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One Buccaneers Veteran on the Chopping Block After Rueben Bain Pick

One Buccaneers Veteran on the Chopping Block After Rueben Bain Pick

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got their man in a big way on Thursday night when Miami Hurricanes edge rusher Rueben Bain fell into their lap at pick No. 15.

Jason Licht News / A to Z Sports / April 24
‘Mike Tyson had short arms, too’ — Bucs GM Jason Licht explains how he handled the most common complaint about Rueben Bain, Jr.

‘Mike Tyson had short arms, too’ — Bucs GM Jason Licht explains how he handled the most common complaint about Rueben Bain, Jr.

The Bucs snared one of college football’s most talented defenders, and they showed no hesitation about an issue that’s been following their new defender for months.

NFL News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 23
Grading Buccaneers' First Round Pick of Rueben Bain Jr.

Grading Buccaneers' First Round Pick of Rueben Bain Jr.

From the moment the 2025 NFL regular season came to a close right up until the start of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' biggest positional needs were obvious.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz
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The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team
Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move
Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft
Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft
Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 23
Jets improve on major weakness with No. 2 overall pick Edge David Bailey  

Jets improve on major weakness with No. 2 overall pick Edge David Bailey  

In a move of necessity, the New York Jets selected linebacker David Bailey with the second overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.  

Jets Draft DE David Bailey At No. 2
2026 NFL Draft Results: Team By Team
Recent history does not paint promising picture for Cardinals and Jeremiyah Love
The 'NFL head coaches' quiz
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 23
Buccaneers Get Major First Round Prediction Before NFL Draft

Buccaneers Get Major First Round Prediction Before NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are soon set to make their pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and there are a number of different places they could go with the No.

Akheem Mesidor News / Bucs Report / April 23
BR’s 2026 Buccaneers’ 7 – Round Mock Draft 2.0

BR’s 2026 Buccaneers’ 7 – Round Mock Draft 2.0

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel
Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft
NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors
Tykee Smith News / PewterReport.com / April 23
Bucs S Tykee Smith Wants To Play Faster In 2026

Bucs S Tykee Smith Wants To Play Faster In 2026

During a recent media availability, Bucs safety Tykee Smith talked about what his goals are going into year three with Tampa Bay. And he made it clear that he wants to play faster in space.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
 The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz
 The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz
The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz
 The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 22
NFC Notes: Bryce Young, Graham Barton, Draft Visits, Buccaneers, Panthers

NFC Notes: Bryce Young, Graham Barton, Draft Visits, Buccaneers, Panthers

The Buccaneers lost two of their veteran leaders this offseason after LB Lavonte David retired and WR Mike Evans signed with the 49ers. Tampa Bay C Graham Barton said it’s on them to adjust and move on as a team.  “In the NFL, the only thing that’s consistent is change, right?” Barton said, via Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 22
Buccaneers Interested In Trading Down

Buccaneers Interested In Trading Down

After sputtering to an 8-9 record and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2019 last season, the Buccaneers are entering this year’s draft with just seven picks.

Calijah Kancey News / PewterReport.com / April 21
Bucs DT Calijah Kancey Has One Very Important Goal In 2026

Bucs DT Calijah Kancey Has One Very Important Goal In 2026

Bucs defensive tackle Calijah Kancey has been a force to reckoned with during his three-year career in Tampa Bay. The problem is, that force hasn’t been available nearly half the time he’s been on the roster.

Alex Anzalone News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20
LB Alex Anzalone Turned Down Better Offers To Sign With Bucs

LB Alex Anzalone Turned Down Better Offers To Sign With Bucs

After five years in Detroit, linebacker Alex Anzalone left the Lions this offseason and took a two-year, $17MM deal with the Buccaneers. He could have earned more elsewhere, but his existing connection to Tampa Bay made it an easy decision.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 16
Bucs GM Jason Licht admits he's like Baker Mayfield in this way

Buccaneers GM Jason Licht admits he's like Baker Mayfield in this way

It's no secret that Mayfield has often been motivated to prove critics and doubters wrong throughout his career. 

Mike Evans expands on leaving Buccaneers for 49ers in free agency
Does history suggest Buccaneers have already made decision about possible Baker Mayfield extension?
Christian McCaffrey had emotional reaction to Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / PewterReport.com / April 15
Jason Licht Names Who The Future Leaders Of The Bucs Are

Jason Licht Names Who The Future Leaders Of The Bucs Are

There is certainly a changing of the guard for the Bucs in terms leadership on the roster. That was bound to happen after two legendary players departed after the season for various reasons, leaving a void in the locker room.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / April 14
Does history suggest Bucs have already decided on Mayfield extension?

Does history suggest Buccaneers have already made decision about possible Baker Mayfield extension?

Mayfield remains in the final year of the three-year deal he signed to stay with the Buccaneers in March 2024.

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
 The 'Most 20-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

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