Buccaneers signed LB Nate Triplett, formerly of the Chargers. He replaces Thomas Williams, who was signed on Thursday but left the team for undisclosed reasons. A 2010 fifth-round pick out of Minnesota, Triplett is a longshot to crack the 53-man roster.

Chargers signed LB Nate Triplett, formerly of the Colts. Triplett, a 2010 fifth-round pick out of Minnesota, figures to be fifth on San Diego's depth chart at inside linebacker. He can play on special teams.

Colts waived LB Nate Triplett. The Colts' needs along their mangled lines are more pressing than holes at linebacker and special teams. Triplett is likely headed back to the practice squad.

Colts promoted LB Nate Triplett off their practice squad. Indianapolis is reeling at linebacker with Gary Brackett and Ernie Sims both out indefinitely. Triplett is an undersized second-year player out of the University of Minnesota. He'll take some of Phil Wheeler's special teams reps.