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Things have gone well for Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, but he may not have been able to change public perception. And he may have to do even more on Sunday as the Buccaneers received a plethora of injury updates for the 49ers game. It’s quite a list, according to a post on X […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is holding out hope that starting cornerback Zyon McCollum will be available for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, despite a recent thumb procedure. According to Pewter Report, Bowles told reporters this week that McCollum is still being evaluated but remains a candidate to play, […]

In what was an awful first half for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon against the Philadelphia Eagles, it ended up haunting them in what was a 31-25 loss. While the connection between Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield and Emeka Egbuka was on full display on Sunday, the quarterback was less than pleased after the game. […]

Something has to give between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Philadelphia Eagles when they both stake their undefeated records in Week 4 on Sunday. The Buccaneers remained undefeated after escaping the New York Jets, 29-27, in Week 3. It’s their first 3-0 start since 2005. The Eagles, meanwhile, are still unblemished in their title […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are preparing to move forward without one of their most important offensive pieces. Wide receiver Mike Evans will reportedly miss three to four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in Sunday’s win over the New York Jets. FOX Sports’ Greg Auman added that while the injury is not as severe as […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers added a massive presence to their practice squad this week, but head coach Todd Bowles said the move had nothing to do with preparing for one of the NFL’s most scrutinized plays. The Buccaneers announced Tuesday that they signed defensive tackle Desmond Watson, who weighs over 400 pounds, to their practice […]

With the news of Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury, there’s no denying the blow that this is to the team in the short term. As the Buccaneers star recovers from the hamstring injury, there is an aspect that could motivate Evans to make a […]

It was supposed to be a relatively peaceful game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the New York Jets. They were up 26-20 with two minutes left, and Chase McLaughlin was lining up for a field goal. A made field goal would put them up by two scores, making it harder for New York to […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 2-0 on the season, but there are still some areas where they can improve. One of those areas is kicking, as Chase McLaughlin has missed some kicks over the past two weeks. In their win against the Houston Texans, McLaughlin missed a 38-yard field goal in the third quarter. Head […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved swiftly after Calijah Kancey will miss the 2025 season. They’ve plucked away a former Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Wednesday. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports Elijah Simmons is coming on board following the big NFL injury for the Bucs. Simmons previously was on the Cards’ practice squad. Kancey suffered a […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ unbeaten start is being overshadowed by growing concerns along their offensive line. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Buccaneers offensive lineman Cody Mauch is dealing with a knee injury and missed practice. His status for the upcoming game against the New York Jets remains uncertain, compounding Tampa Bay’s injury concerns. That development […]

Baker Mayfield displayed strong composure with under 10 seconds left to seal the Tampa Bay Buccaneers road win. Mayfield led the final touchdown drive to win 20-19. He then threw shade at Houston Texans safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson after the Monday Night Football contest. Mayfield broke off a 15-yard run as his Bucs faced fourth-and-10 with […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers elevated to 2-0 in last-second fashion. Baker Mayfield capped a game-winning drive with under 10 seconds left to beat Houston 20-19. But star defender Calijah Kancey endured a setback after beating the Texans. Kancey left early with a pectoral injury. The defensive tackle noticeably couldn’t complete his hand rush move when […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Atlanta Falcons, 23-20, last Sunday afternoon, the football world has been hyping up the team regarding what they accomplish this season. With the Buccaneers led by the heroics of Emeka Egbuka, former player Chris Long would go as far as to say that the team should be in […]

Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have high morales after getting past the Atlanta Falcons in a 23-20 thriller. Both teams exchanged blows throughout the course of the game. Tampa Bay possessed the lead as Atlanta had a field goal that could have the tied the score to force overtime. However, Younghoe Koo’s attempt […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers turned Emeka Egbuka into an immediate gameday hero. The rookie did more than score his first Bucs touchdown. His heroics got saved by a botched field goal attempt by the Atlanta Falcons. Younghoe Koo lined up for a 44-yard attempt to send the game into overtime. Koo misfired on the attempt […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced not having prized defensive tackle Vita Vea for the season opener. With the All-Pro dealing with a foot ailment before the Atlanta Falcons showdown.  Fox NFL insider Jordan Schultz dropped an update on that front Saturday. Which presents an encouraging sign for the Bucs and Vea. “Pro Bowl DT Vita […]

Things had gotten tough for the Atlanta Falcons on the offensive side of the ball. But they still enter the season opener with high hopes. And part of the reason is the defense. A pair of Falcons’ rookies earned an impressive Todd Bowles endorsement before the clash against the Buccaneers. Jalon Walker and James Pearce […]

Teams around the league are making cuts to get down to their 53-man rosters. On Monday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers decided to let go of a fan-favorite undrafted free agent. Reports indicate that the Buccaneers are cutting undrafted free agent Desmond Watson, according to Greg Auman of Fox Sports. The rookie defensive tackle has been […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Shilo Sanders got into a scuffle during a NFL preseason game on Saturday night. Sanders was ejected from the contest against the Buffalo Bills, after he was involved in a physical play. Sanders threw punches at Buffalo Bills tight end Zach Davidson. Following the contest, Bucs coach Todd Bowles bemoaned […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are getting ready for the regular season, but before that, they still have one more preseason game to get a look at who will make the final roster. It could also be a time where some of the key players get a chance to play some reps. Head coach Todd Bowles […]

While the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare for the upcoming NFL season, all eyes have been on undrafted rookie Desmond Watson. Not because he’s turning heads in practice with his performance, but because he’s been unable to participate due to weighing 464 pounds. The team wants him to lose weight before he can get involved with […]

With the Tampa Bay Buccaneers clashing against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the preseason on Saturday, fans are wondering if star offensive players will be making an appearance. While plans for the Buccaneers in the preseason are fluid, head coach Todd Bowles would give some insight into the playing statuses of quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are turning over their offensive staff for a third consecutive season after fielding one of the most explosive units in football in 2024. Liam Coen led Baker Mayfield and this Tampa Bay offense to new heights in 2024, but now he is off to be the new head coach of the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have had a few injuries to some of their players, and there was a new person who missed the latest practice. Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. did not participate in the team’s workout as he’s dealing with a lower leg injury. Head coach Todd Bowles did not specify how long Winfield would […]

While the preseason status is unclear for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, he will no doubt be active for the practices leading up to the start of the regular season. As the relationship between the Steelers and Rodgers continues to build, he would speak about the upcoming week of joint practices with the Tampa Bay […]

Fresh off a 29-7 win over the Tennessee Titans in their preseason opener, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are full steam ahead towards the 2025 regular season. Two more contests against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills await to finish the preseason slate. According to Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles, the plan for newly signed quarterback […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers went up against the Tennessee Titans in their first preseason game, and left with an injury to one of their running backs. Rachaad White suffered a groin injury in the first quarter and was ruled out for the rest of the game. He finished with six rushes for 28 yards. Head […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are revamping their offense for the third consecutive year after their offensive coordinator and play caller became a head coach elsewhere. This time, it was Liam Coen on his way out the door to coach the Jacksonville Jaguars, and now Josh Grizzard is at the helm. Unfortunately, Grizzard isn’t working with […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles reacted to Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders visiting training camp to watch his son, Shilo Sanders. Shilo’s wholesome moment with a Buccaneers fan during a community event showed the rookie safety adapting to his new environment. Then, a visit from his dad grabbed everyone’s attention as Deion […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will start training camp without wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. Godwin dislocated his left ankle in Week 7 versus the Baltimore Ravens. He underwent surgery, forcing him to sit out the remainder of the season. It remains unclear when he can return to […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are ready for another successful season in 2025. The Buccaneers made it back to the playoffs in 2024, but suffered a brutal Wild Card loss against the Commanders. Tampa’s ownership rewarded the team’s head coach and general manager after multiple seasons of sustained success. The Buccaneers have agreed to multi-year contract […]

Every NFL season delivers its fair share of surprises. Sure, fans and analysts often focus on high-profile stars and headline-grabbing rookies. However, it’s the under-the-radar contributors who often tilt the season’s outcome. For the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 2025 could be the year when a couple of quiet contributors finally break through. Tampa Bay has remained […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles got brutally honest on whether the franchise signed Desmond Watson in an effort to defend the Tush Push. The Buccaneers turned many heads with their decision to add the nose tackle out of Florida as an undrafted free agent. At 6’6, 464 pounds, Watson is the heaviest NFL […]

When it comes to the NFL Draft, every team wants to hit a home run with their first-round draft pick. It is almost essential that if a team is going to sustain success over the years, first-round selections must hit on a consistent basis. Second- and third-round picks are expected to make key contributions, but […]

What is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ biggest need heading into the 2025 NFL Draft? Is it another wide receiver? Depth on the lines? Or maybe a new linebacker to eventually replace LaVonte David? Well, in the opinion of head coach Todd Bowles at the NFL owners meetings in Palm Beach, Florida, the answer is clear: […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been one of the most intriguing teams to follow this offseason. They have a roster blending veteran leadership, rising young talent, and a front office determined to maintain competitiveness. As such, the Bucs entered the 2025 NFL free agency period facing several pivotal decisions. Now, the focus shifts to the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have enjoyed newfound success before their 50th season. They’ve won a franchise first four straight division titles and own a 2020 Super Bowl victory. Head coach Todd Bowles, Baker Mayfield and company can continue their rare success streak through the 2025 NFL Draft. The Buccaneers have scored through the first three […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in an awkward position as as franchise. That may seem like an odd thing to say about a team coming off back-to-back NFC South titles, but it is true. Tampa Bay is in a two-year window where they need to maximize Baker Mayfield and their host of aging veterans before […]