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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.

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Watch: Bucs HC Todd Bowles talks Baker Mayfield's encore, OTAs and more

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offseason workouts are in full swing, as they prepare to make a fifth straight trip to the postseason and extend their streak of NFC South titles to four in 2024.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Wire / 33 minutes ago

Bucs have NFL's third-longest active streak of playoff appearances

When it comes to making the postseason, life has been pretty good for Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans as of late. After going more than a decade without a playoff appearance before Tom Brady’s arrival, the Bucs made the postseason in each of the GOAT’s three seasons in Tampa Bay.

Baker Mayfield News / Bucs Wire / 19 minutes ago

Pro Football Focus snubs Baker Mayfield on list of NFC's top QBs

Last year, Baker Mayfield was still trying to prove he could be a successful starter in the NFL after signing a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a base value of just $4 million.

Chris Godwin News / Bucs Nation / 1 hour ago

2024 Player Spotlight: Buccaners' wide receiver Chris Godwin

What are the expectations for Bucs’ receiver Chris Godwin this season? 2024 has the opportunity to be a major season in the timeline of Chris Godwin’s career.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / 4 hours ago

Bucs Earn 'A' Grade from PFF

Pro Football Focus’ Trevor Sikkema just released his grades for all 32 NFL team’s off-seasons. The Bucs received quite a bit of love from the PFF analyst and former Pewter Reporter.

Cade Otton News / PewterReport.com / 2 hours ago

What Is Cade Otton’s Personal Goal For 2024?

There are plenty examples to prove the old adage “time flies,” and the fact that Cade Otton is entering year three with the Bucs is just another one of them.

Jason Licht News / PewterReport.com / 2 hours ago

Jason Licht Is Ready To See These 2 Bucs Step Up In 2024

When looking at how the Bucs and general manager Jason Licht have built out the roster in recent seasons, the emphasis on youth and the production the

Cade Otton News / Bucs Wire / 12 hours ago

Cade Otton brings valuable durability at TE for Bucs

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a quiet, unsung hero at tight end in Cade Otton, who has become a reliable presence at the top of the depth chart over his two seasons in the NFL.

Jason Licht News / PewterReport.com / 19 hours ago

Jason Licht Reveals 3 Bucs Players He Can’t Wait To See In Pads

Bucs general manager Jason Licht joined the Pewter Report Podcast on Thursday and answered a multitude of questions about the team heading into the 2024 season.

Lavonte David News / A to Z Sports / 17 hours ago

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Lavonte David can make a massive jump in two key career statistical categories in 2024

Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB has been one of the greatest Tampa Bay defenders of all time. The statistics play that out. But there's still work to be done

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / May 23

National outlet adds more fuel to Tampa Bay Buccaneers' fire with recent ranking of its biggest star

Very few people outside of the Tampa Bay area and their fan base believe in the Buccaneers. But then again, the Bucs have been a franchise that have flown

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.

Tykee Smith News / Bucs Report / May 22

Buccaneers Agree to Terms with Third-Round Pick

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to terms with third-round draft pick defensive back Tykee Smith. The team announced the deal Wednesday, leaving just three draft picks left to be signed.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers 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.

Jordan Whitehead News / A to Z Sports / May 22

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead explains what he improved the most while with the Jets

It was a happy homecoming for former Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Jordan Whitehead, who returned to the Bucs on a two-year deal he reached with the team

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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Gridiron Heroics / May 21

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linked to $118 Million Quarterback

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made a sizable commitment to quarterback Baker Mayfield this offseason, but could turn to one of the most accomplished veteran signal callers available on the open market as an insurance policy.

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 / 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.

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