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USA Today
5 days ago
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- USA Today
Cody Mauch on Bucs: 'Can't imagine there is a better OL room anywhere else'
The Bucs offensive line is not talked about as one of the best offensive lines in the NFL nearly as much as it should be. When you have the only player to be elected to the All-Pro team as both a left and right tackle, Tristan Wirfs, it elevates the group as a whole. Speaking with the media on Wednesday, starting guard Cody Mauch took the respect for his offensive line to a new level by offering up some praise to the unit as a whole. Mauch explained, "I don't have anything else to compare it to in the NFL cause I've only been here, but I can't imagine there's a better offensive line room anywhere else. Every single year we've been here, it's such a great group of guys. It doesn't really feel like you're coming into work, it just feels like you're coming to hang out with your buddies. Obviously, we're working, we're grinding here. It is a lot more fun when you enjoy the people that you're with. I wouldn't want to play with anybody else than these o-linemen." The Bucs drafted Mauch in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of North Dakota State. He was a part of the Senior Bowl that year, and he thrived in one-on-ones in Mobile, which helped his case in getting the attention of the NFL. Mauch, along with Luke Goedeke, is one of the few players without financial stability along the offensive line. He has gotten better each season so he should be on his way to an extension sooner rather than later.
USA Today
5 days ago
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- USA Today
Former Iowa football great, Buccaneers OT to open season on PUP list
Tristan Wirfs is one of the best offensive linemen in the entire NFL. But football fans will have to wait a little while before they see him take the field. On Tuesday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced that the two-time All-Pro tackle would open the season on the physically unable to perform list (PUP for short). Wirfs is dealing with a right knee injury at the moment and is joined on the PUP list by his teammate and former Penn State Nittany Lion Chris Godwin, who is recovering from a dislocated ankle. ESPN's Jenna Laine dove deeper into the Wirfs injury news and how it evolved from Wirfs missing minicamp for precautionary reasons to him landing on the PUP list. Wirfs was held out of mandatory minicamp in June and stood on the sidelines wearing a heavy brace on his right knee. At the time, coach Todd Bowles indicated he was being held out for "precautionary" reasons. But he wound up undergoing arthroscopic surgery in July, which is when more damage was detected. Early indications are that Wirfs will "likely" miss the start of the regular season, sources told ESPN earlier this month. -Laine. It's a tough blow for Wirfs and the Buccaneers, who are the favorites to win the NFC South once again. Wirfs is the only player in NFL history to be named an All-Pro at both left and right tackle and was set to block Baker Mayfield's blindside this season. While it sounds like the injury won't keep him out too long, it's a shame that Wirfs will likely miss the start of the regular season with it. Wirfs was a fan favorite at Iowa, and Hawkeye fans are wishing him a speedy recovery as we get closer and closer to the 2025 season kicking off. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Zach on X: @zach_hiney
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
The Buccaneers are investigating offensive linemen
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers received some bad news when they found out star left tackle Tristan Wirfs would be missing the season's debut, and potentially a decent chunk of time after that. Wirfs' inability to play will be leaving the Bucs with genuinely gigantic shoes to fill. The in-house next man up is Charlie Heck, resident swing tackle. Heck was signed earlier this offseason to fill the role filled by Justin Skule for the last two years. Tampa Bay appeared to be all systems go with Charlie Heck until reports surfaced today, that perhaps the team is lacking complete and utter confidence in their backup swing tackle— Bringing in George Fant, a veteran tackle, for a workout. Fant is an interesting potential pickup for Tampa. He has played in 69 career games for three separate franchises, giving him experience, if nothing else. Tristan Wirfs is arguably the team's best individual player on any given Sunday and the Buccaneers have no chance of replacing him with anyone who is already on their roster or currently on the free agent market to be added. For the Buccaneers, the key will not be replacing Wirfs, rather finding a way trend water and manage the situation until he returns. Would George Fant help Tampa stay afloat? For more Bucs coverage check us out here: @Will_Walsh_NFL(X) @Bucs_Nation(X) @Will_Walsh_NFL(YouTube) More from Watch Charles Sims break ten ankles on one play Jameis Winston beats down Falcons defense Revenge for Mike Smith and Dirk Koetter? Watch: Winston and Evans are destroying the Falcons Jacquies Smith leaves Falcons game with knee injury Watch Jameis Winston's beautiful touchdown throw to Austin Seferian-Jenkins Buccaneers lead NFC South after one week
NBC Sports
6 days ago
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- NBC Sports
Bucs put Chris Godwin, Tristan Wirfs on PUP list
Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin and left tackle Tristan Wirfs are officially on the team's physically unable to perform list. Neither player was expected to be ready for training camp and the Bucs announced the roster moves involving the players on Tuesday. Godwin is recovering from last season's dislocated ankle and Wirfs recently had knee surgery. Neither player is sure to be available at the start of the regular season and further updates will come as camp unfolds. The Bucs also placed offensive tackle Silas Dzansi, guard Sua Opeta and quarterback Michael Pratt on the PUP list. Linebacker Anthony Walker is on the non-football injury list and defensive tackle Desmond Watson is on the non-football illness list. All seven players are eligible to be activated at any point, but they will not practice until they come off of their respective lists.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
Buccaneers Place 6 Players in NFL's Top 100
Buccaneers Place 6 Players in NFL's Top 100 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht has been the model of consistency over the past few seasons, continuously adding key pieces of the roster through his drafts. Advertisement It all came to a head with the franchise's second Super Bowl after the 2020 season with legendary quarterback Tom Brady at the helm. But recent drafts have been just as kind to Licht and the Bucs, who have placed six players on Pro Football & Sports Network's top 100 ahead of the 2025 season. No. 29 Tristan Wirfs | OT | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Wirfs allowed just 12 pressures all season, ranking fourth among tackles with at least 200 pass-rush snaps, and he didn't surrender a single sack. He also gave up just one quarterback hit (seventh) and 11 hurries (13th), providing a clean pocket for Baker Mayfield and stability for the Buccaneers' high-powered offense. Advertisement Wirfs will miss the start of the 2025 season due to an arthroscopic knee surgery he underwent this offseason. That's a big loss, as the All-Pro is one of the most valuable offensive linemen in the league." No. 44 YaYa Diaby | EDGE | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Diaby started all 17 games for the Buccaneers, recording 54 total tackles, a notable increase from his 38 tackles in 2023. He also posted 13 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks. Even though his sack numbers dipped in an increased role, he was still effective as a pass rusher. Advertisement "Diaby's 65 pressures ranked seventh among all edge rushers, and his 15.3% pressure rate finished 12th. He also impacted the run game, posting 41 defensive stops (third). He's been highly disruptive in spurts, but Year 3 could be when he puts it all together." No. 46. Baker Mayfield | QB | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Baker Mayfield is coming off the best season of his career, finishing sixth in QB+ on the year. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback threw for 4,500 yards (third in NFL) and tied for second with 41 touchdown passes. Mayfield's advanced metrics also pass the test. He posted a 79.2% adjusted completion rate, 8.0 yards per pass attempt, and a +0.187 EPA per dropback, ranking fourth in each category. Advertisement "He had some highs and lows (16 interceptions), but proved the Bucs right for giving him a long-term deal last offseason." No. 48 Lavonte David | LB | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Lavonte David is 35 years old, but he's been one of the league's most consistent inside linebackers throughout his career. He produced another strong showing in 2024, starting all 17 games, and racking up 122 tackles, nine tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and an interception. Advertisement "David's all-around impact shows up against the pass and the run. His 29 pressures ranked fourth among all linebackers, and he generated 0.46 pressures per snap (third in NFL). He also recorded 57 defensive stops, which ranked seventh." No. 54 Mike Evans | WR | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Evans extended his streak of consecutive 1,000-yard seasons to 11, matching Hall of Famer Jerry Rice. His 2.52 yards per route ranked fifth among all wide receivers, and he posted a strong 63.2% contested catch rate (16th). Evans is heading into his age-32 season, but he's showing no signs of decline. Advertisement "The presence of a healthy Chris Godwin, Jalen McMillan, and rookie Emeka Egbuka may reduce his target share, but his unique role as a high-point specialist and red-zone threat could preserve his top-tier production." No. 56 Antoine Winfield Jr. | S | Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Antoine Winfield Jr. put together a phenomenal 2023 campaign, setting career highs across the board and earning his first All-Pro selection. In comparison, his 2024 season was underwhelming. Injuries held him to just nine games, and he finished with 60 tackles, three pass breakups, and zero interceptions." Related: Is Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield A Top 10 QB? This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
