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ESPN leaves Buccaneers rookie Rueben Bain Jr. out in the cold and the reason why sets them up to look pretty foolish in the end

Buccaneers rookie EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. is the favorite to win Defensive Rookie of the Year by a lot of people, but ESPN doesn’t see it that way. And the reason why is a strange one that can easily blow up in their face.

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The Buccaneers Have Serious Depth Waiting in the Wings

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have finalized their 53-man roster, but plenty of talent remains outside the active roster. Their practice squad is loaded with players who could become legitimate contributors during the 2026 season.

Vita Vea News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Bengals have placed a target on Vita Vea’s back heading into Week 1 and it’s actually the ultimate sign of respect

The Buccaneers defense starts and ends with Vita Vea and the Cincinnati Bengals are well aware of what he brings to the table. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense is at full health (starter-wise) heading into the Week 1 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow and Co.

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How many of the signal callers tabbed to start under center in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / September 8

X Marks The Spot! Week One Buccaneers X-Factor Matchup vs Bengals

This weekend the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will kick off their season in a week one matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. It’s a game that features two teams who have legitimate goals of making a playoff push this season.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Todd Bowles News / Bucs Report / September 8

Todd Bowles Wants the Buccaneers to Play With More Attitude in 2026

Todd Bowles believes the Buccaneers need more than a talented roster to bounce back in 2026. He wants Tampa Bay to develop an identity built around toughness, attitude and accountability.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / September 8

What The Bucs Added With New QB Easton Stick

The Bucs’ initial plan for the backup quarterback position didn’t work out. After guaranteeing $400k of his salary, the Bucs parted ways with Jake Browning during their cutdown day last week.

Emeka Egbuka News / PewterReport.com / September 8

Emeka Egbuka Reveals Exactly What Mike Evans Taught Him

Emeka Egbuka enters 2026 without Mike Evans lining up beside him, but he is taking into his second season something that Evans gave him: confidence. Speaking

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles delivers blunt admission about facing Joe Burrow, Bengals offense in Week 1

The Cincinnati Bengals open their 2026 regular season Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles offers a candid assessment of what it takes to prepare for Joe Burrow and the Bengals’ receiving corps ahead of the Week 1 matchup.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Baker Mayfield News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7

NFC Notes: Michael Penix, Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

Buccaneers GM Jason Licht absolutely loves QB Baker Mayfield. Licht zeroed in on Mayfield as he was figuring out the next phase for Tampa Bay following Tom Brady‘s retirement, and the former No.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 7

Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ $17 million investment has already snatched multiple key roles before the 2026 season even begins

The Buccaneers signed Alex Anzalone with the intention that he’d take over one of the starting linebacker jobs and he’s done that, plus more, before the season even begins.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / September 7

Buccaneers Receive Encouraging Update on Two Injured Receivers

The Buccaneers finally received some encouraging news regarding two of their most important young receivers. Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan both returned to the practice field Monday after spending several weeks dealing with injuries.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / September 7

Buccaneers RB Sean Tucker’s Status Up in Air for Season Opener

Sean Tucker’s availability for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ season opener remains uncertain after the running back missed Monday’s portion of practice open to the media.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 8