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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were once riding high after their 2021 Super Bowl victory. Now, however, have found themselves in a precarious position as they navigate the post-Tom Brady era. With a mix of veteran talent and youthful promise, the Bucs are now at a critical juncture. They need to bolster their roster to build […]

The Buccaneers thought that their playoff berth in 2023 may be their final run before some unfortunate changes due to their best players entering free agency. However, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Antoine Winfield Jr all returned for another crack at a Super Bowl after advancing to the divisional round last season. Let’s preview the […]

Just because a player did not get drafted does not mean that their football journey stops there. Every team finds undrafted gems out of nowhere that not only make the team but make an impact. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no exception. A year ago, undrafted free agent Christian Izien started four games for Tampa […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made a big decision to franchise tag star safety Antoine Winfield Jr. earlier this offseason, and their decision to do so has paid off in a big way for both sides. On Monday afternoon, Winfield and the Buccaneers agreed to terms on a record-breaking four-year, $84.1 million extension that makes Winfield […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been an exciting team for the past handful of seasons. Tampa landed Tom Brady in 2020 after he left the Patriots and then immediately won the Super Bowl. They also quickly found their answer at QB after Brady’s (official) retirement with journeyman Baker Mayfield. Despite all of this, one member […]

The Roast of Tom Brady was an event like no other. The three-hour show featured a laundry list of former New England Patriots and celebrities cracking jokes at the greatest quarterback of all time. Since the event focused on the majority of Brady’s career, there wasn’t as much attention paid to his time with the […]

Not much was expected from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023. After Tom Brady retired from the NFL, the Buccaneers had the longest odds at winning the NFC South a year ago. No one must have told them. Not only did Tampa Bay win the division, they beat the reigning NFC champions the Philadelphia Eagles […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the NFC South and defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in the playoffs this past season. The Detroit Lions defeated the Bucs in the Divisional Round, but it was still an encouraging year for Tampa Bay after Tom Brady’s retirement. A big reason for the success of Tampa Bay was Baker Mayfield, […]

As the fervor of the NFL Draft dissipates, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stand poised with a revitalized team ready to confront the challenges of the upcoming season. Following a tumultuous period of free agency, GM Jason Licht meticulously crafted a draft strategy that effectively addressed crucial deficiencies while infusing the roster with promising young talent. […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft, there is growing excitement about how they will use their selections to enhance their impressive playoff performance from the previous season. They should be focused on strengthening the team and addressing crucial positional needs. As such, the Buccaneers are at a critical juncture with […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have several gaps on their roster that must be addressed during the 2024 NFL draft. In order to address all of their needs, the Bucs will have to get creative and find sleeper prospects who are flying under the radar. Let’s take a look at Tampa Bay’s most glaring weaknesses and […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are signing veteran free agent pass rusher Randy Gregory, according to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. With the departure of Shaq Barrett to the Miami Dolphins, the Buccaneers wanted to add another pass rusher in free agency. Randy Gregory is a veteran who now joins a Buccaneers team that is trying […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have seemingly done enough of the right things to stay competitive for next season. They were able to hold on to quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans, who were both hitting free agency. With a couple more pieces in free agency, plus their No. 26 overall pick in the […]

For the casual football fans who watch out of familial or social obligation, a good story might be needed to hold genuine interest for an extended period of time. Look no further than the comeback campaign of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. The former No. 1 overall draft pick was flirting with bust territory […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head into the 2024 NFL Draft having locked up most of their key free agents. With quarterback Baker Mayfield, wide receiver Mike Evans, and linebacker Lavonte David all coming back, the team is looking to build on last year’s playoff success. So, in this Buccaneers mock draft, the franchise focuses on […]

In the bustling world of NFL news, per JoeBucsFan, Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ recently re-signed star receiver Mike Evans has stirred the pot with intriguing comparisons between his current quarterback, Baker Mayfield, and his college quarterback, the infamous Johnny Manziel, also known as Johnny Football. This comparison has sent ripples through the sports community, not for […]

One of the more talked NFL storylines last year revolved around the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It centered in particular, around Baker Mayfield and his unexpected resurgence. The quarterback had a stellar season, leading the team to a Divisional Round postseason appearance. In line with this, Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht recently appeared on an NFL […]

One week into NFL free agency, and the whole league is nearly turned upside down. It’s been a busy week for all 32 teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who have made 15 signings thus far. Two of those signings ended up being their dynamic duo of quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans. […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers crossed out one of their biggest checkboxes in the 2024 NFL offseason when they secured the services of star wide receiver Mike Evans for two more seasons after they inked the future Hall of Famer to a new $41 million extension deal. The Buccaneers have also made an adjustment to Evans’ […]

Lavonte David, one of the most dominant linebackers in the NFL, has just signed a one-year, $9 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 31-year-old has been a staple of the Buccaneers’ defense since he was drafted in 2012, and his impact on the field is undeniable. Here, we will grade David’s new contract […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have finally found their footing post-Tom Brady. More importantly, Baker Mayfield is finally starting to live up to his first-overall pick expectations. It took some faith from Todd Bowles and a lot of help from Dave Canales but it paid off. Now, the quarterback is getting a lot of love after […]

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently agreed to an extension that will keep Mayfield with the Buccaneers for the next three years, and he will make $100 million with his new extension. It wasn’t too long ago that Mayfield was having trouble finding a team that wants him, and now he has a […]

There has been a ton of movement and deals in the NFL in the last 24 hours. A lot of big moves are on the move, including the likes of Brian Burns, Diontae Johnson, and Kirk Cousins, among others. There is a player who will also find a new home in 2024 whose name isn’t […]

Safety Jordan Whitehead spent the first three seasons of his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After a two-year hiatus with the New York Jets, Whitehead has found his way back to the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay has signed Whitehead to a two-year, $9 million contract, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The deal […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht spoke about securing quarterback Baker Mayfield on a three-year, $100 million deal, and he made a funny comment, saying that Mayfield is a “10 on the prick scale,” according to Sara Walsh of NFL Network. Jason Licht went on to apologize to Nelson Luis, the Buccaneers’ vice president […]

While the NFC South undergoes some major changes, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are focused on keeping their roster intact ahead of NFL free agency. They have come to terms on a contract that will see franchise great Lavonte David remain with the team, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The deal is for one […]

Replacing a legendary icon is no easy feat. However, Baker Mayfield managed to pull that off with the  Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023. The Buccaneers were left with just Kyle Trask at QB after Tom Brady’s retirement and were in dire need of a gunslinger with experience. Mayfield finished his 2022 season strong with the […]

The Detroit Lions continue to beef up their roster this offseason, and they are doing it not only via free agency. On Monday, the team agreed to a deal to acquire cornerback Carlton Davis from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In acquiring Davis from the Buccaneers, the Lions are trading the second of their third-round picks […]

NFL free agency is underway, and one of the biggest names on the open market is star Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David. David has spent his entire 12-year career with the Buccaneers so far, but that could change this offseason, as he looks set to cash in on one final deal before his career […]

Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield aren’t the only players who have chosen to stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Count kicker Chase McLaughlin among those who will be running it back with the NFC South division franchise for the 2024 NFL season, with Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reporting that McLaughlin and Tampa Bay […]

There will be more Baker Mayfield for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with the NFC South division franchise getting the quarterback a staggering $100 million extension contract with a $50 million guarantee. Mayfield’s new contract with the Bucs is as stunning as it is inspiring, considering that the quarterback looked, at some point in his journey […]

After having one of the better years of his entire career in 2023, quarterback Baker Mayfield looks to have signed a new three-year, $100 million deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. “I wanted a chance to come back,” Mayfield told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “I love coach [Todd] Bowles and the staff. I’m happy […]

On Sunday afternoon, the NFL world received a jolt to the senses when it was announced that star quarterback Baker Mayfield would be returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on a new 3-year, $100 million deal. Mayfield led a relative resurgence for the Buccaneers this past year, leading the team all the way to the […]

NFL teams will enter the legal tampering period Monday, but teams that were hoping to speak to Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield will have to change their plans. Mayfield has agreed to a monster three-year deal that will pay him $100 million over that time frame. Baker Mayfied confirmed the three-year deal. “I wanted […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ recent announcement of Baker Mayfield’s $100 million deal has undeniably become one of the most contentious topics in the NFL, splitting the fanbase right down the middle. This significant investment in the quarterback has ignited a firestorm of reactions from fans, with social media platforms, especially X, becoming a battleground of […]

Speculation was that Baker Mayfield was going to sign a decent-sized contract this offseason after playing well for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023. As it just so happens, the franchise officially awarded the veteran quarterback on Sunday right before free agency. Mayfield is signing a three-year, $100 million deal to remain in Tampa Bay, […]

On Monday March 11th, the NFL’s 48-hour legal tampering period begins, setting the stage for contracts to be signed on Wednesday March 13th on the first official day of Free Agency. One of the players to keep an eye out for is Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, whose eventual signing could prove to be […]

As the 2024 NFL offseason unfolds, teams across the league are assessing their rosters. They are targeting weaknesses and exploring strategic moves to elevate their chances of playoff success. For the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the upcoming offseason teems with potential opportunities. Remember that this team showed promise during the 2023 season but faced disappointment in […]

When someone has a one-on-one exchange with Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht for the first time, it is usually memorable. During a press conference for star wide receiver Mike Evans– who signed a two-year $52 million contract extension early in the week– Licht entertained the media by recalling where he was when the […]