Vita Vea has Chargers written all over him after fresh trade demand
Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and has a perfect landing spot waiting for him in the LA Chargers.
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Vita Vea’s salary for 2026 as Pro Bowl DT requests trade out of Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers still owe Vita Vea a huge paycheck. Vita Vea is looking for a completely fresh start with a new franchise after requesting a trade , but his massive salary on his current Buccaneers contract makes a deal tricky, leaving his immediate future wide open. “Vea is scheduled to earn $18 million this season on his current deal. He did not participate in the spring program with the #Buccaneers. He’s expected to be with the team for training camp, though his participatio...
Vita Vea requests trade out of Bucs: Where the Pro Bowl DT might play in 2026
One of the most dominating defensive tackles in the NFL has requested a trade, as Vita Vea wants an out from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Vita Vea shockingly requested a trade to leave the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . The defensive tackle is one of the best in the world in that position. Now, it’s time to explore what his future in the NFL holds. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Vea’s decision. Because no official trade has materialized with the Buccaneers yet, specific destination teams are very ...
Reports: Buccaneers Star Defensive Player Demands Trade, Which Might Mean Good News For The Steelers
When the Pittsburgh Steelers travel to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6, the offense might not have to worry about nose tackle Vita Vea. According to multiple reports Monday evening, Vea has asked the Buccaneers to trade him after the two sides failed to make progress on a new contract. #Buccaneers two-time Pro […]
Aaron Donald isn’t only star DT who could be added to a defense
While the Los Angeles Rams prepare for the potential return of Aaron Donald, he’s not the only superstar defensive tackle who could be added to a defense right before the season starts. Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea, a two-time Pro Bowler who has averaged six sacks per season over the last four years, has requested […]
Report: Vita Vea Asks To Be Traded
At least Devin White had the common courtesy to ask for a trade in April. Vita Vea has asked for one on the eve of 2026 training camp. Is it merely a stunt for a new contract, or is Vea […] The post Report: Vita Vea Asks To Be Traded appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
BREAKING: Bucs DT Vita Vea Requests Trade
Bucs DT Vita Vea has requested a trade after failing to agree to a new contract extension with the team, according to Mike Garafolo. The veteran defensive tackle averaged $17.75 million per year on his current deal, which makes him the league’s No. 19 overall highest-paid interior lineman. Vea missed the team’s minicamp this offseason. […] The post BREAKING: Bucs DT Vita Vea Requests Trade appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
How Much Rope Will Jake Browning Get?
The new Bucs backup quarterback got a one-year deal for a half of what Tampa Bay inked Kyle Trask for last offseason. Former Bengals QB Jake Browning got $400,000 guaranteed and a $1.3 million contract, per Spotrac.com. Trask got double […] The post How Much Rope Will Jake Browning Get? appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
“I Would Have Him Circled In The First-Coach-Fired Rankings”
Joe’s not a fan of this guy but he does have a massive social media following and does own a huge sports media company, so the take is interestng because important folks at One Buc Palace probably took notice. Bill […] The post “I Would Have Him Circled In The First-Coach-Fired Rankings” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
2026 American Conference Media Days: Team-by-Team Recaps and Storylines
All 14 American Conference programs gathered at the Hilton Bayfront in St. Petersburg, FL for the league’s 2026 media days. Attendees included Commissioner Tim Pernetti, all 14 head coaches, 29 player representatives, the teams’ mascots and cheerleaders, and even former Super Bowl-winning coach Jon Gruden. For the third-straight season, membership remained unchanged, but the league […]
Emeka Egbuka Is No Michael Clayton
It’s sarcasm, people. The thing about a good one-liner on the interwebs is it doesn’t come with a sarcasm-asterisk. So Joe is taking the liberty of pointing this out for readers on this one. Joe’s good friend, NFL humorist/columnist Mike […] The post Emeka Egbuka Is No Michael Clayton appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
“It’s Going To Take Some Financial Concessions For Tampa To Get This Done”
As always, Joe is trying to read between the lines of what is reported. Those who read between the lines accurately often find the truth within well-crafted words and phrases to protect both the innocent and their pipelines to teams. […] The post “It’s Going To Take Some Financial Concessions For Tampa To Get This Done” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Baker Mayfield Contract Preferences Revealed in Discussions with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in a contract stalemate with franchise quarterback Baker Mayfield. The No. 1 overall pick of […]
Three Major Injuries Punishing The Carolina Panthers
The Panthers are a losing football team and have been since their last winning season in 2017. However, they are an arch rival of Tampa Bay and the reigning NFC South landfill champs. What a country! But please don’t ask […] The post Three Major Injuries Punishing The Carolina Panthers appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
NFC Notes: Dave Canales, Dan Morgan, Antoine Winfield, Buccaneers, Panthers
Buccaneers Buccaneers S Antoine Winfield Jr. was voted as the seventh-best safety in the NFL in a poll of coaches and execs around the league: “He’s just so well-rounded and a very consistent player when he’s out there,” an AFC exec said. “Can blitz, cover, rare instincts and always around the ball.” (Jeremy Fowler) Panthers […] The post NFC Notes: Dave Canales, Dan Morgan, Antoine Winfield, Buccaneers, Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Latest On Talks Between Buccaneers & Baker Mayfield
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says that while Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield has set Tuesday as a deadline for getting a new deal done, he thinks that’s really an artificial deadline and the two sides could continue negotiations past that. Fowler says Tampa Bay remains optimistic about getting something done but they probably won’t give Mayfield everything […] The post Latest On Talks Between Buccaneers & Baker Mayfield appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Ira Kaufman Talks “Very Consequential” Training Camp, Unnoticed O-Line Key, ESPN Fallout, And More
Full plate of Buccaneers chatter on the final weekend of the Tampa Bay players’ vacation. Enjoy! The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. […] The post Ira Kaufman Talks “Very Consequential” Training Camp, Unnoticed O-Line Key, ESPN Fallout, And More appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
New NFL Rumors Reveal Baker Mayfield Isn't 'Scared' of Franchise Tag amid Bucs Contract Talks
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his contract, and he's hoping to enter training camp with a new agreement in place.
Mike Tanier: Injuries Are No Excuse (For A Raise)
Joe’s good friend, NFL humorist/columnist Mike Tanier, summed up in one sentence what Football America thinks of the NFC South landfill. Tanier is breaking down the NFL division-by-division in his training camp previews on his website, Too Deep Zone. So […] The post Mike Tanier: Injuries Are No Excuse (For A Raise) appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
JoeBucsFan Show TODAY At 11 A.M. On WDAE
Fire up the JoeBucsFan Show on Saturday at 11 a.m. on WDAE radio, 95.7 FM and AM 620. Joe and Ira Kaufman have plenty to dive into. Listen online to Tampa Bay’s all-sports beast or via the iHeart Radio app, […] The post JoeBucsFan Show TODAY At 11 A.M. On WDAE appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
“He’s Going To Get A Lot Less Touches This Year”
During the second half of the 2024 season, Bucky Irving averaged 18.5 touches per game. Last year, Irving averaged 20.3 touches in the 10 games he played. Those numbers are coming down. That was the firm assertion by Bucs legend […] The post “He’s Going To Get A Lot Less Touches This Year” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
“Grudge Holder” Rueben Bain
Buccaneers first-round pick Rueben Bain takes his job, his life, very seriously. The Miami Mauler edge rusher is now just three days from his first NFL training camp and Joe is reflecting on how lucky it appears the Bucs are […] The post “Grudge Holder” Rueben Bain appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Can Daylen Everette Carry Spring Momentum Into Training Camp?
Can Daylen Everette carry his spring momentum into training camp? In short order, Daylen Everette went from overlooked to, well, potentially overhyped after his spring showing against DK Metcalf. While that’s nothing to sneeze at, to be sure, there’s no opening in the starting lineup. Joey Porter Jr., Jamel Dean, and Jalen Ramsey are the […]
Bucs Open Additional Training Camp Practice To Unaffiliated Fans
The average Joe can now attend Day 3 of Buccaneers training camp. This evening, the Bucs announced a fourth training camp date open to the every-man fan, one who doesn’t have season tickets or isn’t part of a dedicated special […] The post Bucs Open Additional Training Camp Practice To Unaffiliated Fans appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Jon Gruden, Ronde Barber to call Buccaneers preseason game
Tampa Bay Buccaneers reporter Ira Kaufman recently delivered news that former Monday Night Football color commentator Jon Gruden will do play-by-play for an upcoming NFL preseason game. Kaufman explained that there would be a formal announcement soon. And on Thursday, that announcement emerged. The Buccaneers announced that Gruden and Ronde Barber will be in the…
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