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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / March 26

Bucs Free Agency Receives Mixed Reviews, Raises Questions

It was earlier this week that I wrote a story about how the Bucs could make one more defensive free agent move. Less than 24 hours later, Tampa Bay went out and signed veteran inside linebacker Christian Rozeboom.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 26

Buccaneers Already Making Hall of Fame Case for Lavonte David

It isn’t common for a player to spend his entire career with one NFL franchise. For Lavonte David and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it was the perfect match

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 26

Why Missouri LB Josiah Trotter Would Be a Strong Pick for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are at a transition point at linebacker, making the evaluation of instinctive, physical second-level defenders a priority heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 26

JR’s 2026 Buccaneers’ 7-Round Mock Draft 1.0

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter the 2026 NFL Draft in a transitional phase on defense while continuing to build around quarterback Baker Mayfield on offense.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / HITC / March 25

Baker Mayfield makes ‘incredible’ observation after playing golf with Jordan Spieth

Baker Mayfield got a rare opportunity during the NFL offseason when he teed it up with Jordan Spieth ahead of the Valspar Championship. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, a well-known golf fan, played alongside the three-time major winner in a pro-am last week.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / March 25

Would Baker Mayfield actually be 'justified' seeking these contract extension figures?

Baker Mayfield, the two-time Pro Bowl quarterback of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is entering the final year of a contract the market has essentially lapped.

How Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract saga could turn ugly

Buccaneers legend Lavonte David announces retirement

The 'Most 20-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NHANFL / March 25

Buccaneers Free Agency Left a Glaring Hole: Why Pick No. 15 Must Be an Edge Rusher

TAMPA, FL — The clock is ticking on Jason Licht. The front office patched the leaks in free agency, but they completely missed the gaping hole in the hull.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 25

Could Lavonte David Return to the Buccaneers After Announcing Retirement?

Very few players can boast about the career that Lavonte David had throughout his 14-year tenure in the NFL. David played all of it for one team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and he amassed one First Team All-Pro and two Second Team All-Pros en route to finishing his career as one of the best inside linebackers of all time.

Baker Mayfield News / PewterReport.com / March 25

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield May Get A Record Contract If He Hits Free Agency

The phrase about the “elephant in the room” is typically dedicated to one dramatic situation, but for the Bucs this offseason, there have been several elephants in the room.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 25

Should Buccaneers Really Extend Baker Mayfield This Offseason?

There is no position more important in football — and perhaps among North America's four major sports — than quarterback. A quarterback is not only a team leader, but their control over the entire offense means that the gap between a good one and a great one can often be the gap between a playoff exit and a Super Bowl victory.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 25

Writing The Ship: The Perfect Buccaneers Prototype

When it comes to the NFL draft, every team has a type of player they are looking for. It feels like every year people say “oh that guy just feels like a Raven” or something similar to that about various teams.

Jason Licht News / A to Z Sports / March 25

ESPN defends Jason Licht's controversial free agency decision, but it's not going to change anyone's mind

The 2026 offseason was never going to be easy for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as general manager Jason Licht and Co. faced a myriad of problems to solve without many viable solutions.

Lavonte David News / PewterReport.com / March 25

Why Lavonte David’s Mindset Was Always 'Bucs For Life'

Lavonte David spent 14 years in the NFL – all with the Buccaneers. Upon announcing his retirement on Tuesday, it cemented that his entire career would be with one team here in Tampa Bay.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / March 25

How Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract saga could turn ugly

Mayfield and the Buccaneers agreed to a three-year contract back in March 2024, and some have pointed out that Tampa Bay could save some money by signing Mayfield to an extension this spring.

Buccaneers legend Lavonte David announces retirement

The 'Most 20-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / March 25

Tykee Smith Is Ready For Bucs Captain Role With Lavonte David Retiring

Bucs safety Tykee Smith is grateful that he witnessed Lavonte David’s greatness for the last two years. David, who retired from the NFL on Tuesday, played 14 fantastic years for the Bucs and led Tampa Bay’s defense as a team captain for the past dozen seasons since 2014.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 25

Lavonte David Just Gave Away Secret of Buccaneers' Next Leader on Defense

Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lavonte David has retired from the NFL. In his absence, the Bucs are losing not just one of the most productive players in team history, but also one of the best leaders in team history who was able to be an example to young players every day on and off the football field.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / March 24

NFL Legend Tom Brady Reacts to Retirement Announcement

Lavonte David is hanging up his cleats after 14 seasons in the NFL, all with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He joins an elite group of players who spent their entire professional careers with one team.