Zyon McCollum Has A Groin Injury
August 12th, 2026
Bucs No. 1 cornerback Zyon McCollum watched the last two practices against the Jets in sweatpants as a spectator.
That’s always a bad sign when a guy isn’t even jogging with a trainer during practice.
In a sitdown with JoeBucsFan.com this afternoon, Todd Bowles said McCollum has a groin injury and is “coming along.” Bowles did not offer a return timetable. Based on how Bowles responded, it seems highly unlikely McCollum will play in the preseason.
August 12th, 2026 at 4:58 pm
Oh boy, groin injuries are tricky. If you don’t let it heal, it’ll continue to get worse. This sucks. I remember when the Bucs got Joey Galloway back in the day and he couldn’t plsy when he got to the Bucs due to a groin injury. Took him a while to get on the field.
I hope he’ll be ready week one. Jeez, CB room thinner than a sheet of paper.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:01 pm
Zyon will go down as the absolute worst contract extension Licht has made as GM.
It was stupid then, and it’s even stupider now. Rewarded for one single year of slightly above average pay… unreal.
Bookmark my words.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:01 pm
*slightly above average play.
His pay is waaaaaaay above average
August 12th, 2026 at 5:05 pm
We must add CB depth. If not, Licht should not only be canned, he should be admitted to a local psych ward.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:16 pm
Because, of course he does. What are the chances that the Malingering Brothers play much this year? Will Morrison play in 6 games? I’m taking the under.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:17 pm
Another kick to the beans as it were.
I’ll bet he isn’t bored now.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:18 pm
Licht must think that these losers in the secondary are actually going to make it through the season. This just a continuation of the last three seasons. Maybe Winfield is a true starter, but the rest are just third string scrubs that can’t get out of the hot tub. Another season down the tubes because the Bucs did nothing to improve the piss poor secondary.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:25 pm
its not a groin injury, it’s just bored.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:27 pm
Then invite Terrion Arnold for a conversation at One Buc Place!
August 12th, 2026 at 5:28 pm
buc4evr, I haven’t heard Winfield’s name once yet.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:28 pm
When he gets bored with his groin injury he will play
August 12th, 2026 at 5:29 pm
A groin injury, you know I’m starting to get JTS vibes from Zyon McCollum. McCollum’s physical attributes and potential ceiling is that of a star in the NFL. But I don’t see Zyon McCollum who gets bored while making millions of dollars to play football on tv in front of millions of people….I don’t believe he is ever getting to that point where he is going to be a number 1 shutdown down yiur an opposing teams best receiver in a consistent basis. Additionally I’m starting to wonder if Bowles is capable of developing his own rookie drafted cornerback into a shutdown down corner… i have a wild idea, put Zyon McCollum on the trade block and see what teams offer?? Take a chance on Trevon Diggs and get a pick for Zyon McCollum. Use some the money that will open up after Zyon McCollum to give Vita a pay bump. Interesting?
August 12th, 2026 at 5:35 pm
Terrion Arnold will eventually be suspended from games, not sure when or how many.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:36 pm
These guys now can stay in college for like 8 years.. above average ones can get NIL deals. Millionaires before they ever step foot in the league.
Absolutely no motion to be great football players.
McCollum is another Bud Licht bust.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:36 pm
I posted this in the wrong thread. My bad Joes.
Pound the over and the over on Burrow’s passing yards and make it a triple taking Cincy and the points. Seems like a no-brainer. I’ll eat my crow later but that offense is gonna crush it this year. Yikes.
August 12th, 2026 at 5:50 pm
Someone set this kid with a woman so stops pulling his groin
August 12th, 2026 at 5:56 pm
Zyon learned from the best in Davis and Dean
August 12th, 2026 at 6:00 pm
This is why the Glazers told Licht, hold off on any extensions. Just in case we go in another direction next season, want to keep our options open.
August 12th, 2026 at 6:09 pm
Tweaked backs, pulled hamstrings and now a groin. Are these guys even in good physical condition? It seems not.
August 12th, 2026 at 6:19 pm
Another noncontact injury……..
August 12th, 2026 at 6:19 pm
Can a groin get bored?
August 12th, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Who is not already injured? What a Buc Clown Show.
August 12th, 2026 at 6:40 pm
Maybe a perfect 0-17 coming up
August 12th, 2026 at 6:44 pm
Right now it looks like we’ll have McCollum, Morrison, Parrish, Scott, Hayes & possibly another rookie (Ayden Garnes?) to start the season (not sure if Bowles will go with 5 or 6 CBs). We desperately need another quality CB who could start outside if need be.
I don’t know how many JBFers remember Dee Delaney, but he did spend 3 years with us so he probably knows Bowles’ defense as well as anyone who’s available right now. He last played for us in 2023 (his best year with us actually), but we didn’t re-sign him so he signed with the Bills but got injured in Training Camp (and got an injury settlement after that). Hasn’t played with any NFL team since then, but the reports said he was all healed up.
Delaney was never one of my personal favorites, but hey, you never know. Might be worth a look-see. He’s only 31 right now.
August 12th, 2026 at 6:49 pm
FINALLY! An injury that isn’t a hammy
August 12th, 2026 at 6:52 pm
BA’s Red Pen Says:
August 12th, 2026 at 6:19 pm
Can a groin get bored?
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Mine does occasionally but I think it’s is age related.
August 12th, 2026 at 7:04 pm
Well I don’t wish injury upon either McColumn or Morrison. However, I do believe the bench is where they belong. Hopefully with the status of these 2 Licht does what he should have done months ago. Go get a legitimate cb!!!!
August 12th, 2026 at 7:08 pm
“Mine does occasionally but I think it’s is age related.”
DooshLaRue for the win!
August 12th, 2026 at 7:10 pm
Rather it happen now than happen during the season.
August 12th, 2026 at 7:17 pm
so now we’re down to 1 starting corner who has never started outside. let’s get a mid tier vet in here ASAP.
August 12th, 2026 at 7:20 pm
DR
I remember Dee. The Bucs should call him. If Eli Apple is available call him too. They need bodies BAD….
August 12th, 2026 at 7:20 pm
Sorry DR, but you’re hoping we have Morrison, and Zyon to start the season. Have zero faith Morrison will play, and Zyon? Trust him slightly more.
August 12th, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Also haven’t heard a dang thing about #31
Hey got the bag and is coasting now?
August 12th, 2026 at 8:13 pm
Pass on Delaney, DR.
I say keep that sixth spot for trying out young guys until the hit paydirt.
August 12th, 2026 at 8:35 pm
Rod Munch Says:
August 12th, 2026 at 7:10 pm
Rather it happen now than happen during the season.
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Rod with the most logical, balanced, adult comment of the thread ?
WTF is going on around here ? 🤣🤣🤣
August 12th, 2026 at 8:37 pm
Rather pay Vita than Zyon
August 12th, 2026 at 8:38 pm
“Oh boy, groin injuries are tricky. If you don’t let it heal, it’ll continue to get worse. This sucks.“
Yup, different type of pain. Painfully different.
August 12th, 2026 at 9:11 pm
Like I said before this injury, Chase, Higgins and Burrow are licking their chops! L, week one. No way can our secondary contain Chase and Higgins. JL and TB added one corner in FA and the draft… that’s why I didn’t like the Hurst pick. That was a luxury. We are stacked at receiver. Not even close at corner.
August 12th, 2026 at 9:13 pm
Oh I forgot our UDFA, Barnes. This would be a massive ask for him to cover the best receiver in the league, week one…
August 12th, 2026 at 10:14 pm
He’s like I make 16 milli a yr no matter how bored my groin gets
August 12th, 2026 at 10:45 pm
On the bright side we can blame the losses on injuries again.
Built in excuses are the best. Results no longer matter.
Oh the culture!!!!
August 12th, 2026 at 10:59 pm
Haven’t played the first pre season game and yet all these injuries. TB has some soft players!
August 13th, 2026 at 12:12 am
This sorry secondary looking like its somehow going to be even
Worse. Dean gone, Morrison? Has he even seen the field? Zyon
Likely missing games this year. Bowels better be workin on that
Resume. The glazers looking to hit the reset button after this year.
August 13th, 2026 at 1:33 am
The sky is not falling, guys. All reports are that ZM is having an excellent camp. Parrish will take that next step. Reports sound good on Garnes. Morrison will eventually be back and it sounds like he was looking good before the injury. Scott can play on the outside too and it sounds like he’s coming along nicely. Injuries happen. It’s football. Let’s at least get into the season before we lose our s-!&.
August 13th, 2026 at 3:20 am
@ Bobby Says: “I have a wild idea, put Zyon McCollum on the trade block and see what teams offer?? Take a chance on Trevon Diggs and get a pick for Zyon McCollum.”
He is unmovable. No one is taking on THAT Salary. NO ONE. And, you’re talking about a player, who is currently INJURED. LoL. Just listen to YOURSELF. It’s FANTASY.
August 13th, 2026 at 9:57 am
I don’t hear anyone bit*hing about Scott cross-training today?
August 13th, 2026 at 11:53 am
The state of Bucs CBs is a preview of what’s to come in season. Injuries cannot be avoided and you cant just have a 2nd year player on the field as depth. Go get a vet FFS!!!