NFL Team Reinstates 464-Pound Defensive Tackle Prior to Eagles Matchup following Weight-related Discharge
The NFL landscape is abuzz with speculation as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers consider signing Desmond Watson, a defensive tackle from Florida, who, if signed, would become the heaviest player in NFL history, tipping the scales at over 400 pounds.
In a move that could have far-reaching implications, Watson could potentially be the key to stopping the Philadelphia Eagles' signature play, the Tush Push, if he joins the Bucs' roster. The Bucs' tackle Vita Vea is already renowned for his technique in countering the Tush Push, and a partnership between the two could form the heaviest defensive tackle pairing in NFL history, with a combined weight of over 800 pounds.
The Tush Push, a controversial play in the NFL, has been a topic of discussion for some time. In the Eagles' Week 2 Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Brotherly Shove once again dominated the headlines. The play, which involves multiple offensive linemen pushing together to move the defensive line, has been criticised by some teams, with suggestions of a ban. However, Detroit Lions' defensive tackle Tyleik Williams believes that the Tush Push should not be banned, but rather stopped through effective play.
Aaron Gibson, who weighed 410 pounds, was the last heaviest player in NFL history, playing for the Chicago Bears in 2002. If Watson signs and manages to take the record, he would surpass Gibson's weight by a significant margin. Watson was waived by the Bucs on August 25, just one day before the NFL's final 53-man roster cut, having never stepped foot on the field. He was later placed on the Bucs' non-football injury list due to his 449-pound frame, having lost weight since his pro day when he was registered at 464 pounds.
The Bucs are set to play the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 4, and if Watson joins the team, the match could see a historic clash of the titans. Tampa Bay reportedly brought Watson back for a workout on Friday, indicating a possible move towards signing him. Whether Watson will indeed join the Bucs remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the NFL is keeping a close eye on this developing story.
In the meantime, the Kansas City Chiefs are left reeling from their Week 2 defeat at the hands of the Eagles, leaving them 0-2 for the first time in their franchise quarterback's career. The Bucs, on the other hand, are poised for an exciting season, with the potential addition of Watson adding another intriguing layer to their roster. The NFL world eagerly awaits the next move in this unfolding drama.
