A banged-up Tampa Bay offense is inching back toward full strength at exactly the moment the NFC South race is tightening. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan returned to work this week , with Todd Bowles acknowledging that both receivers, along with left tackle Tristan Wirfs, are being ramped up for the short-week showdown against the Atlanta Falcons rather than being rushed recklessly back onto the field.

According to Adam Schefter, the Buccaneers have now activated wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan from injured reserve, and both are eligible to play Thursday night in Atlanta, turning earlier optimism about their status into a clear green light as long as there are no late setbacks. Expand Tweet

Evans’ situation has hovered over Tampa’s season. The veteran has been limited to

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