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Top Priorities in the First Round of the Draft | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2022 NFL Draft.

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Day 2 Targets & Sleepers | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed possible options on Day Two of the draft and who impressed during the NFL's International Players Pathway Program.

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Special Edition Two-Round 2026 Mock Draft | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week Smith unveiled a two-round mock draft that offers fresh insight into how the board could take shape and what to expect on draft night.

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Exploring Trade Scenarios & Elite Defenders | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they break down potential trade scenarios and spotlight a linebacker & edge rusher to keep an eye out for.

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How Free Agency Will Affect the Draft | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed free agency moves and how they might affect draft strategy.

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Key Defensive Players & Pro Day Watchlist | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed impactful defenders from the 2026 NFL Combine and highlighted key Pro Day players you don't want to miss.

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Winners of the 2026 NFL Combine | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed the biggest risers and fallers from the NFL Scouting Combine.

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Defensive Outlook & Prospects to Keep an Eye On | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed the state of the Bucs' defense, the history of the 15th overall pick, and rising prospects to look out for.

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Reviewing the Roster & Potential Round 1 Prospects | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the storylines leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. This week they discussed the state of the team and potential first-round candidates for the Buccaneers this April.

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Reviewing the Official Bucs 2025 NFL Draft Class | Road To The Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer & Editor Scott Smith discuss the Buccaneers' official 2025 NFL Draft class. They dive into each pick, sharing what makes these six rookies exciting additions to the Krewe.

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The Big Picture: Final Thoughts Ahead of The 2025 NFL Draft | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they discussed what fans should keep in mind before Round One, the art of trading during the draft and names to keep an eye on on Day Two.

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Counting Down To Draft: Latest Mock & Potential Trades | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Staff Writer Bri Dix discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week, they discussed Bri's latest mock draft and she predicts who the Bucs will select at 19th overall.

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Best Fits At Pick 19 | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell, Boston College EDGE Donovan Ezeiruaku and South Carolina S Nick Emmanwori.

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Looking Ahead To Bucs Latest First Round Projection | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer & Editor Scott Smith and Staff Writer/Reporter Bri Dix discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week, they talked about their latest Mock Draft prediction and run through their reasoning for a selection on defense.

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Top Sleepers in The 2025 NFL Draft | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they discussed some valuable Day Two selections who would be a great fit for the Bucs.

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Evolving Mock Drafts & Searching For 'Ball Hawks' | Road to the Draft

Team Reporter Casey Phillips & Staff Writer/Report Brianna Dix discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they discussed where prospects could land after an electric beginning to free agency.

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Narrowing In On Bucs' Prospects | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss their second wave of potential players of interest ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. This week, they highlighted NFL prospects Missouri WR Luther Burden III, Ohio State WR Emeka Egbuka, and Texas CB Jahdae Barron.

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NFC South Division Draft Discussion | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss the potential prospects of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they discussed what the Bucs' division rivals could look to do in the first round.

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Mock Draft Season Begins | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss the current potential players of interest leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell, Georgia LB Jalon Walker, and Notre Dame CB Benjamin Morrison.

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Final Thoughts: Popular Picks in First Round | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects: Penn State EDGE Chop Robinson, Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean and Texas wide receiver Adonai Mitchell.

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Narrowing Down the Field: Hot Picks for the Buccaneers | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects: Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry, UCLA EDGE Laiatu Latu and Oregon Interior Offensive Lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson.

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Sneaky Picks To Have on Your Radar | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects: Minnesota Safety Tyler Nubin, Oklahoma Offensive Lineman Tyler Guyton and Quarterback Bo Nix.

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Trade Up Possibilities in First Round | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects: Georgia Tight End Brock Bowers, Duke Offensive Lineman Graham Barton and Florida State EDGE Jared Verse.

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Predicting Position Priority After Free Agency | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects: Duke offensive lineman Graham Barton, Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins and UCLA edge Laiatu Latu.

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NFL Prospects To Keep An Eye On | Road to the Draft 2024

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. This week they highlighted NFL prospects Penn State Edge Chop Robinson, LSU Wide Receiver Brian Thomas Jr. and Oregon Center Jackson Powers-Johnson.

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Breaking Down GM Jason Licht's Pre-Draft Presser | Road to the Draft

Senior Writer/Editor Scott Smith and Team Reporter Casey Phillips discuss topics leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft. This week they chatted about Iowa Defensive End Lukas Van Ness, Texas Running Back Bijan Robinson and broke down General Manager Jason Licht's pre-draft press conference.

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Jason Licht's Thoughts Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft | Press Conference

Apr 15, 2026

The New Challenge | In the Current

Apr 14, 2026

Day 2 Targets & Sleepers | Road to the Draft

Apr 10, 2026

Second Wave of Free Agency | Bucs Insider

Apr 09, 2026

Special Edition Two-Round 2026 Mock Draft | Road to the Draft

Apr 03, 2026

2026 Annual Meetings Takeaways: Corner Addition Inbound | Bucs Insider

Apr 02, 2026

Rondé Barber Uncovers Last Season's Most Underrated Highlights | Film Session

Mar 31, 2026

Rondé Barber Breaks Down Bucs' Top Passing Plays | Film Session

Mar 31, 2026

Todd Bowles Joins 'GMFB' From The 2026 NFL Annual League Meeting

Mar 30, 2026

Lavonte David Mic'd Up at Super Bowl LV

Mar 28, 2026

Exploring Trade Scenarios & Elite Defenders | Road to the Draft

Mar 27, 2026

One-on-One with Lavonte David: Always a Buccaneer

Mar 26, 2026

Lavonte David Mic'd Up For His Final Game

Mar 26, 2026

Lavonte David: I AM THAT MAN | Trailer

Mar 25, 2026

One-on-One with Jason Licht: The Standard Remains

Mar 25, 2026

Lavonte David's Legacy Recap & New Draft Perspectives | Bucs Insider

Mar 25, 2026

An Unforgettable She is Football Weekend

Mar 25, 2026

Lavonte David on His Legendary 14-Year Career | Press Conference

Mar 24, 2026

Todd Bowles: Lavonte David is the Definition of a Leader | Press Conference

Mar 24, 2026

Jason Licht on Lavonte David: One of a Kind | Press Conference

Mar 24, 2026

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Buccaneers.com 2026 Mock Draft 10.0

A trio of trades shake up the draft order, with the Buccaneers trading down to add draft capital before landing some much-needed edge rush help

Takeaways from Jason Licht's Pre-Draft Press Conference | Bucs Blitz

During his pre-draft press conference on Wednesday, General Manager Jason Licht addressed a variety of topics including the evaluation process of edge rushers, draft philosophy and the importance of the receiver position

Bucs Hoping to Draft Primarily from Their "Front Board"

Though the NFL Draft is a little over 250 picks long, the Buccaneers narrow their preferred list down to about 150 prospects each year and try to focus primarily on that list throughout the seven rounds and in undrafted free agency

The Entire History of the Buccaneers' Sixth-Round Draft Picks

The Bucs didn't make a selection in the sixth round a year ago, but they've been able to land some valuable players in that frame through the years

Photos: Through the Years Bucs vs. Ravens

View images of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' matchups throughout the years vs. the Baltimore Ravens

Bucs Working Through First-Round Trade-Down Scenarios in 2026 Draft

Depending upon which players remain available at the 15th pick, a trade back to gain extra draft capital could be worth considering for the Buccaneers, according to GM Jason Licht, though it's not always easy to find a partner

GM Jason Licht "Feels Strongly" About Bucs' 2026 Leadership

During his pre-draft press conference, General Manager Jason Licht addressed a variety of topics from the podium, including the 2026 leadership core featuring players in all three phases

The Top Five Draft Classes in Buccaneers History

Two Hall of Famers in one round? A half-dozen long-term starters? The building block around which the franchise was originally built? Which of the Bucs' first 50 classes rank among the best work the team has done on draft weekend?

Jason Licht's Thoughts Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft | Press Conference

Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht addressed the media ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. GM Licht discussed his thoughts on the TE class, the process behind 'taking the best player' and the possibility of trading down.

2026 Top Prospects: Wide Receiver

An overview of the top wide receiver prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft, including five expected to be taken in the first round

The Entire History of the Buccaneers' Seventh-Round Draft Picks

When and where have the Buccaneers found the most success with their seventh-round picks throughout franchise history?

Photos: Through the Years Bucs vs. Vikings

View images of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' matchups throughout the years vs. the Minnesota Vikings

Photos: Best of 2026 Battlegrounds

View the best photos from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Battlegrounds Flag Football Game, featuring Steinbrenner High School and Strawberry Crest High School at AdventHealth Training Center.

On the Move: Every Trade in Buccaneers History Involving First-Round Draft Picks

From blockbuster deals for a receiver and a head coach to some deft maneuvering to land a pair of Hall of Famers in a single round, the Buccaneers have tried their hand at every sort of first-round trade available over the past half-century

The New Challenge | In the Current

Here's a special behind-the-scenes look at this new offseason edition of In the Current, where the Bucs step into a new chapter, focus on strengthening the roster and look to ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft. Hear from Jason Licht, Rob McCartney, Lavonte David and more.

2026 Top Prospects: Running Back

An overview of the top running back prospects of the 2026 NFL Draft, including one expected to be drafted in the top five

2026 Buccaneers Mock Draft Roundup 10.0

The Draft is just a couple weeks away, sending the last-ditch flurry of mock drafts across the NFL landscape. Here is what analysts are predicting that the Bucs could do with the 15th overall pick in the first round

Photos: Through the Years Bucs vs. Packers

View images of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' matchups throughout the years vs. the Green Bay Packers

2026 Top Prospects: Offensive Line

An overview of the top offensive line prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, including several tackles and the best-ranked guard and center

2026 NFL Draft Guide: How Bucs Fans Can Watch, Stream & Follow Every Pick

The 2026 NFL Draft is nearly here. Find out how Buccaneers fans can watch, stream, and listen live as Tampa Bay makes its selections from Pittsburgh, including the No. 15 overall pick in the first round, along with TV channels, streaming options, and radio coverage

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