TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Surrendering big plays has cost the Tampa Bay Buccaneers two games in a row. That’s turned a promising 6-2 start into a two-game losing streak with a trip to face the NFC West-leading Los Angeles Rams (8-2) up next. Josh Allen threw …
Author: ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer
NFL seeks dismissal of Jon Gruden’s lawsuit after Nevada Supreme Court sends it back to state court
The Nevada Supreme Court returned Jon Gruden’s case to the state’s District Court on Thursday, and the NFL filed two motions seeking the prompt dismissal of the claims. Gruden resigned as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in October 2021 after the publication of emails he sent years earlier that included racist, misogynistic and homophobic […]
With 4 last-minute wins, Bucs show they just need to keep games close for Baker Mayfield
Call them the ComeBake Kids.
Baker Mayfield, Vic Fangio have mutual respect heading into Buccaneers-Eagles matchup
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield’s remarkable turnaround in Tampa Bay is no surprise for Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. The veteran coach has admired Mayfield from afar, watching the 2018 No. 1 overall pick become one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks after bouncing from the Browns to the Panthers to the Rams in […]
Buccaneers sign Plant City native, Desmond Watson to practice squad, AP source says
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Defensive tackle Desmond Watson was signed to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ practice squad on Tuesday, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team didn’t announce the move. Watson, who played at Florida, was originally signed by the Buccaneers […]
Buccaneers defensive lineman Calijah Kancey has a torn pectoral muscle, AP source says
Buccaneers defensive lineman Calijah Kancey will have surgery for a torn pectoral muscle and is expected to miss the rest of the season, a person with knowledge of the injury told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Buccaneers allowed Baker Mayfield to be himself and he’s turned into a top quarterback
Mayfield has developed into one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks, elevating his game on the field and becoming a team leader in the locker room.
Buccaneers own the NFC South, and aim for a deep playoff run in the franchise’s 50th season
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers own the NFC South. They’ve won four straight division titles, but won’t be satisfied with just another playoff appearance. They’re looking to win their third Super Bowl title in the franchise’s 50th season. The Atlanta Falcons won’t make it easy on them. The Falcons beat the Buccaneers […]
Shilo Sanders waived by the Buccaneers, AP source says
Shilo Sanders was waived by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, less than 24 hours after he was ejected from a preseason game for throwing a punch, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Sunday.
Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Evans eager to ‘put on a show’ as he seeks record-setting season
Mike Evans streaked into the secondary, cut outside and leaped to catch a perfect post-corner toss from Baker Mayfield.

