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Chiefs’ young depth shines in second preseason game as coaching and veterans stumble
sports1 day ago

Chiefs’ young depth shines in second preseason game as coaching and veterans stumble

In the Chiefs’ second preseason game against the Buccaneers, a wave of young players stood out: Felix Anudike-Uzomah notched the defense’s first sack, with R Mason Thomas and Mansoor Delane showing speed and versatility on defense, while Jalen Royals led Kansas City with 51 receiving yards on six targets. Cyrus Allen and Brashard Smith also flashed as potential role players, including special-teams opportunities. On the flip side, Kahlil Benson struggled on the line, Special Teams Coordinator Dave Toub faced execution issues with penalties and misses, Kristian Fulton underperformed, Ethan Hurkett looked off late, and quarterback Justin Fields drew attention for designed-running opportunities—highlighting ongoing roster battles and coaching questions heading into the regular season.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#buccaneers#chiefs#felix-anudike-uzomah
Depth on Display: Chiefs Seek Answers in Week 2 Preseason vs Buccaneers
sports3 days ago

Depth on Display: Chiefs Seek Answers in Week 2 Preseason vs Buccaneers

In Week 2 of the NFL preseason, the Chiefs visit the Buccaneers after a 20-12 loss to the Rams, with several depth-chart questions on the line: rookie Cyrus Allen targets could rise as he pushes for more looks; fifth-round running back Emmett Johnson is pushing to be the backup behind Kenneth Walker; tight end depth behind Travis Kelce—Noah Gray, Jake Briningstool, Jared Wiley and Tre Watson—will be watched for continued development; the offensive line is shorthanded due to Josh Simmons’ back injury, testing the depth beyond the starters; and rookie corner Mansoor Delane is poised for a possible pro debut as he returns to practice fully. The game kicks off at 6:30 p.m. local time in Tampa and airs on KSHB 41.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#buccaneers#chiefs#depth-chart
Chiefs-Buccaneers Preseason Clash: When to Watch and How to Stream
sports3 days ago

Chiefs-Buccaneers Preseason Clash: When to Watch and How to Stream

The Kansas City Chiefs travel to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa for the second 2026 preseason game, with a 6:30 p.m. Arrowhead Time kickoff. KC hopes to end a preseason winless streak dating to 2023 after a 20–12 loss to the Rams, while the Buccaneers opened with a 24–16 win over the Jets and expect reserve QB Jalon Daniels to play significantly again. The game will air on NFL+ (paid), with local TV on KSHB and radio in both markets; Tampa Bay is listed as a slight favorite at -5.5, and the forecast in Tampa calls for sunny skies and a high around 91 degrees.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#broadcast#buccaneers#chiefs
Chiefs Step into Pads for Day 17 of Camp Ahead of Buccaneers Showdown
sports5 days ago

Chiefs Step into Pads for Day 17 of Camp Ahead of Buccaneers Showdown

The Kansas City Chiefs held their 17th full-team training camp practice at Missouri Western State University, donning pads for the third straight day after overnight storms. With Arrowhead Pride off-site, coverage will come via local media as defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is slated to speak after practice, as the team prepares for its second preseason game Saturday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 6:30 p.m. Arrowhead time in Tampa.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#buccaneers#kansas-city-chiefs#nfl-training-camp
Bucs' Week 1 Preseason Defense: New Faces to Watch vs Jets
sports10 days ago

Bucs' Week 1 Preseason Defense: New Faces to Watch vs Jets

The Buccaneers open the 2026 preseason at the Jets with a defense-focused showcase: David Walker returns from injury and has piled up sacks, rookie DeMonte Capehart and NT Jayson Jones bolster the line, ILBs Josiah Trotter and Caden Fordham aim to prove themselves, and a set of corners—Pepe Williams, Ayden Garnes, Keionte Scott—along with safety Ifeatu Melifonwu are vying for depth behind starters as Rueben Bain’s limited involvement leaves heavier responsibility on the defense ahead of a three-game preseason slate and the regular-season opener vs. the Bengals.

via Pewter Report|
#buccaneers#defense#jets
Five Buccaneers to Watch in Friday’s Jets Preseason Opener
sports11 days ago

Five Buccaneers to Watch in Friday’s Jets Preseason Opener

The Buccaneers head to MetLife for Friday’s preseason opener against the Jets with 23 rookies on the roster and many veterans unlikely to play. Five players to watch: QB Jalon Daniels, who’s competing for the No. 3 job and has shown a live arm; CB Ayden Garnes stepping up with injuries around him; OLB David Walker, returning from ACL injury and pushing for a pass-rush role; RB Josh Williams looking to prove himself on special teams and depth; and DL DeMonte Capehart developing on the defensive line. Rueben Bain Jr. isn’t expected to play much, and the team will decide whether to carry three quarterbacks as they evaluate their young talent.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#buccaneers#nfl#preseason
sports13 days ago

Jets Face Reality Check: QB Woes Still Undermine Their Rebuild

The Jets’ offseason rebuild highlights their persistent quarterback problem as Geno Smith struggled in a joint practice with the Buccaneers—10-of-16, multiple sacks, and two interceptions—far underscoring the team’s QB instability despite a talented supporting cast. Roookie edge rusher David Bailey flashed as a breakout, the defense looked strong, and players like Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall provide hope, but without a reliable quarterback the Jets still appear unlikely playoff contenders. The Buccaneers, led by Baker Mayfield, look like legitimate contenders, while the practice also featured several on-field fights.

via FOX Sports|
#buccaneers#edge-rushers#jets
Bailey Shines in Jets-Bucs Joint Practice as Smith Struggles
sports13 days ago

Bailey Shines in Jets-Bucs Joint Practice as Smith Struggles

The Jets and Buccaneers held joint practices at MetLife Stadium ahead of their preseason opener. Second overall pick David Bailey returned from a minor ankle injury and looked like a difference maker, while quarterback Geno Smith struggled in the session. The practice was spirited and chippy, including a scary moment when Qwan’tez Stiggers collapsed and was taken off by ambulance but remained conscious. A second joint practice is scheduled the next day before Week 1 of the preseason.

via Gang Green Nation|
#buccaneers#jets#joint-practice
Mayfield Market Heats Up: Which NFL Teams Should Eye Baker for 2027
sports23 days ago

Mayfield Market Heats Up: Which NFL Teams Should Eye Baker for 2027

Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his contract and could hit the 2027 free-agent market; multiple QB-needy teams—Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, and Pittsburgh Steelers—are positioned to consider him as a long-term solution or bridge option, given his pedigree and the depth expected in the 2027 draft.

via Bleacher Report|
#baker-mayfield#buccaneers#free-agency-2027
Frustrated Mayfield Tests Bucs as Contract Talks Stall
sports24 days ago

Frustrated Mayfield Tests Bucs as Contract Talks Stall

Baker Mayfield publicly critiqued Tampa Bay after failed contract extension talks, saying the team offered a two-year deal with low guaranteed money and describing undervaluation; ESPN’s Schefter suggested a Baker-vs.-team tension, and Mayfield spoke about it on the Pat McAfee Show. He will report to training camp without stalling negotiations, leaving open the possibility of a franchise tag or 2026 free agency if no long-term deal is reached.

via Bleacher Report|
#baker-mayfield#buccaneers#contract-negotiations
Baker Mayfield's 2027 Buccaneers fate: tag, trade, or departure
sports24 days ago

Baker Mayfield's 2027 Buccaneers fate: tag, trade, or departure

If Baker Mayfield doesn’t sign a new deal with the Buccaneers after the 2026 season, Tampa Bay would hold exclusive negotiating rights into March 2027. Then Mayfield could test the market, with the franchise tag for 2027 costing about $47.7 million (and potentially requiring cap space for a tag-and-trade) or he could walk and let the market set his value. Mayfield’s camp has cited top quarterbacks earning $50M+ APY, signaling a possible big deal if he shines in 2026. If he leaves, the Bucs would need a new starter in 2027 from current backups like Jake Browning, Jalon Daniels, or Connor Bazelak. Bottom line: Mayfield’s Tampa future depends on the 2026 season and whether a large contract or a new quarterback ends up being the outcome.

via NBC Sports|
#buccaneers#contract#franchise-tag