Bowman (ankle) became a free agent after reaching an injury settlement with the Buccaneers, according to the NFL's Offical Transaction Log.

EDGE Analysis

Bowman reverted back to injured reserve Tuesday after clearing waivers, though he'll become a free agent after reaching an injury settlement.

Bowman (ankle) reverted to Tampa Bay's injured reserve Tuesday after clearing waivers, according to the league's official transactions page.

EDGE Analysis

Barring an injury settlement, the undrafted rookie out of Washington will spend the rest of the season on IR with the Buccaneers. With Bowman out, Patrick O'Connor faces an easier tentative path to the 53-man roster.

Bowman (ankle) was waived-injured by the Buccaneers on Monday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bowman signed with the Buccaneers a little over a week ago after originally entering the league as an undrafted free agent with the Jaguars in May. He played in Tampa Bay's preseason win over Miami last Friday but it's unknown when he suffered the ankle injury.

Bowman injured his ankle in Friday's preseason win and is expected to miss a week or two, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bowman signed with the Buccaneers earlier in the week and saw just 15 snaps prior to his injury. The undrafted defensive end was already facing steep odds of earning a roster spot, and his injury only makes things more difficult for him. Patrick O'Connor will likely see an uptick in snaps while Bowman is out.

Bowman signed a contract with Tampa Bay on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Undrafted out of Washington, Bowman figures to compete for a depth role at defensive end after latching on with Tampa Bay. He played in eight games during his senior season, registering nine total tackles.