Carlton Davis
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Robert Hainsey (70) gets ready to snap the ball to quarterback Kyle Trask (2) against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/)
Thompson throws for 218 yards, Dolphins hold off Bucs 26-24

By Fred Goodall Aug. 13, 2022 11:12 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Tom Brady plays during an NFL football game in Philadelphia, Pa., on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021. Brady cited “unfinished business” as one of the reasons for ending a brief retirement, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remain committed to surrounding the seven-time Super Bowl champion with everything he needs to win an eighth ring. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
Brady-led Buccaneers 're-loading' with lofty expectations

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 11:36 AM EDT

Houston defensive lineman Logan Hall speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Friday, March 4, 2022. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Bucs draft DT Logan Hall, G Luke Goedeke, RB Rachaad White

By Fred Goodall Apr. 29, 2022 08:33 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady smiles as he arrives for an NFL football news conference for new head coach Todd Bowles Thursday, March 31, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
With Brady back, Buccaneers look to bolster depth in draft

By Fred Goodall Apr. 22, 2022 06:51 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) is interviewed on the field after the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. Thanks to Tom Brady’s return, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren’t looking for any quick fixes in the NFL draft. The seven-time Super Bowl champion’s decision to end his brief retirement not only resolved the team’s quarterback situation, but also helped general manager Jason Licht retain most of a solid core of talent around Brady. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, FIle)
Buccaneers aim to bolster depth, build for future in draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:32 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver (14) of the runs off the field after warming up before an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis)
WR Godwin signs deal, happy about Bucs other offseason moves

By Fred Goodall Mar. 21, 2022 05:46 PM EDT

Bucs re-sign CB Carlton Davis to 3-year, $45 million deal

By Fred Goodall Mar. 16, 2022 04:12 PM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Carlton Davis weighed his options, then followed his heart. It helped that Tom Brady decided to return to Tampa Bay last weekend,...

Brady's call seals Jensen's decision to stay with Buccaneers

By Fred Goodall Mar. 15, 2022 06:02 PM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Pro Bowl center Ryan Jensen was simultaneously celebrating his daughter’s birthday and contemplating his future in the NFL when he got a phone...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Replacing Brady not only challenge Bucs face in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 04:58 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians watches play against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of an NFL wild-card football game Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Buccaneers exploring options for successor to Tom Brady

By Fred Goodall Feb. 01, 2022 05:33 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) tries to fire up the team during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
With or without Brady, Bucs roster will have different look

By Fred Goodall Jan. 24, 2022 05:11 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (23) slips a tackle by Tampa Bay Buccaneers free safety Jordan Whitehead (33) during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Gay's 30-yard FG lifts Rams over Brady, Buccaneers 30-27

By Fred Goodall Jan. 23, 2022 06:46 PM EST

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers pitches to Aaron Jones during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Packers hoping homefield is to their advantage this year

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 13, 2022 06:49 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) waves to fans after the team defeated the Carolina Panthers during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Arians believes Brady is NFL MVP, and it's not a close race

By Fred Goodall Jan. 10, 2022 07:21 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) dives for a first down against the Buffalo Bills during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
SB champions show there's plenty of room for improvement

By Fred Goodall Dec. 13, 2021 08:18 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians speaks with an official during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Brady, SB champ Bucs aiming for playoff home-field advantage

By Fred Goodall Dec. 06, 2021 05:48 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers nose tackle Vita Vea (50) sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Dynamic duo: Brady, Gronk lead Bucs past Falcons 30-17

By Paul Newberry Dec. 05, 2021 04:16 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Pierre Desir (29) reacts after making an interception to end the game against the Indianapolis Colts in an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Brady, Buccaneers look to sweep season series with Falcons

By The Associated Press Dec. 02, 2021 01:48 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers nose tackle Steve McLendon (96) celebrates with free safety Jordan Whitehead (33) after intercepting a pass by New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Indy hoping for better results as Brady brings Bucs to town

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2021 02:36 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) eludes New York Giants inside linebacker Tae Crowder (48) on a run during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Brady, SB champions shift attention to solving road woes

By Fred Goodall Nov. 23, 2021 06:17 PM EST