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The 2025 NFL Draft has come to a close, and teams are starting to pick up players that were not drafted and add them as depth pieces. Per a report by NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are signing former Bowling Green quarterback Connor Bazelak.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 26

Buccaneers first-round draft pick already hanging out with new QB Baker Mayfield

When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers used their first selection (19th overall) to select Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, there was a certain level of confusion — and even some disappointment —from segments of the fanbase.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 25

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield named Day 1 winner from the NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers went against the grain in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft with their 19th overall pick. Instead of immediately addressing defensive needs, Jason Licht and company decided to swing for an uber-efficient and reliable wide receiver by drafting Ohio State Buckeye Emeka Egbuka.

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Bucs Add 'Luxury Pick' to Baker Mayfield Offense In NFL Draft

One could argue that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offense, led by Baker Mayfield, is shaping up to be one of the better units in football in 2025. The skill positions for Tampa Bay are already set with Bucky Irving, Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, Cade Otton, and Jalen McMillan.

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Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL Draft News

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

NFL team executive expands on what Sanders did wrong before draft

NFL team executive expands on what Browns' Shedeur Sanders did wrong before draft

Which NFL rookies will be difference-makers next season?

Did Steelers come close to trading Pickens during NFL Draft?

Did Steelers come close to trading WR George Pickens during 2025 NFL Draft?

Buccaneers draft Emeka Egbuka at No. 19

A number of defensive prospects were linked to the Buccaneers during the pre-draft process. Tampa Bay has instead added at the receiver position, though, selecting Ohio State’s Emeka Egbuka.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 22

Buccaneers QB opens up regarding relationship with Baker Mayfield

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have their starting quarterback for the 2025 season and foreseeable future in former No. 1 overall pick and two-time Pro Bowler, Baker Mayfield.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Bucs' Baker Mayfield Under-The-Radar Weapon Poised For Year 2 Jump

This time last year, Devin Culp was deep into his offseason preparation, not knowing if his NFL dream was going to be realized ahead of the NFL Draft, but luckily, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers took a shot on him in the seventh round.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / April 22

Baker Mayfield had help from former Bucs’ HC in landing in Tampa

Bruce Arians served the Tampa Bay Buccaneers greatly over the three seasons he spent as the head coach before ultimately deciding to retire following the 2021 season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Bucs' Baker Mayfield The Big Loser Of Liam Coen's Backflip

It has been quite a period for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Liam Coen staying as offensive coordinator and then backflipping and taking the Jacksonville Jaguars head coaching job.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / April 15

LOOK: Bucs Star Wideout Sends Birthday Wishes to QB Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wideout Mike Evans has already posted Hall of Fame numbers, and he's done so with six different starting quarterbacks. From Josh McCown and Mike Glennon back in 2014 all the way through the Jameis Winston and Tom Brady years, Evans has excelled since being drafted No.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Does Bucs' Baker Mayfield 'Need' Super Bowl Triumph For Legacy?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has enjoyed a career resurgence since arriving in the NFC South. On the NFL scrap heap after stints with the Los Angeles Rams and Carolina Panthers in 2022 following his move from the Cleveland Browns as a No.

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

Buccaneers star Mike Evans sends message to Baker Mayfield

Although they've only played together for two full seasons, there's no question that Bucs' quarterback Baker Mayfield and franchise wideout Mike Evans have developed a strong connection.

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

NFL analyst says Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield could use 'Rory McIlroy-like moment'

Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy climbed the final steps of his mountaintop on Sunday when he emerged victorious at the Masters, completing a career grand slam.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 15

10 NFL players who would be ideal GMs for their alma maters

On Monday, Eastern Michigan named Las Vegas Raiders edge-rusher Maxx Crosby its assistant general manager. He is the first active NFL player to hold the position.

Former Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava may have overplayed hand in dispute

Insider explains why Iamaleava's NIL holdout could be a 'mistake'

Report reveals what Bill Belichick's stance on Iamaleava is

The reasons Florida didn't televise spring game make sense

Former Michigan DB to be a big name on the transfer portal

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL rookie quarterback passing yard leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL QBs with the most passing yards in their rookie seasons can you name in five minutes?

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / April 12

Jaguars' Goal for Lawrence: Produce Results Similar to Baker Mayfield

Trevor Lawrence and Baker Mayfield were both first overall picks, Lawrence going No. 1 to the Jaguars in 2021 and Mayfield joining the Browns in 2018. Both quarterbacks started working with Liam Coen in their fifth NFL seasons.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / The Lead / April 12

Baker Mayfield Can Lead All-In Push for Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers should believe they can achieve their team goals with Baker Mayfield. As the unquestioned captain and leader, their being in the NFC South is a highly doable aim for coach Todd Bowles’ group.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

Baker Mayfield: Buccaneers Dynasty Outlook

Baker Mayfield had a career year for the Buccaneers last season, finishing as a top-five fantasy quarterback. However, the Bucs lost their offensive coordinator.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 9

Why analyst thinks Dart could follow in Mayfield's footsteps with Browns

Why analyst thinks Jaxson Dart could follow in Baker Mayfield's footsteps with Browns

Recent reports have indicated the Browns are more likely to trade the draft's second pick than use it to grab Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Will Browns pair Travis Hunter with Tyler Shough or Jalen Milroe?

Could one QB go much higher than expected in NFL Draft?

Jalen Milroe reportedly had 'impressive' workouts with two QB-needy teams

Who has the most passing yards in a season for every NFL team?

The 'Active four passing touchdowns game leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 7

Why Jaguars HC is thankful he had 'honest conversations' with Mayfield

Why Jaguars HC Liam Coen is thankful he had 'honest conversations' with Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield

The Bucs hired Coen as their OC in February 2024, and his work with Mayfield over a single campaign helped Coen become the Jaguars' new head coach this offseason.

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Buccaneers' first-round pick at No. 19

Answering the big Travis Hunter question for his potential NFL suitors

Mr. Irrelevants from the past 30 years of the NFL Draft

The 'Active four passing touchdowns game leaders' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 3

Buccaneers make multimillion-dollar move with Baker Mayfield

The Bucs gave Mayfield a three-year, $100M deal in 2024, keeping him off the free-agent market.

Buccaneers restructure Antoine Winfield Jr.'s contract

Why Todd Bowles isn't worried about Buccaneers again having a new offensive coordinator

Beyond the first round: Prime Day 2 or 3 NFL Draft candidates for NFC teams

NFL legends who had great seasons on awful teams

The 'Active four passing touchdowns game leaders' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 3

Buccaneers Restructuring QB Baker Mayfield For $14.4M In Cap Savings

Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 reports the Buccaneers are restructuring QB Baker Mayfield‘s contract for $14.4 million in cap savings. Wilson adds Tampa Bay is converting his $30 million base salary to a roster bonus to bring it down to $2 million for 2025 while adding $10 million in total guarantees.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / March 28

Baker Mayfield Has The Chance To Be Different For The Bucs

As the Bucs enter what will be their 50th season with Baker Mayfield under center for a third straight season, looking back across the franchise’s history reveals quite the collection of quarterbacks that have been Buccaneers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / March 27

GM shares why Mayfield has 'psychological advantage' with Bucs

GM shares why Baker Mayfield has 'psychological advantage' with Buccaneers

Both the Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers discarded Mayfield long before he guided the Buccaneers to a pair of division titles and one playoff victory.

Ranking NFC owners within each division

From Broadway Joe to Megatron: The 25 greatest NFL nicknames

The 'Active four passing touchdowns game leaders' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / January 13

Baker Mayfield Reflects On 2024 Season: 'Right Now, It Absolutely Sucks'

The Bucs’ 2024 season certainly came to an end before they wanted it to, as a mistake-riddled performance at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday night led to a 23-20 loss to the Commanders and an NFC Wild Card Round exit.