The Tampa Bay Buccaneers opened their first set of organized team activities on Tuesday, and there was a lot to take in.
The Bucs actually had a decent turnout of veterans who showed up even though they were under no obligation to do so. It speaks to how motivated this Bucs team is after yet another early playoff exit, despite a fourth straight NFC South division title.
Some notable names that were seen at practice include Baker Mayfield, Antoine Winfield Jr., Yaya Diaby, and Calijah Kancey. Having that many leaders on both sides of the ball sets an excellent example for the rookies that are at camp, as well as the free agents they signed, so they know what to expect.
Here are the sights and sounds from Day 1:
Just saw them at rookie minicamp a few weeks back, but undrafted Bucs like Desmond Watson (56) and Shilo Sanders (28) here at OTAs. pic.twitter.com/7Bi3IWYFUH
— Greg Auman (@gregauman) May 27, 2025
Lining up for punt returns early in Bucs practice: receivers Trey Palmer, Tez Johnson, Jalen McMillan, Kam Johnson, Emeka Egbuka …
— Greg Auman (@gregauman) May 27, 2025
Notably absent is OLB Haason Reddick, starting OTs Tristan Wirfs. T Luke Goedeke worked with a trainer on another field.Yes Baker Mayfield IS here.
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) May 27, 2025