NFL penalizes Bucs for excessive physicality in offseason practice

The NFL has penalized the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by taking away one offseason workout due to excessive physicality in recent practices. Coach Todd Bowles acknowledged that the team had too many players on the ground during organized team activities, where contact is limited. The Bucs aimed to increase their toughness after a disappointing 2025 season and expressed satisfaction with the newfound intensity. Despite the penalty, players like Kenneth Gainwell and Jacob Parrish affirmed that this mentality is essential as they prepare for the upcoming season. Bowles emphasized the importance of integrating new, tougher players into the team's practice culture.

• 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — NFL docks Bucs an offseason workout for being too physical in practice