Bucs Snag Trotter, Hurst; Trade Up for Day 3

0:00On April 25, Day 2 of the NFL Draft is done for the Buccaneers, and they snagged two key players while grabbing an extra pick for Day 3. First up, they took Linebacker Josiah Trotter from Missouri at the 46th spot in Round 2, filling a big defensive need after their pass rusher. Grab on Night 1. Trotter, son of ex NFL star Jeremiah Trotter, brings serious blitzing skills and run-stopping power that Todd Bulls will love. He's got high upside, but coverage and tackling need work, making him a bit of a project pick over some safer options. Then in Round 3, they traded down from the 77th spot with Green Bay, picking up an extra 5th rounder at the 160th. Overall, before selecting why receiver Ted Hurst from Georgia State at 84th overall. At 6 feet 4 and 206 pounds, Hurst is that big ex receiver they missed since Mike Evans left with great ball skills and deep threat. Juice. Fans and analysts see Hurst as an immediate contributor to boost the receiver room while Trotter gets a solid B-grade for long-term potential.

1:06The trade adds flexibility with their 5-day 3 picks now. Bucks look primed to wheel and deal tomorrow, maybe climbing for a target they covet, setting up a strong draft haul overall. Stay locked in with NFL news today, AI-powered updates.