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Other NFL Executives Skeptical of Buccaneers' Offseason

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, like every other team, are looking toward the NFL Draft. They still have plenty of needs to fill, but they ended up filling a lot of those needs during free agency — while also losing a number of important contributors they'll need to replace in the draft.

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Buccaneers Legend Lavonte David Throws Shade At Jalen Hurts

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Philadelphia Eagles have developed a strong rivalry in recent years, and few teams have had as much success against Philadelphia as Tampa Bay.

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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?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / April 6

Buccaneers Bring Back Familiar Face

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reuniting with offensive lineman Justin Skule, bringing back a familiar and trusted depth piece who was part of the team from 2022 through 2024.

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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

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

Lavonte David News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 6

NFC Notes: Lavonte David, Matt Ryan, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Recently retired Buccaneers LB Lavonte David revealed the injuries that QB Baker Mayfield was dealing with last season. “The season’s over now, I can talk about it,” David said, via JoeBucsFan.com.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6

Buccaneers add Baker Mayfield protection with veteran offensive tackle

Though free agency is almost a month old at this point, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still finding value in the weeks leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 6

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bring Back Blocker After Spending 2025 Apart

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to address their offensive tackle depth this offseason, especially after Tristan Wirfs and Luke Goedeke combined to miss 11 games last season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 6

Former Rival Takes Shot At Buccaneers With Tom Brady Claim

Rivalries run deep in the NFL. Every division has its own history, and the NFC South — and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — are no exception. The Bucs hold one of the worst overall win percentages in North American sports, and for a while, they didn't have a true rivalry with any other team in the NFC South.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / April 6

Lavonte David Reveals Baker Mayfield Played With ‘A Lot Of Injuries’ In 2025

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has built a reputation for toughness, routinely playing through injuries. In 2025, that resilience may have been tested more than ever, as he appeared to be battling through a wide range of issues.

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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

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 6

Could Buccaneers Draft From Familiar School to Pick This Athletic Safety?

It's no secret that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers need all the help they can get on defense. It's set to be a defense-heavy draft for Tampa Bay in 2026, even

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The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

The 'NCAA men's basketball champions' quiz

The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Total Pro Sports / April 6

Baker Mayfield Was Dealing With 'A Lot Of Things' During 2025 Season – Bucs Teammate Reveals

After posting the best season of his NFL career in 2024, Baker Mayfield’s level decreased in 2025. The veteran quarterback led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a solid 6-2 start, but they couldn’t keep up and ended up posting an 8-9 record, losing the NFC South title to the Carolina Panthers in the season finale.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Football Analysis / April 6

NFL’s 581-Tackle Linebacker Retires At 30 After 4 Teams In 4 Years And Just 2 Final Games

Spring mini-camp in Tampa Bay, and the new linebacker brought what coaches called “juice and energy.” Anthony Walker Jr. had a personal connection with Lavonte David — both hail from Miami — knew the 3-4 scheme cold, and impressed enough to earn a one-year, $1.422 million deal.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 6

ESPN adds gas to the fire when it comes to the Buccaneers shaking up first round of the NFL Draft

Trading back in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is the best-case scenario for the Buccaneers and there’s one team that’s making more and more sense as we approach April 23.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 5

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Player Discusses Baker Mayfield’s Toughness in 2025 Season

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a season they would like to forget, missing the playoffs in 2025. Quarterback Baker Mayfield went from being one of the frontrunners for the NFL MVP to struggling to get through the season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 3

NFL executives share gloomy outlook about Buccaneers' offseason

For a piece published on Friday, The Athletic's Mike Sando spoke with unnamed NFL executives who shared some gloomy outlooks regarding how the Buccaneers have changed since the end of the 2025 season.

Does Buccaneers ownership have any regrets about not doing more to hold onto 49ers' Mike Evans?

Buccaneers co-owner makes feelings on possible Baker Mayfield extension clear

Joel Glazer sends clear message to Buccaneers fans who wanted Todd Bowles fired

The '15+ TD-catches in a season' quiz

Anthony Walker Jr. News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 2

Veteran LB Anthony Walker Jr. Announces Retirement

Veteran LB Anthony Walker Jr. announced on his Instagram that he is retiring after nine seasons in the NFL. Walker, 30, is a former fifth-round pick of the Colts back in 2017.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 1

Bucs co-owner makes feelings on possible Mayfield extension clear

Buccaneers co-owner makes feelings on possible Baker Mayfield extension clear

Questions about Mayfield's short- and long-term futures will hover over the Buccaneers unless he signs a noteworthy extension at some point this spring or summer.

How Buccaneers think Baker Mayfield will take Mike Evans' departure 'personally'

Bucs GM shares honest update on Baker Mayfield's contract extension

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles opens up about departures of Mike Evans, Lavonte David

The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 1

Glazer sends clear message to Bucs fans who wanted Bowles fired

Joel Glazer sends clear message to Buccaneers fans who wanted Todd Bowles fired

The Bucs went from 6-2 to 8-9 en route to missing the playoffs this past season.

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles opens up about departures of Mike Evans, Lavonte David

NFL coaches seem to accept reality about expected 18-game regular season

Bucs GM shares honest update on Baker Mayfield's contract extension

The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

Jason Licht News / PewterReport.com / March 31

Bucs GM Jason Licht Backs HC Todd Bowles: 'Right Man To Steady The Ship'

The Bucs reached a pivotal fork in the road this offseason — change head coaches or double down on Todd Bowles. They doubled down. That decision will shape the franchise’s trajectory in 2026 and beyond, but for now, Bowles has the backing of both the Glazers and general manager Jason Licht.