Bucs Target Arnold Ebiketie, Sheldon Rankins, Quincy Williams

0:00It's March 8th for the NFL. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head into free agency with big defensive needs to fix before next season. Their pass rush has struggled for years. The interior line might lose key players and inside linebacker could see changes with possible retirement, looming. The team plans to mix better in signings with the upcoming draft to build a stronger unit for 2026. A top target on the edge is Arnold Evaketti, a 27-year-old from Atlanta, who's posted six sacks in each of the past two full seasons. His role shrank this year after the Falcons drafted new talent, dropping him to just two sacks, but he's still a reliable starter at a reasonable price. Spot track season landing a three-year deal worth $27 million, or $9 million per year on average. Inside, the line looks solid with VitaVaya and Kalija Canci, but free agents Logan Hall and Greg Gaines might depart.

1:00Sheldon Rankins, who helped Houston's top defense last year, fits as a low risk ad. At 32, he's productive and projected for a one-year pact around $7.5 million, buying time while young guys develop. Linebacker stands out as a huge priority too, especially if LaBonte David steps away. Quincy Williams from the Jets, brother of Dallas star Quentin Williams, brings speed and disruption with 12.5 career sacks, a shoulder injury hurt his latest season, but prior years showed elite play, and a short-term deal in the $7.8 million range could be a steal. Overall, the bucks aim to be smart and aggressive, avoiding big splashes for affordable pieces that pair well with draft picks. Their defense got exposed too often last year, and filling these gaps could turn things around fast. DNN is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Press play, put your head down, the sound is already there. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com.