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Buccaneers’ Alex Anzalone highlights importance of Vita Vea amid contract standoff

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Alex Anzalone has not been around this team long. The former Detroit Lions star signed with Tampa in NFL free agency back in March.

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Buccaneers keep telling teams the same thing about Vita Vea

Vea was a first-round pick, No. 12 overall, by the Buccaneers in 2018 and has been a key part of the team's defense ever since, being named to two Pro Bowl teams.

Baker Mayfield admission may not eliminate Buccaneers' concerns amid contract standoff

Trade destinations set to watch Colts' Anthony Richardson closely in preseason start

Three teams that could still trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby

Five NFL coaches who need big years in 2026

The 'D-Linemen with an NFL TD-catch' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14

Buccaneers’ preseason gesture makes Rueben Bain Jr.’s Week 1 status crystal clear

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are scheduled to take on the New York Jets at 7 p.m. EST on Friday for the club’s first game of the preseason. While fans are excited to see the rookie class in action, the team’s gesture for Friday’s matchup for Rueben Bain Jr.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Bryce Hall News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 14

49ers Worked Out Three Defensive Backs

The San Francisco 49ers worked out three defensive backs on Friday, per the NFL transaction wire. The full list includes: Bryce Hall Corey Mayfield Troy Pride Hall, 28, is a former fifth-round pick of the Jets back in 2020.

Baker Mayfield News / Athlon Sports / August 14

Baker Mayfield Has Browns' Game Circled on His Calendar for Revenge

It's been four years since Baker Mayfield left the Cleveland Browns, but they are still squarely in his crosshairs. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, and the Browns' first-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, admitted he has their game circled on his calendar even five-plus weeks out.

Benjamin Morrison News / PewterReport.com / August 14

SR’s FAB 5: The Curious Case Of Benjamin Morrison, Bucs Who’ve Had Quiet Camps

The Bucs kick off their 2026 preseason on Friday night against the Jets on the road. Cornerback Benjamin Morrison, last year’s second-round pick, won’t play – and has yet to play in any preseason games dating back to last year due to hamstring injuries.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / August 14

Buccaneers Announce Return of Pewter Uniforms

The 2026 NFL season is ever near with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gearing up for their first test of the preseason against the New York Jets. The Bucs aren't receiving much love to bounce back from a disappointing season in 2025, but they have a talented roster eager to get back on the field and show just what they can do.

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / August 14

Buccaneers 53-man roster projection: A big shakeup at QB and tough decisions at linebacker lead the way ahead of Jets preseason game

The Buccaneers’ roster is taking shape ahead of the first preseason game vs. the Jets. So, let’s have some fun and predict how everything shakes out in a few weeks.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / August 14

Bucs To Watch In Preseason Week 1 vs. Jets: Offense

After waiting nearly 225 days, the Bucs will finally play a football game Friday night. Granted, this is just the start of the preseason, but it’s Buccaneer football nonetheless.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Baker Mayfield admission may not eliminate Buccaneers' concerns amid contract standoff

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield hasn't hidden that he feels downright disrespected by the fact that he hasn't yet received a contract extension offer to his liking from his current employer. Mayfield remains in the final year of his existing deal heading into the 2026 season.

Trade destinations set to watch Colts' Anthony Richardson closely in preseason start

Report offers notable update on Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka's injury status

Bills HC Joe Brady already deemed a candidate to be on hot seat

Bills HC Joe Brady explains controversial Josh Allen preseason decision

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / August 13

Why The Buccaneers' Offensive Line is Poised to Dominate This Season

Most football experts tend to agree that building a high-quality offense in the NFL starts and ends with the offensive line. Based on his track record of prioritizing the trenches through the draft and free agency over the course of his time in Tampa Bay, it's safe to say that Buccaneers GM Jason Licht is one who abides by this philosophy.

Emeka Egbuka News / PewterReport.com / August 13

Bucs WR Emeka Egbuka Injury Update

The Bucs had a brief scary moment during Wednesday’s joint training camp practice with the Jets as second-year wide receiver Emeka Egbuka went to the ground and then was heavily limping after a play.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Trade destinations set to watch Colts' Anthony Richardson closely in preseason start

With Anthony Richardson slated to start the Indianapolis Colts' first preseason game on Thursday night, there will be several teams keeping a close eye on the former high draft pick.

Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. to start, play first half at Patriots

Baker Mayfield addresses 'business side of football' amid contract standoff

Three NFL teams that will regret their biggest offseason decision

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

Vita Vea News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Buccaneers, Vita Vea Still In Talks

Dating back to March, a handful of defensive tackles have secured massive contract extensions. Those five players – Quinnen Williams, Jordan Davis, Dexter Lawrence, Jeffery Simmons and Jalen Carter – are now on pacts ranging between $24MM and $38MM per year.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / August 12

Report offers notable update on Emeka Egbuka's injury status

Report offers notable update on Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka's injury status

An injury update on second-year wide receiver Emeka Egbuka provides needed stress relief for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Rams still facing potential Puka Nacua problem for Week 1 after injury scare

Odell Beckham Jr. set to play first game since 2024

Travis Kelce opens up about Taylor Swift wedding, Patrick Mahomes injury

Eagles training-camp star drawing comparisons to A.J Brown

Stefon Diggs addition creates an unexpected Commanders trade-off

Steelers reuniting with LB Elandon Roberts could be a sneaky-good move

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / August 12

Baker Mayfield addresses 'business side of football' amid contract standoff

Since June, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has not hidden that he isn't thrilled about the fact that he remains in the final year of his existing contract heading into the 2026 season. During the latest edition of the "4th and South" podcast, Mayfield spoke openly about his situation.

Three NFL teams that will regret their biggest offseason decision

Bucs Camp Insider 8/9: Ted Hurst Continues To Impress, Sacks Rule The Day

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz