Heck, starting at tackle for the Buccaneers, held up well against Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, contributing to a solid pass-protection night and helping Tampa Bay execute the late scoring drive.

Heck stepped in at right tackle, must stabilize the edge and protect Mayfield as Tampa Bay navigates a reshuffled line.

Heck steps in for Wirfs and faces a tougher Week 1 test, increasing pass-protection risk and potentially limiting Mayfield’s quick-trigger options and zone reads, which can affect Tampa’s overall efficiency.

Heck has filled in solidly at left tackle in camp, but TB seeks proven depth behind Wirfs; a veteran swing/tackle with versatility could be a bridge option as Wirfs recovers.

Charlie Heck earned Week 1 starter status at left tackle for Tampa Bay after a camp that featured growth and some rough spots. Bowles praised his experience, toughness, and improvement, though leverage remains a technical hurdle given his height. He will face top edge rushers daily, notably Haason Reddick, in practice, with coaching and internal competition aimed at ironing out kinks before Week 1.