Tampa Bay Buccaneers organize practice squad following roster cuts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are finalizing their practice squad after reducing the team roster from 90 to 53 players. The franchise is eligible to sign up to 17 players to the squad, with coaching staff expected to prioritize prospects cut during the weekend roster adjustments. Among recent personnel changes, Jalon Daniels secured the backup quarterback role after competing with Jake Browning, who was released. While roster management continues, starting quarterback Baker Mayfield maintains his community involvement through the BE The Ball event. Other league news includes the Seattle Seahawks signing Leonard Williams to a long-term contract and the Tennessee Titans waiving Will Levis. The Buccaneers now prepare for the upcoming regular season using the adjusted roster depth.
- •Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster is set at 53 players.
- •Practice squad can accommodate up to 17 personnel.
- •Jalon Daniels won the backup quarterback position over Jake Browning.
- •Tennessee Titans waived Will Levis.
- •Seattle Seahawks signed Leonard Williams to a long-term contract.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tampa Bay Buccaneers news: Practice squad beginning to take shape
"The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are able to invite up to 17 players on their practice squad.
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