Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rumor: Baker Mayfield turned down ‘multiple’ short-term extension offers

Baker Mayfield appears to be highly motivated to play well and lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers deep into the postseason after the negotiations that took place this summer.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Bucky Irving: The Bucs’ X-Factor

A good athlete can become a master of technique, a great athlete can learn to lead others, but there are some athletes that possess a certain X-factor, something that can’t be taught.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL Passing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

The 'Most passing yards without a touchdown' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

Buccaneers are upset with Baker Mayfield

Baker Mayfield’s public unhappiness with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may not be doing him any favors in terms of his relationship with the organization. In an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” Friday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter suggested there are bad feelings that are growing between Mayfield and the Buccaneers organization.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 31

Buccaneers Rookie Keionte Scott Is Already Turning Heads With His Football Intelligence

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered the offseason knowing their defense needed a significant boost. After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the team invested heavily in improving the unit through free-agent additions and the 2026 NFL Draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / July 31

What's Going On With Tristan Wirfs At Buccaneers Training Camp?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are nearing the end of their first week of training camp, with one noticeable absence throughout: All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Baker Mayfield’s big day, injury updates, Antoine Winfield Jr.’s comeback, and more anchor Buccaneers training camp highlights from Day 3

The Buccaneers were back in action on Friday and there are plenty of training camp highlights to dive into. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrapped up day 3 of training camp on Friday after a couple of productive practices on Wednesday and Thursday.

NFL News / Yardbarker

One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 31

Report: Multiple Teams Are Calling the Buccaneers’ Vita Vea

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are facing a difficult situation with one of their most important defensive players. After failing to secure a contract extension, Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade from the organization.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Teams Calling Buccaneers About Vita Vea

Vita Vea‘s efforts to secure a Buccaneers extension were unsuccessful. As a result, a trade request is now in place with the Pro Bowl defensive tackle declining to participate in training camp.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz

Vita Vea News / Bucs Report / July 30

There’s Hope With Vita Vea

It’s been looking bleak as of late with the news coming out about Tampa Bay Buccaneers nose tackle Vita Vea wanting out. The two sides couldn’t reach a contract extension agreement, and now Vea wants a trade.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / July 31