Browns consider trade interest in Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade due to contract disputes as he enters the final year of his deal. Vea's cap hit this season is significant at $22.19 million, impacting negotiations that have stalled prior to training camp. Cleveland Browns fans are assessing the potential acquisition as their team seeks to bolster its defensive line, which currently lacks depth with only one established pass rusher on the roster. GM Andrew Berry's transactions this offseason may prompt the Browns to pursue Vea if negotiations continue to falter.
- •Vita Vea is seeking a trade amid contract disputes with the Buccaneers.
- •His current cap hit for the season is $22.19 million.
- •The Browns are in need of defensive depth, having only one established pass rusher.
- •Negotiations between Vea and Tampa Bay have been ongoing since 2025.
- •Cleveland's GM Andrew Berry previously attempted to strengthen their interior defense.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Should the Browns have trade interest in Vita Vea? A complicated answer
"Buccaneers DT Vita Vea is having contract issues. Should the Cleveland Browns get involved in the trade rumors?
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