Vita Vea contract situation prompts speculation about trade interest

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:06 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Vita Vea contract situation prompts speculation about trade interest
Summary

Vita Vea, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' star defensive tackle, is not participating in offseason sessions due to a reported desire for a contract adjustment. Entering the final season of his four-year, $71 million contract, Vea has spent his eight-season career with Tampa Bay. If negotiations escalate, the Las Vegas Raiders may show interest in acquiring him given the connections between Vea, Raiders GM John Spytek, and part-owner Tom Brady. The situation remains in initial stages, with details still unfolding.

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  • Vea is entering the last year of his contract with Tampa Bay.
  • He wants a contract adjustment and missed offseason sessions.
  • The Las Vegas Raiders could be interested if a trade becomes likely.
  • John Spytek and Tom Brady both have connections to Vea.
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Could Tampa Bay star defensive tackle become trade candidate?

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