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On YouTubeTampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 19
One Surprising Position the Buccaneers Might Pass on in Round 1
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of needs to address in the NFL Draft, but don't expect them to reach in order to fill them. General Jason Licht has made it clear that defense is a need, and edge rusher and inside linebacker are two positions that could still use starters on Tampa Bay's roster.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / April 18
Are The Buccaneers In The Market For A QB In This Year’s NFL Draft
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with several needs, but quarterback sits low on the list. The Buccaneers are stable at quarterback beyond Baker Mayfield, who appears in line for a lucrative extension this offseason.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 18
NFC Notes: Jason Licht, Dan Morgan, Buccaneers, Panthers, Saints
Bucs GM Jason Licht admitted that the team would love to add another tight end to the roster during the draft. Whether that’s a front-line start or a depth piece remains to be seen.
Todd Bowles News / Bucs Report / April 18
Todd Bowles Isn’t in Trouble… Yet — But the Seat Should Be Getting Warmer
Buccaneers’ head coach Todd Bowles enters the 2026 season in a familiar but uncomfortable NFL space — not in immediate danger of losing his job, but firmly in the conversation.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / April 18
Writing The Ship: Rodriguez Wouldn’t Be A First Round Reach For The Buccaneers
We are less than a week from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers making their first round pick in the NFL draft. Things are starting to heat up and smoking is starting to rise around certain draft prospects.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 18
One Perfect Edge Rusher Target for the Buccaneers in Every Round of the NFL Draft
With the NFL draft quickly approaching, the biggest need the Buccaneers are faced with is very clear — getting help at pass rusher. With that being said, let's take a look at the best realistic option that could be available for the Bucs in each round of the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / April 18
Buccaneers’ GM Frames Roster as Loaded With Leaders Across the Board
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren’t just preaching leadership—they’re building around it, and GM Jason Licht finally put names to it. When discussing emerging leaders on the roster, Licht highlighted a blend of youth and experience.
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.
NFL News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 17
Mike Evans Opens Up About Injuries During Buccaneers 2025 Season
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have to fully prepare for life after Mike Evans after the franchise legend left Tampa Bay in free agency to sign with the San Francisco 49ers.
David Walker News / A to Z Sports / April 17
It sounds like David Walker’s return to the football field is trending in the right direction after his awful knee injury
David Walker tore his ACL during the third training camp practice of the 2025 offseason. His latest injury update places his recovery in a promising direction as the Buccaneers get closer to OTAs.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 17
What Buccaneers GM Jason Licht's Big Board Looks Like as NFL Draft Approaches
We're officially just six days away from the 2026 NFL Draft, and all 32 teams are making their preparations for one of the most important days of the year.
Jason Licht News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 16
Buccaneers GM Jason Licht Reveals Emerging Team Leaders
We've really seen a changing of the guard for the Buccaneers during the 2026 offseason. Gone are franchise legends and leaders in Mike Evans and Lavonte David, with Evans leaving in free agency to join the 49ers and David hanging up his cleats and retiring.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 16
Buccaneers Very Well Could Be Targeting a Quarterback in NFL Draft
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have many needs to address in the 2026 NFL Draft, and quarterback is perhaps the least among them. The Bucs are set even beyond starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, who is likely to get extended this offseason with a big deal.
Cade Otton News / PewterReport.com / April 16
Point-Counterpoint: Is Cade Otton The Right TE1 For The Bucs?
In a Thursday column on PewterReport.com, two Pewter Reporters will debate a Bucs topic with different viewpoints. Which Pewter Reporter wins the debate?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 16
One Perfect Linebacker Target for the Buccaneers in Every Round of the NFL Draft
The linebacker corps is going to look very different for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2026. Linebacker Lavonte David, who played for the Bucs for 14 seasons, retired this offseason, with free agent signing Alex Anzalone coming in to take his place.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 16
Buccaneers GM Jason Licht admits he's like Baker Mayfield in this way
It's no secret that Mayfield has often been motivated to prove critics and doubters wrong throughout his career.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 16
Mike Evans expands on leaving Buccaneers for 49ers in free agency
After spending the first 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Buccaneers, veteran wide receiver Mike Evans left the club to sign a three-year contract with the 49ers.
NFL News / PewterReport.com / April 15
Jason Licht Names Who The Future Leaders Of The Bucs Are
There is certainly a changing of the guard for the Bucs in terms leadership on the roster. That was bound to happen after two legendary players departed after the season for various reasons, leaving a void in the locker room.
Baker Mayfield News / Pro Football Rumors / April 15
Buccaneers Ownership Willing To Extend QB Baker Mayfield
Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his contract, and Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht has already projected confidence in reaching an agreement on an extension.
Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / April 14
Does history suggest Buccaneers have already made decision about possible Baker Mayfield extension?
Mayfield remains in the final year of the three-year deal he signed to stay with the Buccaneers in March 2024.
Baker Mayfield News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 13
Bucs Owner Says It ‘Wouldn’t Hurt At All’ To Give Baker Mayfield Big Extension
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his contract in 2026 after having a successful first two years of his three-year, $100 million contract. Earlier this offseason, Jeff Howe reported Tampa Bay is open to extension talks with Mayfield.
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