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.
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