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Buccaneers Exercise DL Calijah Kancey’s Fifth-Year Option

Calijah Kancey missed most of last season, clouding his fifth-year option call. But the 2023 first-round pick’s lengthy injury-driven absence also reduced his option price, creating an interesting decision for the Buccaneers.

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Buccaneers Exercising Fifth-Year Option For DT Calijah Kancey

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced they are exercising the fifth-year option for DT Calijah Kancey. The option is worth $14.475 million fully guaranteed for the 2027 season. The team had until May 1 to make a decision. Kancey, 25, was a two-year starter at Pittsburgh but was named to the freshman All-American team in 2020.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Steve Smith compares Bucs WR Ted Hurst’s standout ability to that of an upcoming Pro Football Hall of Famer

The former All-Pro spoke strongly about the Bucs’ newest wideout and compared his skills to a Hall of FAmer. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2026 NFL Draft is now in the books.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / April 27

4 Buccaneers players on the chopping block after Tampa Bay surpasses the NFL’s 90-man roster limit following the draft

The Buccaneers’ roster is at 92 players after free agency and the draft. One player is exempt due to IPP status, leaving the Bucs one player over the 90-man limit.

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The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in eight minutes?

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Bucs’ way-too-early 53-man roster projection: Tampa Bay is back on the playoff track after successful free agency and draft stints

Free agency and the draft is over, therefore, it’s time to sort through the Bucs’ new-look roster after all of the additions. Who makes the cut and who doesn’t?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Why Bruce Feldman thinks Buccaneers got steal of 2026 NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made some great moves during the 2026 NFL Draft. Tampa was shocked to land Rueben Bain Jr. in the first round. They followed that up by getting great value at a few other points throughout the draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Buccaneers, Chiefs Super Bowl champion announces retirement

The NFL has seen people come and go when it comes to hanging up their cleats, and the latest player had the honor of playing with some of the best quarterbacks this league has seen.

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

Final Draft Grades for the Buccaneers' 2026 NFL Rookie Class

The NFL Draft is a complicated puzzle, and it's one that NFL GMs have to build without knowing in advance which pieces they'll have to work with. It's

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

Buccaneers Lead NFL In Head Turning 2026 Draft Statistic

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers walked away from the 2026 NFL Draft with a strong class, adding a few potential starters and depth pieces for the future. That class also comes with a notable theme, and it could be an indicator for its future success.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / April 26

3 overreactions from Tampa Bay’s 2026 draft: Bucs find their next great defender

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers addressed some major roster issues in the draft and may have found answers to right the ship quickly. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers just wrapped up what could be a very impactful 2026 draft on their future.

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

Buccaneers Establish Clear Defensive Identity With 2026 Draft Picks

It was always going to be a defensive draft for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs made seven draft picks in the first six rounds during the 2026 NFL Draft, and four of those players were defenders.

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

Buccaneers Just Signed A Quarterback They Recently Met With

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are adding another quarterback in the room, and it's one they've had some conversation with prior to the NFL Draft. The Buccaneers signed Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Grading Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Bucs: Tampa Bay hits a home run right off the bat on Saturday

Tampa Bay got a steal off the bat on Saturday afternoon, and they went on to address some key needs with logical selections. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were one of the stories of the first round when they took Miami Hurricanes EDGE Rueben Bain, Jr.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Grading The Buccaneers’ 2026 Draft Class: Jason Licht’s masterclass puts the team back in playoff contention

Jason Licht pulled off one of his best drafts as Buccaneers GM and it could end up as the best ever if the guys he took with the last few picks work out.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / April 25

Bucs Trade Down, Draft WR Ted Hurst In Round 3

The Bucs were on the clock in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft at pick No. 77… until they weren’t. Tampa Bay general manager Jason Licht swung a trade, sending pick No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 23