Do teams have a 'mini-bye' advantage?

Seahawks rule out 4 players against the Bucs, including 3 starters

No.

In short, the bye week and the mini-bye week (the 10 days between Thursday and the next Sunday) have shown “no significant evidence” of being an advantage due to extra rest. Studies from several sources, including the NFL’s own league office, have shown a non-significant advantage for teams getting 10 days rest, as the Seahawks have this weekend agai…