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On YouTubeTampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / February 17
Why WR Mike Evans returning to Buccaneers in 2026 isn't guaranteed
Evans plans to play in 2026, but will he suit up for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz
How many of the NFL receiving leaders during the Super Bowl era can you name in six minutes?
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Former Cowboys defensive lineman signs with AFC team
Jerry Jones watched on as the Dallas Cowboys struggled to find much of a rhythm during the 2025 NFL season.
Mike Evans News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18
Mike Evans makes decision on his future amid retirement rumors
Wide receiver Mike Evans has spent his entire 13-year career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, that could change in 2026. On Tuesday, Evans’ agents, Deryk Gilmore and Darren Jones, revealed that Evans will play in 2026, but he will weigh his options when free agency begins.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / February 17
Buccaneers give Baker Mayfield what he needs most to try and recapture his early-season success in a new 2026 NFL mock draft
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were one of the best teams in the NFL to start the year. They won six of their first eight games. This had some wondering if they had the chance to be the number one seed in the NFC. Sadly, that didn't come to fruition, as the team went on to lose seven of its last nine, including three- and four-game losing streaks.
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17
Report: ‘Less Than 50-50’ Mike Evans Is Back With Bucs, Bills A Team To Watch
According to Tony Pauline of EssentiallySports, sources he’s spoken to believe “it’s less than 50-50” whether veteran WR Mike Evans re-signs with the Buccaneers this offseason.
Mike Evans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17
Buccaneers WR Mike Evans Will Return In 2026 & Explore Free Agency Options
Kimberly A. Martin reports Buccaneers WR Mike Evans will return in 2026 for his age-33 and 13th season in the league. Evans is an unrestricted free agent, and his agents tell Martin he will explore all his free agency options.
Mike Evans News / Pro Football Rumors / February 17
Mike Evans To Return In 2026
Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has put any retirement talk to bed. Evans will return for a 13th season in 2026, agents Deryk Gilmore and Darren Jones told Kimberley A.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / February 17
BR’s 2026 Buccaneers’ 3-Round Mock Draft 3.0
It’s that time of year again Buccaneers fans! The NFL offseason, or silly-season as some would call it is here. That can only mean it’s time for some mock drafts.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / February 17
Championship LB Linked to Buccaneers Offseason Moves
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clearly need to be going all-in this offseason to dramatically upgrade their inside linebacker corps. The Buccaneers face a significant challenge at inside linebacker.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / February 17
Buccaneers' Star Bucky Irving Undergoes Offseason Surgery
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers dealt with the injury bug to every unit of the team in 2025, which had a major impact on why they finished under .500 on the season, missing the playoffs.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / February 17
Lavonte David opens up about Todd Bowles' impact on Buccaneers amid 2025 collapse
The 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered their Week 9 bye at 6-2, but they then suffered seven losses over eight games that ultimately caused them to miss the playoffs.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Why Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for Bills in free agency makes sense
As free agency approaches, NFL rumors about Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Mike Evans have intensified. His agent, Deryk Gilmore, has issued a statement addressing the surge of misleading headlines on platforms like X and TikTok.
Bucky Irving News / PewterReport.com / February 16
Bucs RB Bucky Irving Had Offseason Surgery
Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving dealt with a lot last year. First there was foot and shoulder injuries that occurred in a Week 4 loss to the Eagles.
Lavonte David News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 16
NFC Notes: Derek Carr, Lavonte David, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints
Buccaneers LB Lavonte David has spent his entire 14-year career in Tampa Bay and has missed two total games over the last four years. David admitted he
Cade Otton News / PewterReport.com / February 16
Bucs May Lose Cade Otton To This Team
Whether Bucs tight end Cade Otton should come back to Tampa Bay next season has been a point of contention. Just look at this Point-Counterpoint conversation that was had recently about it on PewterReport.com.
Lavonte David News / 5 GOATs / February 16
Lavonte David mulling whether to return for 15th NFL season in 2026
Lavonte David is up in the air regarding a potential 15th NFL season in 2026. The long time Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker and former Nebraska star is still “thinking about it.” David’s been remarkably healthy throughout his career, playing in 215 regular season games and never less than 12 games in a single season.
Lavonte David News / Pro Football Rumors / February 15
Bucs LB Lavonte David mulling retirement
With linebacker Lavonte David and wide receiver Mike Evans scheduled to hit the open market in March, the Buccaneers are facing the departures of two franchise icons.
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