‘Need All the Defensive Upgrades’ — NFL Analyst Floats Cowboys As Trade Destination for All-Pro LB

The Miami Dolphins’ roster transition under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has sparked extensive trade talk across the league. After parting ways with several high-profile players to restructure their salary cap, the front office faces a difficult decision regarding First-Team All-Pro linebacker Jordyn Brooks. Run a full NFL redraft where all 32 teams start from … Read more

Yaya Diaby Raises A Great Question About Bucs’ Defensive Front

Yaya Diaby has seen the Bucs make a complete overhaul to their defense on the first and second levels, especially across the defensive line. It started in free agency with the signing of defensive tackles A’Shawn Robinson and Rakeem “Nacho” Nunez-Roches along with outside linebacker Al-Quadin Muhammad. Then it continued and in the NFL Draft … Read more

Bucs Defensive Coaches Press Conference Reaction

Pewter Report and some local media had press conferences on Tuesday with defensive coaches on the Bucs’ staff. We’ll talk about the biggest takeaways from what was said by the group. The Pewter Report Podcast is presented by PrizePicks. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first … Read more

What Are The Odds That Rueben Bain Jr. Wins Defensive Rookie Of The Year?

Bucs first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr. has a legitimate opportunity this season to accomplish something that has never been done before in team history. Despite a franchise that has been built on great defensive players, the Buccaneers have never had a player that has won NFL Defensive Rookie Of The Year. Not Lee Roy Selmon. … Read more

SR’s 2026 Bucs Draft Insider – Day 3: Defensive Depth

SR’s 2026 Bucs Draft Insider is presented by Gameday Men’s Health Men – do you feel tired? Are you gaining weight despite working out… struggling with sleep, focus, or sexual performance? Did you know that 1 in 4 men over the age of 30 have low testosterone? And many men don’t even realize it – … Read more

Bucs Re-Sign High-Energy Veteran Defensive Tackle

The Bucs have brought back a familiar face to help the team’s defensive line. Pewter Report is reporting that Tampa Bay is re-signing defensive tackle Rakeem Nunez-Roches to a one-year deal. Nunez-Roches was a reserve defensive tackle with the Buccaneers from 2019-2022, helping the team win Super Bowl LV in 2020. Nicknamed “Nacho” by his … Read more

Bucs Could Make One More Defensive Free Agent Move

The Bucs have made most of their free agent moves this offseason, bringing in veteran help while re-signing key free agents. In doing so, just about all the available funds have been allocated for next season. While Tampa Bay has checked some boxes, not every problem has been solved. Given the affordable talent still available, … Read more

Who Is The Bucs Defensive X-Factor?

In a Thursday column on PewterReport.com, two Pewter Reporters will debate a topic with different viewpoints. Which Pewter Reporter wins the debate? You get to decide in the comments section below. This week’s topic: Who Is The Bucs Defensive X-Factor Going Into The 2026 Season? Point: Bucs Defense Solves A Lot Of Problems When Calijah … Read more