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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking to capitalize on a strong second season under head coach Todd Bowles. Last year, the team won the NFC South and reached the NFC Divisional Round in the playoffs. They lost a close contest to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field, a season-ending result that left a bitter taste […]

It’s a battle of Florida as the Miami Dolphins head north to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in some preseason action. We’re at Raymond James Stadium, sharing our NFL odds series and making a Dolphins-Buccaneers prediction and pick. The Bucs lost 20-7 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in their last preseason tilt. Kyle Trask went 12 […]

This offseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a tall task on their hands in replacing former offensive coordinator Dave Canales. Canales helped lead a resurgent Buccaneers offensive attack last season with quarterback Baker Mayfield but left to take the Carolina Panthers head coaching job, opening the door for the team to hire former Los Angeles […]

Holdouts are very common during the NFL Preseason. Some want to have bigger contracts, more prominent roles, or be able to have better control of their future. However, Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were faced with a peculiar situation. Randy Gregory was not offering any of these aforementioned reasons. In fact, after he […]

Randy Gregory signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this offseason but his tenure with the team is already over, without ever having stepped on the field in a Bucs jersey. Gregory did not report to Buccaneers training camp this year and now the team is planning to release him. “The Buccaneers have reached agreement with […]

The preseason is a time of hope and opportunity for NFL players vying to make the final 53-man roster. For the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, this period is no different. Following their win last week against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Buccaneers saw several players use the opportunity to raise their profiles. With roster cuts looming, the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Jacksonville Jaguars will face off in both teams’ second preseason game. They won their first games, with the Bucs defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 17-14, and the Jags beating the Kansas City Chiefs 26-13. The teams just participated in two days of joint practices, making it a possible fiery affair. It […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasted no time bouncing back from the Tom Brady years. Tampa Bay greatly exceeded expectations in 2023, winning the NFC South and a home playoff game. Now they’ve reloaded the roster and are ready to try and raise the bar again in 2024. They will need contributions from rookies like Tykee […]

Week 1 of the NFL Preseason is here with an AFC-NFC battle between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Cincinnati Bengals in the Buckeye State. It is time to continue our NFL odds series with a Buccaneers-Bengals prediction and pick. Entering the 2024 season, the reigning NFC South Champions hold high expectations in their ability […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are known for their resilient spirit and unwavering determination. These traits have helped them maintain a competitive edge in the NFL. However, as the 2024 training camp unfolds, not every Buccaneer is finding smooth sailing. Training camp this year is proving particularly challenging for some key players. With a mix of […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up for NFL preseason action, and there will be some intriguing decisions made when it comes to the roster bubble ahead of the regular season. Coming off of a surprising playoff run in 2023, the Buccaneers are looking to build off of that success to try to return to […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a quarterback of the defense in Lavonte David, who has been terrorizing quarterbacks since his days with the Nebraska Cornhuskers in Lincoln, Neb. The outside linebacking extraordinaire has what it takes to lead teammates to bigger and better things, and his opinion is trusted among coaches and fans. Recently, David […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are hoping to build on a season that was cut short by the Detroit Lions in Motown last season. Coach Todd Bowles’ team will be bringing back Baker Mayfield as the starting quarterback and needs help from its defense to get over the hump in the NFC. One promising Bucs defender […]

After months of negotiations, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and two-time All-Pro offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs agreed to a five-year, $140 million deal on Thursday morning that made Wirfs not only the highest paid offensive lineman in the history of the NFL, but also the highest-paid player in Tampa Bay Buccaneers history as well. Wirfs, who […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may be without one of their rising stars after YaYa Diaby suffered an apparent leg injury that led him to be carted off the field during training camp. The edge rusher went down during a drill on Thursday, and head coach Todd Bowles is unsure of how severe the injury is, […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers did a lot of good work over the offseason, but they have a big problem on their hands with star offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs entering training camp. Wirfs wanted a new contract extension from the Buccaneers, but with no progress on a deal being made, he opted to conduct a hold-in, […]

Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers need all the help they can get to protect Baker Mayfield from harm. They just had a fairly deep run in the last postseason and are looking to gun for a Super Bowl appearance by the Spring of 2025. However, things may have gone south in that goal […]

After a successful 2023 season on a one-year deal, quarterback Baker Mayfield wanted to remain with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers,  but they did not have an agreement as free agency approached, and the quarterback texted general manager Jason Licht to increase the offer to get the deal done with just three days before he would […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge closer to the start of training camp, numerous questions linger. Contested roster spots and pivotal battles for starting positions on both offense and defense will take center stage. The team is also in the process of implementing a new offense. Of course, this will require time and effort to […]

Coming off a surprising yet ultimately successful season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ potential return to the postseason may hinge on the skills of one man: kicker Chase McLaughlin. In his first season with the team, the sixth-year veteran hit career highs across the board, including points scored (120) and field goal percentage (93.5 percent), via […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers largely managed to put together a strong offseason of work, but the one big situation that is staring them right in the face is Tristan Wirfs and his contract situation. Wirfs wants a new deal, but to this point, there hasn’t been much progress towards anything being hammered out. On Sunday […]

Guess who’s back! Mike Evans will be returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 2024 season. A few teams wooed the star wide receiver, but he ended up staying with the team that drafted him. However, that does not mean that Evans did not consider his other options. In a recent interview, Evans revealed […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and All-Pro tackle Tristan Wirfs remain “very far apart” on a long-term contract extension, according to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. Another source said that the Buccaneers and Tristan Wirfs are “miles apart” on a deal, according to Schultz. Wirfs is a 25-year-old left tackle for the Buccaneers, one of the […]

Heading into training camp, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are crafting their plans on how to defend the NFC South title. But as the Buccaneers strategize, Tampa Bay is without one of their free agent additions on defense. Randy Gregory did not report to training camp on Tuesday. While the reason for his absence has yet […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hope to have a strong showing during the 2024-25 season after their impressive end to 2023-24. The Bucs’ returning contributors will be led by star quarterback Baker Mayfield. However, one 2024 signee has yet to join the team. Former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Randy Gregory has been reported as absent from […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have rebounded beautifully after losing Tom Brady over a year ago. Nobody had high expectations for the Buccaneers in 2023, but they stunned the world by winning the NFC South and a home playoff game against the Eagles. Fans are excited for the regular season to finally return — and now […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers thought it would probably take some time before they found their next QB after Tom Brady. Luckily, they didn’t have to wait long at all. Baker Mayfield immediately took the Buccaneers to the playoffs and won a playoff game in his first season as starter. He also earned a healthy new […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield had a career-best season last year in his first year with the team. He played a significant role in their strong finish, helping them go 5-1 after a disappointing 4-7 start. The Bucs aim for their fifth straight playoff appearance after a rollercoaster 2023 season. They finished 9-8, overcoming […]

Baker Mayfield surprised NFL observers last year, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback is headed for another good season, according to his offensive coordinator. Mayfield said he’s hyped over one of his weapons reverting to an old role. Mayfield told bucswire.com he thinks Chris Godwin’s return to the slot will increase the effectiveness of the […]

In 2023, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered the summer with a giant question mark at the quarterback position. After finding incredible success with Tom Brady during the final act of his NFL career, the Buccaneers were tasked with remaining relevant down the “GOAT,” with a former first-overall pick on his fourth team in as three […]

In a shocking turn of events, veteran defensive lineman Shaquil Barrett has changed his mind and told the Miami Dolphins that he will be retiring from the game of football. Barrett announced his retirement on his Instagram account Saturday evening after he signed a one-year deal worth up to $9 million back in March of […]

During his three seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tom Brady rallied the troops and brought some of his old friends with him on his trip down south. Guys like tight end Rob Gronkowski and wide receiver Antonio Brown quickly joined Brady in Tampa to help him win his seventh and final Super Bowl in […]

A lot of uncertainty clouds the relationship between Todd Bowles and Randy Gregory. The former San Francisco 49ers edge rusher made a move to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While he was a welcome addition to the Baker Mayfield-led squad, it seems like he didn’t want any part of the program. In fact, he has not […]

In a heartfelt tribute to Monte Kiffin, the Tampa Bay Rays observed a moment of silence before their game, honoring the legendary defensive coordinator who passed away at the age of 84. Monte Kiffin, renowned for his innovative defensive strategies, left an indelible mark on the NFL, particularly with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His son, […]

The football world is saying goodbye to legendary defensive coordinator and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring of Honor member Monte Kiffin. The father of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has died at the age of 84, surrounded by family and friends, per ESPN’s Andrea Adelson. Kiffin had been working under his son as a player […]

It looks like other Tampa Bay Buccaneers seasons in recent years, minus the Tom Brady ones. Maybe the team could win more games than it loses. This year it probably depends on whether Baker Mayfield is decent. Ho-hum. But why not spice it up? Here are three potential trade candidates as the Buccaneers enter the […]

Things may have been a little different in the NFL back in 2012, but a coach telling his players to hurt opponents on the other team was still a huge no-no. Still, that’s exactly what then-Atlanta Falcons defensive end John Abraham said Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Donald Penn told him his then-coach, Greg Schiano, […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of room for growth heading into the 2024-2025 season and the passing game will once again play a big role in its fortunes. The Bucs’ head coach Todd Bowles and offensive coordinator Liam Coen are reportedly working on a new plan for receiver Chris Godwin that could place him […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers surpassed expectations in their first season without Tom Brady. Baker Mayfield was viewed as a patch at the QB position when he signed with the team more than a year ago. He has since led the Buccaneers to an NFC South title and won a playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles. […]