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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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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.

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.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 26

Former Buccaneers Receiver Sterling Shepard Still Searching for New NFL Home

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have a much different look at wide receiver in 2026. Mike Evans’ departure in free agency ended one of the greatest careers in franchise history and opened the door for a new generation of playmakers.

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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 / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / July 26

Buccaneers Training Camp Battles to Watch (and Who is Most Likely to Be Cut)

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to begin training camp soon, with the first day, July 28, in just two days. Tampa Bay revamped its roster over the offseason, paying particular attention to the defensive side of the ball.

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

The One Starting Job the Buccaneers Are Happy They Don't Have to Answer Today

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set at almost every position on the roster heading into 2026. They addressed linebacker in a big way by nabbing Alex Anzalone in free agency and Josiah Trotter in the NFL Draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 26

Buccaneers’ Tristan Wirfs Continues to Be One of the NFL’s Most Underrated Superstars

At this point, it’s fair to ask what more Tristan Wirfs has to do. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle has already built a résumé worthy of Hall of Fame consideration.

Baker Mayfield News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 26

Latest On Talks Between Buccaneers & Baker Mayfield

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says that while Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield has set Tuesday as a deadline for getting a new deal done, he thinks that’s really an

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / July 26

David Walker Could Be the Missing Piece in the Buccaneers’ Revamped Pass Rush

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made one goal perfectly clear this offseason. They want to generate consistent pressure without relying on constant blitzes. After an underwhelming 2025 campaign, Todd Bowles and the front office invested heavily in rebuilding the team’s edge rush.

Tykee Smith News / PewterReport.com / July 26

Can Tykee Smith Take Another Leap, Earn Bucs Captaincy In 2026?

The countdown to the Bucs’ 2026 season is on. Right now, we’re: 49 days away from Bucs regular season kickoff 19 days away from Bucs preseason kickoff 3 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.

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

Former Buccaneers Wide Receiver Attends Tryout With Baltimore Ravens

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' receiver room will need to step up in 2026 after their No. 1 receiver departed in free agency. Franchise legend Mike Evans left the team to play for the San Francisco 49ers, leaving a young corps behind.

Kadarius Calloway News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / July 25

Buccaneers Rookie Running Back Looks to Play With No Hesitation in 2026

Recently, I had a chance to sit down with Buccaneers undrafted running back Kadarius Calloway. We were able to talk on a variety of topics, including Calloway playing with No.1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza at Cal, joining Old Dominion and New Mexico State and his journey to the NFL.

Tristan Wirfs News / PewterReport.com / July 25

Bucs’ Tristan Wirfs Gets 2026 NFL Top 100 Ranking

Bucs starting left tackle Tristan Wirfs is considered a great player in the NFL. It was inevitable that he was going to end up on the NFL’s Top 100 list and it finally came to fruition in the latest announcement.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / July 25

Can Antoine Winfield Jr. Return To His All-Pro Production In 2026?

The countdown to the Bucs’ 2026 season is on. Right now, we’re: 50 days away from Bucs regular season kickoff 20 days away from Bucs preseason kickoff 4 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.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / July 25

Slivon’s Slant: Bucs 2026 Training Camp Preview

For the past two and a half months, Slivon’s Slant has dissected every aspect of the Bucs’ roster. Now, with training camp around the corner, the focus shifts from evaluation to competition.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / July 24

Buccaneers Defensive Player Says 'Time is Ticking' in Baker Mayfield Contract Talks

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of contracts to take care of both this offseason and in the next one. The most pressing matters are current ones, and two Bucs players are looking for new deals.

Jacob Parrish News / PewterReport.com / July 24

Jacob Parrish Might Be One Of The Most Important Bucs In 2026

The countdown to the Bucs’ 2026 season is on. Right now, we’re: 51 days away from Bucs regular season kickoff 21 days away from Bucs preseason kickoff 5 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.

Bucky Irving News / Pro Football Rumors / July 21

Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving Expects To Be Cleared For Start Of Training Camp

In May, Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said the team expected Bucky Irving to fully heal in time for the start of training camp. More recently, it was learned the recovery process from his shoulder surgery was still ongoing.