The Tampa Bay Buccaneers edged out the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-14 tonight in their Preseason Week 2 clash at Acrisure Stadium.

Below are some of the top stats with key highlights from the matchup.

Tampa Bay:

• QB Teddy Bridgewater went 6-of-11 for 85 yards and 2 touchdowns, with no interceptions—delivering a sharp 119.3 passer rating.
• RB Bucky Irving debuted Saturday night with 8 carries for 12 yards, and also caught 1 pass for 15 yards, which was the touchdown reception from Bridgewater.
• WR Jalen McMillan logged 1 catch for 18 yards before exiting the game early.
• Other...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan was shaken up and ruled out for the remainder of the game with a back injury and concussion evaluation after landing awkwardly in the first quarter of tonight’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.

McMillan made an impressive first-down grab from veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater’s throw after leaping up to make the catch, moving the chains early in Tampa Bay’s second drive. But as he was in the air, he was up-ended by a Steelers defensive back, landing awkwardly on the back of his neck/head area. Trainers quickly rushed to...

With teams increasingly valuing joint practices and scrimmages with each passing season, any positive news is worth noting when reported from these outings.

That said, Mike Evans showcased his talents well for the Buccaneers as he reportedly destroyed the Pittsburgh Steelers cornerbacks during the two teams’ practice on Thursday. The Tampa Bay Times’s Rick Stroud attended, relaying the offense’s general dominance but specifically highlighting Evans, who enters his 12th campaign.

His account was corroborated by team reporter Scott Smith, as well as multiple third-party sources like Pewter Report, Steelers Depot, and others. Evans concluded the day with a redzone score...

In a surprising move following Thursday’s joint practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles confirmed that quarterback Baker Mayfield will not suit up for Saturday night’s preseason game.

Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times shared the news Thursday night.

Despite initially indicating that nearly all starters would play—aside from wide receiver Mike Evans and linebacker Lavonte David—Bowles reversed course after reviewing Mayfield’s practice performance. He described it was so impressive that there was essentially no point to play him in Pittsburgh this weekend.

Multiple reports painted a picture of Mayfield excelling against Pittsburgh’s defense,...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers All‑Pro safety Antoine Winfield Jr. was absent from practice due to a lower‑leg issue, as revealed by head coach Todd Bowles Wednesday. Bowles did not elaborate on the severity of the injury or whether it would affect Winfield’s availability for upcoming preseason games.

However, if it is of any comfort, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that it doesn’t seem like it’ll be enough to keep Tampa Bay’s stud safety on the sidelines come the season opener.

Winfield, entering his sixth NFL season, has been a cornerstone of the Bucs’ secondary. Despite a 2024 marred by a...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made two roster moves ahead of their second preseason game this week.

First, the team has signed former Falcons running back Jase McClellan, a 2024 sixth-round pick of Atlanta. McClellan’s addition to the roster provides depth at the running back position as the Bucs saw running back Rachaad White leave the game Saturday night due to a groin injury against the Titans.

In another move, the Bucs have signed undrafted rookie cornerback JayVian Farr from Augustana University per Greg Auman of Fox News. Farr, who previously participated as a tryout player during rookie minicamp, impressed...

In a standout performance over this past weekend’s preseason action, Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie linebacker Nick Jackson emerged as the only NFL player across the entire slate of preseason games to record both a sack and an interception.

Greg Auman of Fox Sports noted the feat earlier Sunday.

Officially, with all the games in the books for the weekend, we can now say he was the lone player with such an accomplishment.

Jackson’s breakout performance serves as a promising glimpse of what the Bucs may have in store at linebacker. His ability to contribute on both pass rush and coverage...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rolled to a 29–7 victory over the Tennessee Titans in their Preseason Week 1 opener at Raymond James Stadium. The Bucs were carried by strong performances from quarterback Kyle Trask and running back Owen Wright while the defense forced three turnovers.

Below are some of the top stats with highlights from tonight’s game.

Tampa Bay:

• QB Kyle Trask went 12-of-16 for 129 yards, no touchdowns or interceptions.
• RBs Owen Wright and Sean Tucker each found the end zone: Wright rushed for 87 yards and 1 TD, Tucker added 50 yards and 1 TD. -...

In Friday night’s preseason opener at Raymond James Stadium, quarterback Kyle Trask steered the Buccaneers’ offense early in the absence of starters Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans and others.

Trask finished his night 12-for-16 for 129 yards and connected with rookie standout Emeka Egbuka on a 21-yard gain — his first career reception and just missed him along the sideline for a potential touchdown on their opening drive, signaling promise in his NFL debut. Egbuka, the Bucs’ 2025 first-round pick, flashed dynamic route-running and good concentration on his lone catch.

Meanwhile, wideout Ryan Miller, fighting to secure a roster spot, helped...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are back on the field tonight as they open their preseason at home against the Tennessee Titans.

Rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka looks to be making his debut tonight among other new Bucs. Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard will also make his debut as the Tampa Bay play caller.

What are some things you’ll be looking for tonight? Sound off below!

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka is turning heads in his first NFL training camp, drawing rave reviews from coaches and teammates thus far.

The former Ohio State star has quickly adapted, showcasing a blend of athleticism and intelligence that’s rare for a first-year player.

Head coach Todd Bowles has been particularly impressed, noting Egbuka’s exceptional football IQ.

“His football IQ is far beyond a guy coming out of college,” Bowles said. “It shows up as far as leverage, when he’s being doubled, when he has to stop, when he has to break a route off, when he...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers today signed quarterback Teddy Bridgewater.

Bridgewater (6-2, 215) has appeared in 79 career games, making 65 starts, across 10 NFL seasons with the Minnesota Vikings (2014–17), New Orleans Saints (2018–19), Carolina Panthers (2020), Denver Broncos (2021), Miami Dolphins (2022) and Detroit Lions (2023–24). He has completed 1,372-of-2,067 career pass attempts (66.4%) for 15,120 yards and 75 touchdowns to earn a passer rating of 90.5, while adding 856 rushing yards and 11 rushing touchdowns. A Pro Bowl selection in 2015, Bridgewater owns a 33-32 career record as a starter.

Originally selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the...