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Bucs DT Vita Vea Has Requested A Trade

Bucs DT Vita Vea has requested a trade after failing to agree to a new contract extension with the team, according to Mike Garafolo. The veteran defensive tackle averaged $17.75 million per year on his current deal, which makes him the league’s No.

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Cade Otton’s Polarizing Play

With less than seven weeks left before the regular season arrives, we are winding down on ranking season. Pro Football Focus just released their top 32 tight end rankings headed into the 2026 season, and they are not very high on Bucs starter Cade Otton.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 27

Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers Still Searching for Common Ground Ahead of Training Camp

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield remain without a new contract as training camp begins. While both sides have expressed a desire to continue their partnership, a long-term extension has yet to be finalized.

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How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 27

Undrafted Rookie Ayden Garnes Could Force His Way Onto the Buccaneers’ 53-Man Roster

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of questions at cornerback entering the 2026 season. Injuries limited several defensive backs throughout the offseason, creating opportunities for younger players to make an impression before training camp.

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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 / Bucs Report / July 27

Jalen McMillan Could Be the Buccaneers’ Biggest Fantasy Football Bargain in 2026

Much of the attention surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ receiving corps has centered on Emeka Egbuka following Mike Evans’ departure in free agency.

Chase McLaughlin News / PewterReport.com / July 27

Chase McLaughlin Has A Whole Lot Ahead Of Him In 2026

The countdown to the Bucs’ 2026 season is on. Right now, we’re: 48 days away from Bucs regular season kickoff 18 days away from Bucs preseason kickoff 2 days away from Bucs training camp In the lead-up to training camp, Pewter Report’s Bailey Adams will be diving into storylines for 26 key figures who will be crucial to the Bucs’ success in 2026.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / July 27

Where Does The Bucs’ Young Core Rank Among The NFL’s Best?

While the Bucs have remained in playoff contention throughout the 2020s, one part of their roster rebuild has flown under the radar: they have quietly assembled a quality young core.

Baker Mayfield News / Pro Football Rumors / July 26

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield Willing To Play On Franchise Tag

Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers have been working to agree on a new contract to keep the veteran passer in Tampa over the last several months. Wanting to have reached a new deal before getting back on the field, Mayfield set a deadline for the start of training camp.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Bucky Irving News / A to Z Sports / July 26

Bucs should get the best of Bucky Irving in 2026, thanks to a notable trend from the Falcons last year

The Bucs’ new offensive coordinator got the most from All-Pro Bijan Robinson last year, and Irving should be primed for a bounce back year. 2025 was a year to forget for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and that was especially the case for their young offensive star Bucky Irving.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

Baker Mayfield prepared for one outcome in Buccaneers contract talks

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are running short on time to negotiate a new contract before the start of training camp. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that Mayfield is essentially willing to call the Buccaneers’ bluff if no long-term deal gets done.