The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have finalized their roster to meet the 53-player limit by Tuesday’s deadline, but the process was anything but easy. Like many teams, Tampa Bay faced tough decisions due to the depth and talent discovered during training camp and preseason games. According to head coach Todd Bowles, the most challenging choices involved…
TAMPA ― On Sunday, the Bucs began trimming their roster to 53 players by parting ways with long snapper Zach Triner, who had been with the team for five seasons. They will now rely on second-year player Evan Deckers as their primary long snapper for punts, field goals, and extra points. The team also released…
A former second-round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys is reportedly planning to retire before the 2024 NFL season begins, just months after joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently released linebacker Randy Gregory, who failed to report to training camp after signing a one-year, $3 million contract in April. Buccaneers head…
Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor has announced that some starters, including quarterback Joe Burrow, will play in the first preseason game against Tampa Bay on Saturday. Burrow, who has only participated in one preseason game over his four NFL seasons primarily due to injuries, expressed enthusiasm about getting these reps. “I’m excited for it,” Burrow…
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports that Buccaneers outside linebacker Yaya Diaby suffered a high ankle sprain during the end of Thursday’s practice, which will keep him out for the entire preseason. Diaby is expected to need 4-6 weeks for rehab and recovery, with hopes to return for the Week 1 game against the Washington Commanders….
As offseason workouts progress and the 2024 season wears on, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and other NFL teams are making difficult roster decisions. Each year, the NFL sets three key deadlines for teams to reduce their rosters to specific numbers. This season, the first deadline is Tuesday, August 17, by which teams must cut their…
Heading into the weekend, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived wide receiver Deven Thompkins with an injury designation after serving two seasons as their primary kick returner. Thompkins, who appeared in 22 games for Tampa Bay, caught 22 passes and scored one touchdown during his tenure. Thompkins joined the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent following…
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers boast one of the NFL’s top wide receiver duos in veterans Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, but only Godwin remains under contract beyond 2024. ESPN’s Aaron Schatz emphasized the importance of extending Godwin’s contract before training camp begins in July. “Godwin’s contract voids after the 2024 season, but let’s not overthink…
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a productive offseason following their third consecutive NFC South Division title in 2023. They made smart moves by signing key free agents, re-signing valuable veterans, and drafting the right players for their needs. However, questions remain. According to Bleacher Report’s Ryan Fowler, the “biggest storyline” for the Buccaneers after OTAs…
Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David, who has spent his entire 13-year career with Tampa Bay, was initially hesitant about staying with the team during a potential rebuilding phase. This uncertainty arose after Tom Brady’s retirement, leading David to consider retirement or exploring free agency following the 2023 season. However, the Buccaneers’ unexpected NFC South title win…