Although he sat out practice Wednesday, Buccaneers running back Doug Martin said his left shoulder injury is improving. Martin said will require surgery at some point, but he hasn't ruled out playing again this season.
"Everything is looking good," Martin said, per The Tampa Tribune. "I’m doing everything the trainer’s telling me and it is improving. The pain’s decreasing and the range of motion is increasing."
Bucs coach Greg Schiano said the success of running back Mike James won't have an impact on Martin's potential return to the lineup.
"(James’ success) doesn’t affect our urgency," Schiano said. "It’s about having as many good players you can have on your 46-man game-day roster to help you win. It’s just a matter of dealing with Doug and our trainers and doctors -- is he OK to play and is it in his best interest? What is best for everybody involved?"