Bucs linked to veteran free agent cornerback from the AFC East
Bucs linked to veteran free agent cornerback from the AFC East
The Bucs need to do something to fix the secondary. While it has some positive pieces, it struggled in coverage last year, and as a result, it was one of the worst teams in coverage during the 2024 season.
Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox has the Bucs listed as a potential landing spot for a veteran cornerback who could be had at a value compared to his previous $21 million deal. Bills free agent cornerback Rasul Douglas could be exactly what the Bucs need this offseason to fix the secondary.
Knox explains it, writing, "Between 2021 and 2023, Douglas snagged 14 interceptions. With the Bills in 2023, he allowed an opposing passer rating of only 58.6. The 29-year-old also has a history of quickly adapting to new defensive environments. He latched on with the Green Bay Packers in 2021 and immediately made a difference. He did the same after being traded to Buffalo in 2023. Douglas would be a strong fit for a team with legitimate playoff aspirations. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who ranked 29th in passing yards allowed last season, should be interested."
Adding a veteran to a young group with the like of Tykee Smith, Zyon McCollum, and a rookie always sounds like a sound move. Whether they can attract him away from the confines of the AFC East-dominating Buffalo Bills is another thing, but never doubt Jason Licht.
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