Vita Vea's Future With Bucs Takes Surprising Turn After Trade Request
Vita Vea's future with the Buccaneers has taken a surprising turn as contract talks continue after the star DT requested a trade.
At the beginning of Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp, defensive tackle Vita Vea requested a trade, sparking significant NFL buzz. Multiple teams were reportedly inquiring about his availability. However, ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed on Wednesday's Pat McAfee Show that Vea is now aiming to reach a new deal with the Bucs. Schefter mentioned a shift in perspective, describing the situation as transitioning from pessimism to potential optimism, and from Vea desiring a trade to him attempting to secure a new contract.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler later reported that Vea intends to skip Bucs practices until he receives a new extension. Despite the ongoing impasse, Vea's significant market value—around $31.5 million as per Spotrac—remains a contentious point, with his 2026 salary currently set at approximately $18 million.
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