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FILE - New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith (81) takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Foxborough, Mass., Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Smith wasn’t looking for a fresh start as much as a place to burnish his reputation as one of the league’s top tight ends when he left the Tennessee Titans and signed with the New England Patriots prior to last season. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
Patriots tight end Smith poised to have bounce back season

By Kyle Hightower Jul. 29, 2022 02:28 PM EDT

FILE - New England Patriots' Logan Ryan signals a safety during the team's NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Foxborough, Mass. Monday, Dec. 12, 2016. Ryan won a pair of Super Bowls in New England playing with Tom Brady, picked Brady's final pass with the Patriots for a touchdown and has reunited with him on the Buccaneers. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)
Reunited with Tom Brady, Logan Ryan has clear goal in Tampa

By Rob Maaddi Jul. 29, 2022 11:29 AM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady waves to the fans during an NFL football training camp practice Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tom Brady is back, but he's hardly the only story for Bucs

By Fred Goodall Jul. 27, 2022 06:20 PM EDT

Julio Jones excited to join Buccaneers, Brady on 1-year deal

By Fred Goodall Jul. 27, 2022 02:24 PM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Julio Jones is the latest high-profile veteran to join forces with Tom Brady in pursuit of a Super Bowl ring. The Tampa Bay...

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

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) runs with the ball during an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. Four-time All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement again, Tuesday, June 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Rob Gronkowski retires, won't join Tom Brady for 3rd season

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 21, 2022 03:15 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) warms up during practice at the NFL football team's practice facility Thursday, June 2, 2022, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Raiders say system changes don't make them 'Patriots West'

By W.g. Ramirez Jun. 09, 2022 05:22 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) claps as he walks with Ryan Griffin (4) and Blaine Gabbert (11) during an NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Brady, Buccaneers back on practice field, preparing to win

By Fred Goodall Jun. 09, 2022 04:41 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller catches a pass during practice at the NFL football team's practice facility Thursday, June 2, 2022, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher)
McDaniels remains patient as Carr, offense learn new system

By W.g. Ramirez Jun. 07, 2022 06:07 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans wave flags before the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 29, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Buccaneers add 8 prospects to Tom Brady's supporting cast

By Fred Goodall Apr. 30, 2022 09:15 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks fan Wallace Watts dances during the third day of the NFL draft Saturday, April 30, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Draft Day 3: Kickers and running backs take NFL spotlight

By Barry Wilner Apr. 30, 2022 02:21 PM 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

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...

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. He said Sunday, March 13, 2022, he is returning to the Buccaneers for his 23rd season in the NFL. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio, File)
Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 13, 2022 07:39 PM EDT

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

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) celebrates with his family after winning the NFL Super Bowl 56 football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Analysis: Built to win now, Rams deliver a Super Bowl title

By Rob Maaddi Feb. 14, 2022 03:46 AM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass over Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker Ben Niemann (56) during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)
Polian's book a behind-the-scenes look at building teams

By The Associated Press Feb. 06, 2022 07:03 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce walks off the field after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Historic day for comebacks on conference championship Sunday

By Josh Dubow Feb. 02, 2022 02:51 AM EST