Buccaneers face uncertain trade deadline amid poor start to season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, currently 1-5, may not engage in significant trades ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline. Despite low playoff probabilities, the team could be perceived as sellers but is likely to retain high-value players like Chris Godwin and Vita Vea due to unfavorable contract situations. Players such as running back Kenny Gainwell and defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson might be more viable trade candidates. Upcoming games against divisional rivals Carolina and Atlanta are critical for their playoff hopes, as a strong showing could slightly improve their chances.
- •Buccaneers stand at 1-5, outlining a difficult season.
- •Playoff chances are statistically low at 1.1%.
- •Divisional matchups against Carolina and Atlanta upcoming.
- •Chris Godwin and Vita Vea considered unlikely to be traded.
- •Potential trade candidates include Kenny Gainwell and A’Shawn Robinson.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Don’t expect an active trade deadline from the Bucs
"And that likely inactivity is part of the problem.
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