Coach Bruce Arians said Monday that Vaughn is dealing with bruised ribs following Sunday's 28-24 win over the Jets, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Vaughn finished Sunday's contest with eight rushes for 31 yards while hauling in two of three targets for 14 yards. Arians said that the 24-year-old "might" be able to play in Sunday's Week 18 tilt against the Panthers, and he could see increased playing time if Ronald Jones (ankle) is unavailable.