Todd Bowles addresses Vita Vea's absence from Buccaneers minicamp
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:56 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Defensive tackle Vita Vea did not practice at Buccaneers minicamp this week as he seeks a new contract. He is entering the final year of his deal, scheduled to earn $17 million during the 2026 season. Head coach Todd Bowles stated he is not concerned about Vea's absence, emphasizing that it is part of the business. Bowles could not confirm if Vea would participate in training camp if the contract situation remains unresolved. The Buccaneers will also have to address quarterback Baker Mayfield's contract demands soon.
- •Vita Vea absent from Buccaneers minicamp due to contract negotiations.
- •Scheduled to make $17 million in 2026, facing contract uncertainty.
- •Todd Bowles expresses no concern about Vea's absence.
- •Training camp participation remains uncertain if contract issues persist.
- •Buccaneers also dealing with Baker Mayfield's desire for a new deal.
- 7:43 PMESPN NFL — Bowles confirms Bucs' Vea a minicamp hold-in
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Todd Bowles: Vita Vea situation is not concerning
"Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea is entering the final year of his $71 million contract, without guaranteed money, and is not physically participating in practice.
"Defensive tackle Vita Vea didn't practice at Buccaneers minicamp this week because he's looking for a new contract.
Sources
External links- ESPN NFLJun 17, 2026, 7:43 PMBowles confirms Bucs' Vea a minicamp hold-in
Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea is entering the final year of his $71 million contract, without guaranteed money, and is not physically participating in practice.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 4:30 PMTodd Bowles: Vita Vea situation is not concerning
Defensive tackle Vita Vea didn't practice at Buccaneers minicamp this week because he's looking for a new contract.
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