Bucs CB Tykee Smith is being evaluated for a concussion

The Bucs defensive back left the game after he was hit by his own teammate during a tackle in the second quarter.

Buccaneers nickel cornerback Tykee Smith left their Thursday night matchup with the Atlanta Falcons to be evaluated for a concussion. He was hit by Bucs linebacker KJ Britt while making a tackle in the second quarter.

Tampa Bay is already missing All-Pro safety Antoine Winfield Jr. His absence could press second-year CB Josh Hayes into service, or the Bucs may move Christian Izien to his old position and bring in Kaevon Merriweather to play safety.