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Jack Pyburn is expected to be interested in returning to LSU, but there’s a big problem despite the ruling that would allow him to come back

Former LSU Tigers pass rusher Jack Pyburn could return to Baton Rouge for another season. Thanks to a temporary restraining order that was issued by a judge in Louisiana this week, class of 2022 athletes who have spent time with NFL teams this summer can return to college football in 2026.

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Vita Vea sets the record straight with Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers and he totally hit the nail on the head

Vita Vea spoke to the media after signing his new deal and he wanted to make something explicitly clear regarding Todd Bowles. Vita Vea spoke with reporters after Thursday’s practice and there was plenty of ground covered in terms of topics.

Baker Mayfield News / Bucs Report / August 20

Buccaneers’ Backup QB Competition Could Have 2027 Implications

The Buccaneers have a major question hanging over their quarterback position beyond the 2026 season. Baker Mayfield remains focused on proving himself this year.

Vita Vea News / CBSSports.com / August 20

Buccaneers' Vita Vea agrees to $30M extension; top 30 NFL players age 30 and over; best NBA front offices

The Knicks flew up our latest NBA front office rankings

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / August 20

One of the Buccaneers’ best players in franchise history is ready for a new contract after Vita Vea got his big payday

Everyone has been talking about the Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea contract situation and for good reason. But, there’s another key Buccaneers veteran who is also up for a new deal.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / August 20

4 Buccaneers Cut Candidates Heading Into Second Preseason Game

As we get closer to the regular season, players have been able to make names for themselves and really make a push for the team's 53-man roster. On the flip side, there have been players who have lost a lot of ground and could be in danger of getting cut when it comes to decisions about who makes the team.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / August 20

Jason Licht Comments On Buccaneers Finally Extending Vita Vea

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have seemingly been at the forefront this offseason when it comes to star players looking for extensions and not getting them.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / EssentiallySports / August 20

'Irritated Him': One Detail of Buccaneers’ Offer Left Baker Mayfield Frustrated, Says Insider

Quarterback Baker Mayfield’s contract standoff with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers isn’t about the money he was offered, according to ESPN insider Adam Schefter.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Larry Brown Sports / August 19

Vita Vea played the perfect game of hardball with the Buccaneers

Vita Vea officially won the staring contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The veteran defensive tackle Vea has agreed to a new one-year, $30 million contract extension with the Buccaneers, according to multiple reports Wednesday.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

Buccaneers’ Jason Licht breaks silence on Vita Vea extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Vita Vea have ended their contract standoff before Week 1. Tampa Bay has agreed to terms with Vea on a new contract that covers the next two seasons.

Vita Vea News / Field Level Media / August 19

Reports: Bucs, NT Vita Vea agree to one-year, $30M extension

Buccaneers nose tackle Vita Vea agreed to a one-year contract extension worth $30 million on Wednesday, closing the book on a standoff between Tampa Bay and its two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / August 20

Buccaneers solve Vita Vea problem with lucrative new deal

Money can't fix everything, but it can fix a lot of things.

Trevon Diggs might finally get one last chance in NFL

Eagles may have a problem on their hands with key player's contract

How chat with Dak Prescott helped result in Von Miller joining Cowboys

Packers are paying too much for Jordan Love protector

Tua Tagovailoa opens up about Dolphins exit, trying to resurrect career with Falcons

Pat McAfee lands a new job with ESPN

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / August 19

Baker Mayfield seems to throw old OC Josh Grizzard under the bus regarding 2025 Bucs

Baker Mayfield says he's having a lot more fun working with new Buccaneers offensive coordinator Zac Robinson, who replaced the fired Josh Grizzard.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield shares fresh warning for NFL amid his uncertain future

Three NFL stars whose teams are asking way too much of them

Key Buccaneers figure could be on hot seat

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

Vita Vea News / Yardbarker / August 19

Conflicting updates emerge about Bucs, Vita Vea contract standoff

Conflicting updates emerge about Buccaneers, Vita Vea contract standoff

Vea is on track to enter the final season of a four-year, $71M contract extension he signed in 2022.

Key Buccaneers figure could be on hot seat

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield shares fresh warning for NFL amid his uncertain future

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

Emeka Egbuka News / Pro Football Rumors / August 19

Buccaneers WRs Emeka Egbuka Suffers Toe Sprain

Buccaneers wide receivers Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan were both described as “day-to-day, week-to-week,” by head coach Todd Bowles on Tuesday, per ESPN’s Jenna Laine.

Todd Bowles News / Yardbarker / August 18

Key Buccaneers figure could be on hot seat

There are troubling signs that could make it harder for the team to get wins this season.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield shares fresh warning for NFL amid his uncertain future

Three NFL stars whose teams are asking way too much of them

The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / August 18

Bucs' Mayfield shares fresh warning for NFL amid his uncertain future

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield shares fresh warning for NFL amid his uncertain future

The contract situation involving Mayfield continues to be the biggest story hovering over the Buccaneers ahead of the club's regular-season opener at the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 13.

Three NFL stars whose teams are asking way too much of them

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