The Buccaneers will once again be without running back Bucky Irving (foot/shoulder) and wide receiver Chris Godwin (fibula) for their Week 8 game against the Saints, coach Todd Bowles said in his Wednesday press conference. Tampa Bay has a bye in Week 9, which played a factor in the decision.

Daniels was officially ruled out on Thursday with a low-grade hamstring strain he suffered in last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Head coach Dan Quinn said the injury is not significant or long term and that the team wanted Daniels to focus on rehabbing to be ready for Week 9. Daniels has already missed two games this season with a knee injury.

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Once again, backup QB Marcus Mariota steps into the starting lineup. The veteran journeyman is 1-1 in his two starts this season with 363 yards passing, three touchdowns and one interception. Against the Cowboys, Mariota completed 4 of 10 passes for 63 yards and a pick six.

The Dallas Cowboys had an encouraging injury report from Wednesday's practice, with nearly everyone participating.