Buccaneers extend Vita Vea's contract through 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:02 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Buccaneers announced a one-year contract extension for defensive lineman Vita Vea on August 20, 2026. The deal, reportedly marked by trade requests and training camp disputes, secures Vea through at least the 2027 season with $30 million in new money. General Manager Jason Licht praised Vea's leadership and impact on the team, emphasizing his importance in building a winning culture. Vea, selected 12th overall in the 2018 draft, has played 112 games and recorded 35 sacks in his career.
- •Vita Vea extends his contract with the Buccaneers until at least 2027.
- •He received $30 million in new money as part of the deal.
- •Vea has made 112 appearances with 107 starts since being drafted in 2018.
- •He ranks eighth in franchise history with 35 sacks.
- •General Manager Jason Licht highlighted Vea's leadership and pivotal role in the team.
- 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Jason Licht: Vita Vea is the type of player and person we want to build around
"The Buccaneers announced the one-year extension for defensive lineman Vita Vea on Wednesday.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 11:35 AMWhat channel is Steelers vs Buccaneers on? How to watch Week 6 game
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 10:31 AMMike Evans Injury Update: 49ers WR’s Week 6 Status Revealed
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 9:46 AMLions schedule: Is Detroit playing today?
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 8:01 AMCowboys defender fined $11K for facemask grab vs Buccaneers
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 6:26 AM‘He’s So Right,’ ‘Give Him a Lifetime Contract’ — NFL Fans Agree With 49ers DC Raheem Morris’ Brutally Honest Take on HC Job
NFL•Oct 18, 2026, 5:19 AMSteelers Offense Must Win Battle of Trenches in Week 6 Against Buccaneers