Bucs sign safety Xavier Williams after minicamp tryout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:37 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Buccaneers announced the signing of safety Xavier Williams on August 9, 2026. Williams joined the team as a college free agent following a successful tryout at their rookie minicamp. He played at several colleges, concluding his career at the University of Cincinnati, where he recorded 39 tackles in 12 games last season. In a corresponding move, the Bucs waived cornerback Chase Lucas due to a failed physical. Lucas had played 15 games last season after spending time on practice squads with the Lions and 49ers.
- •Xavier Williams signed with the Buccaneers on August 9, 2026.
- •Williams totaled 39 tackles in 12 games last season.
- •He played at multiple colleges, finishing at Cincinnati.
- •Chase Lucas was waived after failing a physical.
- •Lucas played 15 games last season for the 49ers.
- 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs sign S Xavier Williams
"The Buccaneers signed safety Xavier Williams on Sunday, the team announced.
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