Hawley's $2.5 million option for the 2018 season was declined by the Buccaneers on Monday, making him a free agent, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hawley saw action in just four games for the Buccaneers during the 2018 campaign and was deemed expendable as a result. There's reportedly potential interest for the two sides to reconvene on a cheaper contract, though nothing official has been announced at this point. Either way, Hawley becomes a free agent and should field some interest as an eight-year veteran.

Hawley (illness) returned to practice as a full participant Thursday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran center has been struggling with an illness since last week and missed the Week 13 overtime loss to the Packers as a result. Hawley is slated to handle starting center dutie for the balance of the campaign when healthy now that Ali Marpet (knee) is on injured reserve. Further information on his status should be available on the final injury report of the week Friday afternoon.

Hawley (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 13 tilt against the Packers.

EDGE Analysis

Hawley was a Friday addition to the injury report with his illness, and his potential absence couldn't be more ill-timed if it does come to pass. The Buccaneers are coming off a week in which they placed starting center Ali Marpet (knee) on injured reserve, a development that leaves Hawley poised to handle Marpet's duties moving forward. Hawley's availability could come down to a game-time call, with the likes of Evan Smith, Kevin Pamphile and Caleb Benenoch all potential candidates to fill in if Hawley can't go.

Hawley re-signed with the Buccaneers to a two-year contract, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hawley has played in 30 of 32 games for the Buccaneers over the last two seasons, including 29 starts, so he's been a dependable guy who's avoided the injury bug. He should tentatively slot back in as the team's starting center, although he'll still have to solidify that starting role during training camp.

Hawley hurt his thumb during Sunday's 17-16 victory over the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of Hawley's injury wasn't specified. However, the fact he wasn't immediately ruled out upon initial examination suggests the ailment isn't serious. Thus, the UNLV product should be good to go for the start of offseason activities.

Hawley (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Hawley was forced to miss the Buccaneers' Week 10 win over the Bears, but he'll return to his usual role as the starting center in Week 11.

Hawley (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The center is expected to resume his role as a starter after missing last week's win over the Bears. His presence should be a boost for the Buccaneers' pass protection and run game, as he'll help pave the way for Doug Martin and company.

Hawley (knee) will be inactive for Sunday's game against the Bears, Scott Smith of Buccaneers.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hawley won't be available as expected, so Evan Smith figures to get the start at center.

Hawley (knee) is expected to be replaced by Evan Smith in Sunday's game against the Bears, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

This will be the second straight week the Bucs are without Hawely.

Hawley has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Falcons due to a knee injury.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of the injury is not known at this time. Evan Smith will presumably fill in at center with Hawley sidelined.