Spencer was placed on the reserve/retired list on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Spencer was a sixth-round pick of the Redskins in 2015 and spent his rookie year on Tampa Bay's practice squad after Washington waived him. It's unclear why he retired but since he was in for a season of little more than a practice squad role once again, his absence likely won't have an impact on the Buccaneers.

Spencer was signed to the Bucs practice squad Thursday, the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

After having made the initial version of the team's 53-man roster, Spencer was jettisoned Tuesday when the team opted to ink veteran Cecil Shorts. However, given the obvious interest that the Bucs had in retaining him, he was unsurprisingly brought back in a practice squad capacity for the time being. Spencer tallied five receptions for 54 yards in the preseason and flashed during some training camp practices as well. Spencer spent a bulk of last season on the practice squad as well and would appear likely to be the first receiver summoned to the active roster in case of an injury.

Spencer was released by the Buccaneers on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

The Buccaneers parted ways with Spencer on Tuesday in order to make room for veteran Cecil Shorts, who the team signed to a one-year deal. The team was looking to bolster the back end of their receiver depth chart and choose to go with experience in Shorts over a young wideout like Spencer. The former sixth-round pick could find his way onto a roster, if not a team's practice squad.

Spencer has secured a spot on the Buccaneer's final roster as the fifth receiver, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The final spot was essentially between Spencer and second-year wide receiver Kenny Bell, who ended up being released on Friday. Spencer likely won't see much of the field this year barring any unforeseen circumstances, but his three catches for 27 yards in Tampa Bay's final preseason game looked to be just what he needed to stay on the team.

Spencer secured all three of his targets for 27 yards in Wednesday's 20-13 preseason loss to the Redskins.

EDGE Analysis

Spencer made a solid impression at the right time, especially considering he'd missed last Friday's tilt against the Browns with a knee injury. He ran without any issue after returning to practice earlier in the week and tied Bernard Reedy and Peyton Barber for second on the Bucs in receptions for the night. Spencer finishes the exhibition slate with five receptions for 54 yards over three games and will now wait to see if he's done enough to secure a spot on the final roster.

Spencer (knee) remains a contender for one of the Bucs' final receiver spots, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 23-year-old missed last Friday's game against the Browns with a knee injury suffered against the Jaguars the previous week, but has been back on the practice field this week. Spencer figures to receive plenty of reps in Wednesday night's preseason finale as the Bucs attempt to finalize the back end of their wide receiver corps. The former Buckeye has had a quiet showing through the two exhibition contests he has participated in, securing just two of six targets for 27 yards.

Spencer (knee) was held out of Wednesday's joint practice with the Browns, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The second-year receiver remained a spectator for the third consecutive practice and is losing valuable opportunities to make his case for a spot on the latter half of the Bucs' wide receiver depth chart. Spencer has two receptions for 27 yards over the first two weeks of preseason, with his injury having been sustained in last Saturday's tilt against the Jaguars. His status for Friday's matchup versus the Browns looks to be highly in question at this point in time.

Spencer (knee) was sidelined during Tuesday's practice as he continues to deal with the injury he suffered Saturday, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Spencer hopes to get a practice in prior to the Buccaneers' next preseason game Friday against the Browns, while his status for that contest may be up in the air at this point. The team doesn't have many proven options in the receiving corps behind Mike Evans and Vincent Jackson, so Spencer could potentially battle for a meaningful role.

Spencer (knee) sat out of Monday's practice, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Spencer injured his knee in Saturday's preseason affair against the Jaguars. Despite his rookie presence, Spencer has quietly impressed many close to the Buccaneers' organization. While the injury doesn't help his chances of making the team come Week 1, the 23-year-old still has the rest of preseason to solidify a spot as a depth receiver.

Spencer secured two of four targets for 27 yards in Saturday's 27-21 preseason victory over the Jaguars.

EDGE Analysis

The former Buckeye was solid in his second-half opportunities, somewhat redeeming himself after failing to catch the two targets he saw in the preseason opener against the Eagles. Spencer will continue his battle for a backup receiver role with the likes of Jonathan Krause, Donteea Dye and Kenny Bell for the remainder of the preseason.