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Todd Bowles says veteran competing for starting job has been a 'pleasant surprise' through Bucs OTAs, so far

Right now, there are two starting jobs up for grabs on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive line: left guard and center. The competition for the latter job is headlined by fourth-year player, Robert Hainsey, and rookie first-rounder, Graham Barton.

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Bucs' starter points out 'weird' change NFL teams are experiencing during OTAs

One of the most intriguing parts of this year's offseason is how NFL teams navigate the new kickoff rules. It's a whole new world in terms of personnel, play design, and obviously, rules.

Deadrin Senat News / NFLTradeRumors.co / 1 minute ago

Ravens Sign DT Deadrin Senat & NT Josh Tupou

The Ravens announced on Tuesday that they are signing DT Deadrin Senat and NT Josh Tupou. In an additional move, the team also waived DT Ja’Mion Franklin.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / 3 minutes ago

Jamel Dean Reacts To Major Shakeup Of Carlton Davis III Trade

It has been a few months since the Bucs traded Carlton Davis III to the Detroit Lions, making a huge change in Tampa Bay’s secondary. But, it’s the first time we were able to see the reaction from Davis’ close teammate Jamel Dean.

Sirvocea Dennis News / PewterReport.com / 22 minutes ago

Bucs OTA Insider 5-28: O-Line Battles, Ball-Hawking Dennis

The second week of Bucs OTAs (organized team activities) got going Tuesday morning at the AdventHealth Training Center under partly cloudy skies and an occasional breeze, neither of which did a whole lot to take the edge off of the heat.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / 3 hours ago

National outlet gives Tampa Bay Buccaneers some very deserved credit in a key area for 2024

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht has managed to help build the Buccaneers into a perennial playoff team. However, it's in one particular

Baker Mayfield News / Bucs Report / 5 hours ago

Buccaneers Mayfield Will Be a Top-10 QB in 2024

There has definitely been some disrespect placed upon the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this off-season. It started with saying the Falcons would win this division, but has quickly gotten to specific players.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / 28 minutes ago

Where Each Bucs Player Can Improve In 2024: ILBs

The Bucs will not only use the 2024 offseason program to work on the players getting bigger and stronger in the weight room as well as getting faster, but also to improve in certain areas.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Wire / 16 hours ago

Bucs S Jordan Whitehead talks reunion with Antoine Winfield Jr.

One of the few outside additions the Tampa Bay Buccaneers made this offseason was bringing back a familiar face, signing veteran safety Jordan Whitehead in free agency.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Wire / 13 hours ago

Bucs TE Cade Otton gets 'new dad' advice from QB Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield recently became a dad, welcoming a new baby girl into the world with his wife, Emily earlier this year.

Baker Mayfield News / Bucs Wire / 15 hours ago

Will Baker Mayfield prove to be a 1-year wonder in Tampa Bay?

After bouncing around between three teams over the previous two seasons, Baker Mayfield bet on himself last offseason, signing a cheap one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / 15 hours ago

Pro Football Focus Names Top 3 Players On Bucs Roster

The Bucs have a young and talented roster. But which players make up the best? Pro Football Focus named the three players it thinks top the Bucs’ talent pool.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / 2 hours ago

Buccaneers GM Talks Mayfield Taking Brady’s Place

Replacing the greatest quarterback of all-time is no small ask. But it’s exactly what Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht was tasked with after the retirement of Tom Brady.

Jason Licht News / A to Z Sports / May 26

National outlet hits nail on head when comparing Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht to one of his peers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rode two strong lines of scrimmage to a Super Bowl championship in 2020. Yeah, that Tom Brady fellow had something to do with

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / 5 hours ago

Steelers, Buccaneers Connected In Massive Trade For Former First-Round Pick

Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge defender Joe Tryon-Shoyinka is not a bad football player, but the Buccaneers could look to trade him in the final year of his contract.

Cade Otton News / Bucs Report / May 25

Buccaneers Like Cade Otton’s Durability

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton has become a reliable favorite of quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Bucs offense. Since being drafted out of Washington in the fourth-round of the 2022 NFL draft, Otton has improved each year.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / LWOSports.com / May 23

Five hardest games on the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule

In a previous article, the five easiest games in the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule were analyzed. Now, it’s time to do the opposite and analyze the five hardest games for the Buccaneers in the upcoming season.

Baker Mayfield News / Gridiron Heroics / May 22

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield Gets Disrespected By NFL Analyst

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were able to stay together this offseason with a new three-year deal worth $100 million and possibly up to as much as $115 million.

Tykee Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 22

Buccaneers Sign Third-Round S Tykee Smith, Make Two Other Moves

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed third-round S Tykee Smith to a rookie contract, the team announced on Wednesday. Tampa Bay also signed DL Earnest Brown to a contract and waived RB Patrick Laird in a corresponding move. Here’s where the Buccaneers stand with signing their 2024 draft class: Smith, 23, transferred to Georgia from West Virginia.

Tristan Wirfs News / The Forkball / May 22

Tristan Wirfs Absent from Buccaneers’ OTAs Amid Contract Talks

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs was noticeably absent from the team’s OTAs on Tuesday. The three-time Pro Bowler is staying away for now as he negotiates a long-term contract.

Tristan Wirfs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 21

No Progress Between Buccaneers & LT Tristan Wirfs On Extension

Jeremy Fowler reports the Buccaneers and LT Tristan Wirfs have not made progress on a new contract extension, and as a result, Wirfs is skipping OTAs. The practices are voluntary and Wirfs is not required to be there.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / ClutchPoints / May 21

Buccaneers’ Antoine Winfield Jr. speaks out after record-breaking contract extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently signed safety Antoine Winfield Jr. to a historic four-year, $84.1 million contract, making him not only the highest-paid safety, but the highest-paid defensive back in the NFL, and he revealed what his reaction was when the offer came through.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / LWOSports.com / May 16

Five easiest games on the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule

Following the schedule announcement for the 2024 NFL season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter the season with the fifth weakest schedule with an average winning percentage of .478, easier than last year, when they had the 11th weakest schedule with a .483 winning percentage.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 16

Former Patriots assistant names challenge Tom Brady faces as broadcaster

During an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Michael Lombardi explained what Tom Brady must do to excel as Fox's lead in-game analyst this coming season.

Brady airs the one major grievance with his Netflix roast

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / May 10