFL free agency, as the edge rusher has landed a two-year, $10 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Buccaneers re-sign longtime OLB

Another offseason chock full of Buccaneers re-signings is upon us. Anthony Nelson will become the latest homegrown player to stick around. The Bucs are giving the outside linebacker at two-year, $10MM deal, ESPN.com’s Jeremy Fowler reports.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 1, 2024

Anthony Nelson's huge moment in Bucs' win over Panthers was overshadowed by a much bigger delivery

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers needed a big play from their defense in overtime tied at 23 with the Carolina Panthers on Sunday evening. And OLB Anthony Nelson

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / January 16, 2024

Watch: The Buccaneers Do The Safety Dance

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 32-9 on Monday Night Football to advance to the divisional round against the Detroit Lions. While the Pewter Pirates offense was clicking on all cylinders, it was the defense that came up with several huge plays.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / August 1, 2023

Buccaneers motivated by lack of respect after Tom Brady departure

Logic suggests neither free-agency signing Baker Mayfield nor 2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask will guide this year's Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title as did Brady during his first campaign with the organization. Nevertheless, players such as wide receiver Mike Evans insist Tampa Bay isn't rebuilding without TB12 handling training-camp practice sessions.

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