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Could Buccaneers Add EDGE Connected to Current Coaching Staff?

Many know that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers need help at edge rusher for the 2026 off-season. While Yaya Diaby had a solid season with seven sacks, the rest of the group left a lot to be desired, with Haason Reddick, Anthony Nelson, Chris Braswell and Markees Watts combining for just seven sacks.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2026 Offseason Outlook

A funny thing happened to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on their way to a fifth-straight NFC South title. Well, it wasn’t all that funny to the Buccaneers or their fans.

Markees Watts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 3

Buccaneers Won’t Tender RFA OLB Markees Watts

According to Greg Auman, the Buccaneers have informed restricted free agent OLB Markees Watts they won’t tender him a contract. Watts is now set to be an unrestricted free agent. Watts, 26, hails from Lancaster, South Carolina, and signed on with the Buccaneers after going undrafted out of UNC-Charlotte in the 2023 draft.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

Can you name every active NFL player to tote the rock at least 900 times so far in their career?

The '150-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Scrimmage-yard leaders since 1970' quiz

The '24 NFL TD's before turning 24' quiz

Mike Evans News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Bucs WR Mike Evans Reveals 4 Non-Negotiable Demands for Next Team

NFL free agency will begin on March 11, with the legal tampering period starting on Monday. One of the biggest free agents on the market is legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans.

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 3

Buccaneers’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after NFL Combine

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are entering a crucial offseason marked by a sense of urgency after losing the NFC South title in 2025. Head coach Todd Bowles is reflecting on his veteran core, and he recently stated that he is hoping for the return of franchise icon Mike Evans.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 3

Should Buccaneers Make Trade For This Pro Bowl Vikings Edge Rusher?

There are quite a few holes to fill on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense to make them a true contender. Perhaps the biggest among them is at edge rusher, where the Bucs have struggled to get any meaningful production for years now.

Teddy Bridgewater News / 5 GOATs / March 3

Two-time BCS National Champion comments on the 'Teddy Bridgewater Bill'

Former NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was the catalyst for the passing of Florida Senate Bill 178. Once enacted into law, the so-called “Teddy Bridgewater Bill” will allow Florida K-12 head coaches to use $15,000 of their personal funds for student-athlete welfare, like food, transportation, and recovery services.

Mike Evans News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Recent NFL free agency rumor on Mike Evans would leave many Bucs fans hopping mad if it came to pass

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of decisions to consider and moves to make in free agency, which gets underway in less than a week. However, two decisions that are primarily on the mind of many Bucs fans are what happens with franchise legends and likely future Hall of Famers Mike Evans and Lavonte David.

Rachaad White News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Rachaad White is linked to a new home in free agency and it makes all the sense in the world for his post-Bucs career

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have several free agents they intend on bringing back this offseason, but don't count on Rachaad White to be in red and pewter for a fifth year.

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 3

Using Football Analytics to Introduce Data-Driven Thinking

Emotion on the Surface, Math Underneath There is something beautifully irrational about football. A fourth-and-two at midfield can feel like a moral dilemma.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 3

Writing The Ship: Buccaneers Combine Losers

The NFL combine is winding down. Scouts have had a chance to talk to prospects and get eyes on what they can do athletically. Now, based on what they’ve seen and heard, they will adjust their big boards accordingly. This should not involve dramatic changes.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / March 3

Have Mike Evans, Buccaneers made decision on their future?

Have Evans and the Bucs already decided whether or not the wide receiver will be a part of the team in 2026.

GM Jason Licht sends message to Buccaneers fans who wanted head coach Todd Bowles fired after 2025 collapse

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 3

5 Players Buccaneers Should Re-Sign in 2026 Free Agency

While there are going to be a slew of new players joining the Buccaneers this offseason, they have 17 unrestricted free agents of their own that they could bring back, as well as a couple of restricted free agents in there as well.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 2

NFC Notes: Mike Evans, Bryce Young, Buccaneers, Panthers

The agent for Buccaneers veteran WR Mike Evans, Deryk Gilmore, said that Evans plans to investigate his options in free agency. “I just think that he basically wants to look at all 32 teams,” Gilmore said, via Pewter Report.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / March 2

Bucs Gambling On Growth In Secondary As Todd Bowles Lays Out 2026 Vision

Heading into 2026, the Bucs are gambling on growth. The changes many are hoping for are on the defensive side of the football, and that they can hit it big with the moves they make in the coming months.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / March 2

Mike Evans Predicted to Pair with $330 Million QB in NFL Free Agency

Mike Evans had a disappointing season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He appeared in just eight games because of a hamstring sprain and a broken collarbone.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / March 2

Todd Bowles Opens Up About Firing Buccaneers Assistants

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers couldn't go through this offseason without any changes. The team started 6-2 and looked to be one of the NFC's premier contenders, but after that, the Bucs lost seven of their next nine games and missed the playoffs entirely at 8-9.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 2

Report: Buccaneers Lavonte David Had Offseason Knee Surgery

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are waiting on a decision from linebacker Lavonte David on whether or not he’ll be returning for the 2026 season. A report from JoeBucsFan.com, that David had arthroscopic knee surgery during the offseason.