Former Buccaneers' Wide Receiver Ends Brief Retirement

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Cole Beasley has found a new team after coming out of retirement.

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Beasley initially joined the Buccaneers in September to provide depth at the position due to injuries.

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However, he only appeared in two games for the team, catching just four passes for 17 yards.

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Beasley initially said he resigned to spend more time with his family, but he later said the Buccaneers had too many offensive weapons.

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Before joining the Buccaneers, Beasley spent three seasons with the Buffalo Bills.

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In 2020, he had a breakout season, earning Second Team All-Pro honors with 82 catches for 967 yards.

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Now, Beasley is returning to the Bills in hopes of winning a Super Bowl.

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The Bills have a strong receiving corps, but lack a go-to player at the position outside of Stefon Diggs.

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The timing of Beasley's return coincides with the Bills' late push for the Super Bowl.

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The Buccaneers will continue to be covered by BucsGameday throughout the 2022 season.

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