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- NFLJets' Geno Smith scratched vs. Bucs due to sore ankle, is day-to-dayJets quarterback Geno Smith is day-to-day with an ankle injury that occurred Wednesday and resulted in him being scratched from the preseason opener Friday night against the Buccaneers.
- NFLTampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New York Jets: Game Highlights
- NFLTampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New York Jets Game Highlights
- NFLRookie Cade Klubnik leads 2 scoring drives after Geno Smith is scratched in Jets' 24-16 loss to Bucs— Rookie fourth-rounder Cade Klubnik led the New York Jets to scores on his two drives after a surprise start in place of Geno Smith in a...
- NFL2026 Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp: Latest intel, updatesCatch up on our daily updates from Bucs training camp, including intel on QBs, position battles and potential breakouts.
- NFLRanking NFL quarterbacks by trait: Best arm, accuracy, moreDoes Josh Allen have the league's strongest arm? Is Lamar Jackson still the most unstoppable QB rusher? And where does Caleb Williams stand among the best improvisers?
- NFLJets' Qwan'tez Stiggers in concussion protocol after collapsingJets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers is "doing fine" a day after collapsing during a joint practice against the Buccaneers, coach Aaron Glenn said Wednesday. Stiggers has entered the NFL's concussion protocol after displaying symptoms Tuesday.
- NFLBuccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka limps off in practice against JetsBuccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka limped off the field during a joint practice with the Jets on Wednesday and didn't return.
- NFLJets CB Stiggers taken to hospital after collapsing at practiceJets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was transported by ambulance to a hospital after collapsing during a joint practice Tuesday with the Buccaneers.
- NFLNFL Camp Buzz: Stars Rise, Legends Fade, Coaches ReturnShanahan Back on the Sideline Story: Kyle Shanahan’s concussion recovery hits a turning point—he’s set to coach the 49ers’ preseason opener against Tennessee. After missing camp time from a July 14 car accident, the HC’s return signals the Niners are trending toward full strength. Bet this: if Shanahan’s on the field Week 1, San Fran’s Super Bowl odds jump at least a half-point. Rookie WR Steals the Show in Baltimore Story: Ja’Kobi Lane’s camp has Ravens fans buzzing—Derrick Henry even leaped for one of his catches. In 27 years covering the team, beat writer Jamison Hensley hasn’t seen a rookie dominate like this. If Lane keeps this up, Baltimore’s WR corps just got a lot scarier. Panthers Add Trask After QB Injury Story: Haynes King’s hamstring injury forces Carolina to pivot, bringing in ex-Bucs QB Kyle Trask. Familiarity with OC Dave Canales (2023 in Tampa) could fast-track his role. With Bryce Young’s seat warming, Trask might get a longer look than expected. Injury Roundup: Bears,
- NFLNFL Moves: Taylor Locked, Vea Stays, Belichick ScrambleBig Money & Big Names Shake the League Taylor’s Bag Secured Jonathan Taylor just inked a two-year, $44M extension ($39M guaranteed) with the Colts—biggest third contract ever for a running back. That’s real money for a guy who’s averaged 4.6 YPC and 1,300+ scrimmage yards in three of his last four full seasons. Colts bet big on JT, but they’ve still got Quenton Nelson (G) and DeForest Buckner (DT) staring down contract years. Front office’s next move? Watch the cap space. Vea & Mayfield Stay Put Bucs GM Jason Licht dropped the hammer: no trade plans for Vita Vea, and Baker Mayfield’s still the franchise QB. Vea’s a Pro Bowl nose tackle who eats double teams for breakfast—keeping him was a no-brainer. Mayfield? He’s got 6,500+ yards and 40 TDs in two seasons with Tampa. Not elite, but Licht’s betting on stability over chaos. Belichick’s Latest Headache UNC head coach Bill Belichick just announced DC Steve Belichick (his son) is on medical leave. No timeline—just “as soon as poss
- NFLTracking 2026 NFL hold-ins: Vea and TuipulotuHere is the latest on the Bucs' Vita Vea and the Chargers' Tuli Tuipulotu and where they stand with their deals.
- NFLSources: Saints signing ex-Bucs LB Deion Jones to 1-year dealThe Saints are signing linebacker Deion Jones to a one-year deal.
- NFLBucs GM says 'no plans' for Vita Vea trade, Baker Mayfield still franchise QBThe Buccaneers have "no plans" to trade Vita Vea and still view Baker Mayfield as a franchise QB, according to GM Jason Licht.
- NFL2026 NFL season: Future Hall of Famers from all 32 teamsWe went roster by roster to pick out the NFL players who are on track to make the Hall of Fame one day -- and those who still have some work to do.
- NFL2026 NFL training camp news, buzz, fantasy football updatesHere's what we heard on the road at training camp for the Bears, Bucs, Chargers, Chiefs, Colts, Commanders, Dolphins, Jaguars, Falcons, Packers, Rams and Vikings.
- NFL2026 NFL training camp: Position battles on each depth chartWe picked the top position battles to keep an eye on as training camp and the preseason roll on.
- NFLNFL Hits: Injuries, Contracts, and a Legend LostRookie WR Done for Year, Bengals Edge Dodges Bullet Panthers rookie Chris Brazzell—who flashed real promise—is out for the season after tearing his LCL in practice. That’s a gut-punch for a Carolina offense already thin at receiver. Meanwhile, Bengals edge Shemar Stewart got carted off with a scary knee injury, but the news is better: just a hyperextension, no ligament damage. He’ll miss time, but not the whole year. Small win in a league where every snap counts. Baker Mayfield’s Contract Standoff: Bucs Playing Hardball Baker Mayfield’s not happy. The Bucs offered him a two-year deal, and he called it "disrespectful." Wanted long-term security and $50M+ per year—Bucs are "pretty far" from that number. Training camp’s here, and this standoff’s getting louder. If Tampa doesn’t blink, Baker’s playing on the franchise tag, and that’s a recipe for distraction. Legend Lost: Billy Ray Smith Jr. Dies at 64 Former Chargers LB Billy Ray Smith Jr.—a College Football Hall of
- NFLAnatomy of an NFL holdout: What it's like for players, agents, teamsHoldouts can be brutal. Here are some notable stories from each side of the bargaining table.
- NFLEvery NFL team's best training camp, preseason riser everLet's look back to when 32 NFL players kick-started their careers with strong performances in training camp and the preseason -- one from each team.
- NFLHistory points to Mayfield, Vea playing for Bucs in 2026Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield and nose tackle Vita Vea's contract situations have become major headlines this week.
- NFLMayfield felt 'disrespected' and 'undervalued' by Buccaneers' offersBuccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield said Thursday that he felt "disrespected a little bit" that he and the team could not reach an agreement on a new contract before his imposed deadline of the start of training camp.
- NFLBaker Mayfield says he feels 'disrespected and undervalued' by Bucs
- NFLIs this Baker Mayfield's final season with the Bucs?
- NFLBetting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2026: Bucs out for redemptionExamining the Buccaneers' outlook for 2026, the ways to bet them and our best bet going into the NFL season.
- NFLVita Vea trade request: Five NFL team fits for the Bucs DTThe 31-year-old Vea has been a cornerstone of Tampa Bay's defense, but he requested a trade on Monday. Here are five teams that could be landing spots in a potential deal.
- NFLWhy Eisen would bet on Baker Mayfield this season
- NFLSources: No real progress in Mayfield, Buccaneers contract talksThe Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield have not made significant progress on a new contract as the quarterback's stated deadline for a new deal approaches, sources told ESPN.
- NFL2026 NFL offseason: Top impact signings, trades, draft picksWhich NFL offseason free agent signings, trade acquisitions and draft picks will have the most impact in Year 1 with their new teams? Let's rank the top 50 for 2026.
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