The NFL offseason is always filled with twists and turns, offering teams renewed hope for the upcoming season. Every team uses this period to position themselves as contenders, aiming to hoist the Lombardi Trophy at season’s end. Heading into 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs are the team to beat after winning back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Other teams are eager to dethrone them.
Even the smallest moves can have significant impacts. Recently, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed former New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard, bolstering their offensive lineup for the season. The Buccaneers, who reached the divisional round last season, are looking to advance even further this year.
The #Buccaneers have agreed to terms with veteran WR Sterling Shepard on a one-year deal, source says.
Following eight seasons with the #Giants, who drafted him in the second round in 2016, Shepard reunites with his former Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield in Tampa. pic.twitter.com/ENUmPHSDUM
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) June 6, 2024
Shepard, who has spent his entire career with the Giants, will be transitioning to a new team. Despite being plagued by injuries in recent seasons, he managed to appear in 15 games for New York in 2023, though his production was limited to 10 catches for 57 yards and one touchdown. The Giants struggled in 2023, so his lack of production wasn’t entirely his fault. Shepard is hoping to revitalize his career with the Buccaneers.
His best NFL season was in 2018, with 66 catches for 876 yards and four touchdowns. He also set a career-high with eight touchdowns in his rookie season. Shepard has demonstrated his ability to be a productive and impactful receiver when given the opportunity. With Tampa Bay’s quality offensive weapons, Shepard could be an important addition to their roster.
