Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NFC South | 9-8-0
Avg PTS
20.47
Rank: 20th
Avg Yds
339.32
Rank: 21st
Avg PYds
248.95
Rank: 11th
Avg RYds
90.37
Rank: 30th
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Posted 7/17/2024 2:02 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield finished in a tie with Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell in 2023 for the most batted passes in the league with 20, according to Pro Football Reference. Mayfield finished fifth in batted passes with 16 during the 2022 season despite only playing in 12 games.
Huddle Up: The 2023 season saw Mayfield make some progress in avoiding batted passes, as he went from one batted pass every 21 attempts to one every 28.3 attempts. The fact that Mayfield is a shorter quarterback (6-foot-1) does not help matters, especially considering he does not throw off his toes like Drew Brees. Mayfield is a difficult projection for fantasy in 2024, as he likely owes a lot of credit for his career turnaround to former offensive coordinator Dave Canales, who left to take the head coaching job with the Carolina Panthers. As such, he should be considered a middling QB2 option in fantasy.
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Posted 7/12/2024 7:44 pm GMT
Debbie Buccaneers RB Rachaad White ranked sixth in the league during the 2023 season with 594 yards before contact, but his 2.2 yards before contact was tied for the 19th-lowest mark among 48 qualified rushers, according to Pro Football Reference.
Huddle Up: To put the 594 yards before contact in some perspective, Christian McCaffrey had 259 more yards before contact on the same number of carries (272). White has not been good at creating yards after contact in the NFL (1.3 in 2022 and 1.5 in 2023) and was not particularly good at it in college, so he needs help from his line and the scheme. Fortunately, he might be getting that help this year in the form of first-round pick Graham Barton, who is expected to start at center right away. On the downside, White will have legitimate competition for work this year in rookie Bucky Irving. The presence of Irving figures to make White much more of a hit-or-miss proposition this year than he was in 2023.
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Posted 7/09/2024 9:07 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Rachaad White said he wants to post well over 1,000 rushing yards this upcoming season. He rushed for 990 yards in 2023.
Huddle Up: White will continue to be the main running back for the Buccaneers and should be a significant part of the offense in 2024. He should be considered a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues.
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Posted 7/07/2024 7:08 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Rachaad White will have "no real competition at training camp," according to Jason Kanno of Bucs Wire on Sunday, July 7.
Huddle Up: White was a fantastic RB1 option in PPR formats last season due to volume and a strong target share. Though rookie Bucky Irving may spell him at times, White is still a fringe RB1 option for managers given the likelihood of another high-volume season.
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Posted 7/05/2024 4:46 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin is expected to see more work in the slot after moving outside in 2023, according to sources Friday, July 5.
Huddle Up: Godwin saw a 37.4% slot rate in 2023, according to Pro Football Focus, which was much lower than his 68.1% average rate over the four seasons prior to that. Even coming off a 91-1109-3 season in 2023, getting more snaps in the slot should result in more consistent production. Fantasy managers should considering Godwin a WR2 option, but his ceiling is limited due to a lack of touchdown upside.
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Posted 6/22/2024 11:20 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Trey Palmer was projected as a starter in 11-personnel, according to Bucs Wire.
Huddle Up: The sixth-round pick posted a 39-385-3 line during his rookie season. He doesn't have much value for fantasy right now, but he should be someone to watch as a flier during the preseason.
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Posted 5/07/2024 11:34 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin will be used primarily as a slot receiver in offensive coordinator Liam Coen's scheme, according to wide receivers coach Bryan McClendon.
Huddle Up: Godwin was used as an outside receiver last season but will return to the slot where he has had success in the pass. He will continue to be a big part of the passing game for the Bucs and can be a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.
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Posted 5/05/2024 1:39 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan could be a "true No. 3 receiver" this season with the offense expected to feature more three-receiver sets under offensive coordinator Liam Coen, according to Jenna Laine of ESPN.com.
Huddle Up: McMillan's production will likely be inconsistent as long as Mike Evans and Chris Godwin are both healthy, but he could be worth stashing in deeper leagues. With Godwin hitting free agency after this year, McMillan has even more appeal in dynasty formats.
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Posted 4/27/2024 5:28 pm GMT
Oregon RB Bucky Irving was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 125th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: Irving probably will be the main backup behind Rachaad White and likely will see a handful of touches in each game. He can be a handcuff to White in drafts or a late round pick that could be a possible flex option depending on the matchup.
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Posted 4/27/2024 2:51 am GMT
Washington WR Jalen McMillan was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 92nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: McMillan probably won't make a big splash as a rookie with Chris Godwin and Mike Evans already in the mix, but he should see time in the slot early while he grows into a bigger role. For now, McMillan is a more appealing option in dynasty formats.
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Posted 3/10/2024 10:06 pm GMT
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield have agreed to terms on a three-year deal worth up to $115 million that includes $50 million guaranteed, per sources on Sunday, March 10.
Huddle Up: After reviving his career with the Buccaneers in 2024, Mayfield will remain in Tampa Bay, which was always the most likely scenario. The former No. 1 overall pick will enter next season as a solid QB2.
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Posted 3/08/2024 10:27 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans said he is extremely confident that impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield will re-sign with the Buccaneers this offseason.
Huddle Up: The Buccaneers still have a few days to talk with Mayfield before other teams can start checking in with him, so fantasy players should monitor the situation. He played well this past season but probably will only be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in 2024.
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Posted 3/04/2024 10:04 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield is a player the New England Patriots will be interested in once free agency begins, but the Patriots seem to be a long shot to sign Mayfield.
Huddle Up: Mayfield will receive interest from multiple teams if he hits the market and will likely will for play for playoff contender. The Patriots likely will look for a quarterback in both free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft, but their starter probably will only be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback. Mayfield probably will also be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback wherever he signs.
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Posted 3/04/2024 2:24 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Mike Evans agreed to a two-year, $52 million contract Monday, March 4. The deal includes $35 million guaranteed.
Huddle Up: Evans had a renaissance and was the WR7 in PPR leagues last year with 13 touchdowns. He turns 31 in August and will be risky as anything more than a good WR2 with some regression expected.
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Posted 3/02/2024 10:22 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Mike Evans is not expected to be a target for the Houston Texans if he hits the free-agent market, according to sources.
Huddle Up: The Texans have Nico Collins and Tank Dell as their main receivers and probably will not look to make a big splash at the position. Evans should receive interest from multiple teams if he tests the market and should be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues.
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Posted 3/02/2024 6:08 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield is expected to be a target of the Atlanta Falcons in free agency if the team can't acquire Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields in a trade, per sources on Saturday, March 2.
Huddle Up: Mayfield revived his career with the Buccaneers in 2023 and should garner interest from QB-needy teams if he doesn't return to Tampa Bay. He makes a ton of sense for Atlanta, a team that has a major question mark under center ahead of next season. Mayfield should be viewed as a QB2 entering 2024.
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Posted 3/02/2024 12:08 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Mike Evans is still talking with the Buccaneers about a new contract but plans to test the free-agent market before he signs a contract, according to sources.
Huddle Up: Evans likely will receive interest from multiple teams if he hits the free-agent market, so fantasy players will need to monitor the situation. He will be a starter no matter where he signs this offseason and will be a weekly option in all fantasy leagues.
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Posted 3/01/2024 3:52 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield could have the Atlanta Falcons as a dark horse option to sign him.
Huddle Up: Mayfield had a resurgent season last year and was on the apex of QB1/QB2 thanks to significant injuries at the position. He'll be a QB2/matchup play wherever he signs.
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Posted 2/27/2024 8:41 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans is due to become an unrestricted free agent at the start of the new league year next month, but general manager Jason Licht made it clear on Tuesday, Feb. 27, that the team is "going to do whatever we can to make sure he's a Buc."
Huddle Up: With the league recently announcing the salary cap will take a $30 million hike in 2024, it certainly should increase Tampa Bay's chances of retaining the only receiver ever to begin his career with 10 straight 1,000-yard seasons. However, the change at offensive coordinator from Dave Canales to Liam Coen may result in a slight hit to his fantasy stock next season - assuming he is re-signed.
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Posted 2/23/2024 4:45 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield has had preliminary talks with the team about a new contract, according to sources Friday, Feb. 23. Mayfield is slated to be an unrestricted free agent when the new league year begins in March.
Huddle Up: Mayfield averaged 16.1 fantasy points per game and finished a week as a QB1 in eight of his games during the 2023 season. His best fit likely is returning to the Bucs on a new deal where he would be viewed as a high-end QB2 option for fantasy.
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Posted 2/20/2024 4:41 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield won't receive the franchise tag from the team as they plan to use it on S Antoine Winfield Jr.
Huddle Up: Mayfield finished as the QB12 on the season, but there were an abundance of injuries this year. He's a midrange QB2 that can be used in good matchups.
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Posted 2/19/2024 4:19 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and the team remain far apart in contract negotiations Monday, Feb. 19, where there's a soft deadline to get a deal done. The Buccaneers will incur $7.4 million in dead money if a deal isn't struck Monday, and Evans is leaning toward free agency.
Huddle Up: Evans was the WR7 in PPR leagues at age 30. He'll be a good WR2 target with some regression expected in 2024.
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Posted 2/19/2024 12:26 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield is expected to be a candidate for the franchise tag this offseason.
Huddle Up: The Buccaneers have multiple options for the tag, but Mayfield may be the biggest candidate for the tag if the two sides are not able to reach a long-term agreement. He is coming off a very good season but probably will be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in 2024.
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Posted 2/08/2024 11:49 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield said that the Buccaneers will be the leading candidate to sign him this offseason.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation to see if Mayfield signs a new deal with the Buccaneers. He played well this past season but probably will be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in most leagues in 2024.
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Posted 2/06/2024 7:11 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin is expected to play much more often in the slot in 2024, according to comments made by new offensive coordinator Liam Coen.
Huddle Up: While a return to the slot on more of a full-time basis does not mean Godwin should be expected to return to push for 100 catches again, it also does not rule it out. Coen is a product of the Sean McVay coaching tree and has seen his share of primary slot receivers have career years in that offense (Wan'Dale Robinson at Kentucky and Cooper Kupp, to name a couple). A more slot-heavy role should allow Godwin to be much more consistently productive in 2024, so he should be viewed as a high-upside WR3 at worst for now.
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Posted 2/03/2024 3:50 am GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Mike Evans is expected to land a contract that pays between $25 to $30 million a year, according to reports.
Huddle Up: Evans has been the model of consistency throughout his career, topping 1,000 yards in each of his 10 seasons. He has 94 touchdowns in that span, scoring 13 or more times in three of the last four years. Wherever he plays in 2024, Evans should be the No. 1 option and a WR1 candidate for fantasy owners.
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Posted 1/21/2024 6:57 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent QB Baker Mayfield is interested in re-signing with the Buccaneers this offseason, and the team would like to keep him. Mayfield could be a candidate for the franchise tag if the two sides are not able to reach a long-term deal.
Huddle Up: Mayfield has been playing very well over the last month and probably will remain with the Buccaneers for at least one more season. He likely will be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in leagues next season but could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.
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Posted 1/19/2024 10:20 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (ankle, ribs) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 19, and is not on the injury report for the Divisional Round playoff game.
Huddle Up: Mayfield played very well during the Wild Card playoff game and will look to have similar success this week. He can be considered a low-end No. 1 quarterback in fantasy leagues.
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Posted 1/19/2024 10:00 pm GMT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin (knee, personal) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 19, but is not on the injury report for the Divisional Round playoff game.
Huddle Up: Godwin should be able to handle his normal workload despite not doing much during practice this week. Fantasy players can check the inactive list for his official status, but he should be a starting option in all leagues.
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