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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have extended the contracts of GM Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles, recognizing their leadership in building a successful team that has made the playoffs five consecutive years and won four division titles, with the team aiming for another championship.
Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht expresses confidence in 34-year-old linebacker Lavonte David, signing him to a new contract worth $9 million for the upcoming season, citing his exceptional performance and leadership as vital to the team's success. Despite his age, David continues to play at a high level and is expected to maintain his starting position for the Bucs in the coming seasons.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht called quarterback Baker Mayfield "a 10 on the prick scale" as a compliment to his toughness and leadership, to which Mayfield humorously responded, "I'll take that." Head coach Todd Bowles praised Mayfield's qualities and the team's decision to re-sign him, highlighting his impact on the team's success in the 2023 season. Mayfield, who had a standout season with the Bucs in 2023, has decided to make Tampa his permanent home as he and his wife expect their first child.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht called quarterback Baker Mayfield "a 10 on the prick scale" as a compliment to his toughness and leadership, to which Mayfield humorously responded, "I'll take that." Mayfield, who re-signed with the Bucs, had a successful season in 2023 and is praised by head coach Todd Bowles for his qualities. Mayfield and his wife have decided to make Tampa their permanent home as they expect their first child.
NFL insider Adam Schefter revealed that the re-signing of Mike Evans by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was a personal priority for both Evans and general manager Jason Licht, emphasizing their mutual desire for him to stay in Tampa. Schefter also highlighted the significance of Evans' signing for the Bucs' efforts to retain quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Mike Evans' agent, Deryk Gilmore, expressed that Evans wants to play with an elite quarterback in an offense that showcases him and be paid like a top wide receiver, emphasizing that he doesn't want to play with a rookie QB and winning a Super Bowl is a priority. This aligns with Bucs GM Jason Licht's statement that Evans likes Baker Mayfield and doesn't want to mess around with a quarterback he doesn't trust. The Evans and Mayfield camps seem to be positioning themselves as a package deal in free agency for Tampa Bay, with the franchise tag deadline approaching on March 5.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht expressed his desire to see wide receiver Mike Evans continue his career with the team and extend his streak of 1,000-yard seasons. Despite trade rumors, Evans' impressive performance this season, with team-high receiving yards and touchdowns, makes him a crucial part of the Buccaneers' plans.
Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht said he's open to using the team's top pick on a running back in the upcoming NFL draft if he feels the player is "special, special." Licht also stated that he's not opposed to drafting another quarterback later in the draft. The Bucs are set to pick 19th in the first round, and former Texas running back Bijan Robinson is the consensus top running back in this year's draft.
Football Outsiders gave the Tampa Bay Buccaneers a failing grade for improving their roster during free agency due to their limited cap space and inability to retain key defenders. However, they believe that with the team's ample resources in 2024, Bucs GM Jason Licht will have the team back on track. The Bucs received a C+ for using their resources well and an A for having a coherent plan. The team added Baker Mayfield and Chase Edmonds for relatively low costs, but their biggest expense was retaining star corner Jamel Dean.
Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht said he has no regrets about the $35.1 million salary cap hit for Tom Brady this year and the dead cap hits for other veterans they signed with the intention of winning with Brady. The Bucs won the Super Bowl in Brady's first year in Tampa Bay, had a very good team in his second year, and even in a disappointing third year, they still won the NFC South. Licht said he would do it all again and that the Bucs will pursue another Super Bowl.