Jeff and Scott react to Vita Vea's extension and other news, review some encouraging NFL debuts and get to know hometown prospect Dean Patterson

Though there was a reported trade request at the beginning of the process that led to Vita Vea's contract extension, he made it clear on Thursday that his goal was always to be a Buc for life

Back at practice in 11-on-11 on Thursday, cornerback Benjamin Morrison discussed his perspective transformation during rehab and mentorship of teammate Vita Vea

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout Training Camp and the Preseason

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips report on the latest news from Buccaneers' 2026 Training Camp. They discussed the extension of NT Vita Vea, the standouts from the victory vs. the Jets and the upcoming matchup in Arrowhead.

Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Kam Johnson & CB Benjamin Morrison as they speak to the media after Thursday's Preseason Week 2 practice.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Nose Tackle Vita Vea spoke to the media following Thursday's Preseason Week 2 practice. NT Vita Vea discussed his new deal, the leadership of HC Todd Bowles and the young talent throughout the defense.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke to the media following Thursday's Preseason Week 2 practice. HC Bowles discussed NT Vita Vea's new deal, player updates and the upcoming preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Vita Vea, a powerful force in the middle of the Buccaneers' defense for the past eight seasons, is now under contract with the team through the 2027 season as the franchise continues its trend of retaining and rewarding its homegrown stars

Find out how to watch, stream or listen to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Kansas City Chiefs in Preseason Week Two on August 22, 2026

View photos of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practicing during 2026 Training Camp on Wednesday, August 19th at AdventHealth Training Center.

The Bucs are in the midst of installing another new offense under coordinator Zac Robinson, and QB Baker Mayfield says the process has gone well to this point in training camp

Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers K Chase McLaughlin, QB Jake Browning and TE Bauer Sharp as they speak to the media following Wednesday's Preseason Week 2 practice.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke to the media following Wednesday's Preseason Week 2 practice. HC Bowles discussed rookie TE Bauer Sharp's athleticism, OLB Rueben Bain Jr.'s work ethic and the competition for backup quarterback.

A look at outside linebacker Yaya Diaby's productive camp

QB Jake Browning, who is expected to make his Bucs game debut on Saturday night, will use his confidence and preparation to let it rip, and says "bring it on" to competition for the primary reserve spot behind Baker Mayfield

View photos of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practicing during 2026 Training Camp on Tuesday, August 18th at AdventHealth Training Center.

Following practice on Tuesday, Quarterback Baker Mayfield discussed Kenny Gainwell's talent infusion in the offense, Ted Hurst III's high-point capability and what he wants to see from the first-team offense on Saturday against Kansas City

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke to the media following Tuesday's Preseason Week 2 practice. QB Mayfield discussed RB Kenny Gainwell's versatility, the evolution of Todd Bowles' defense and the Bucs' new look front seven.

Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers S Rashad Wisdom and DL DeMonte Capehart as they speak to the media following Tuesday's Preseason Week 2 practice.