Vita Vea requests trade, targeting Raiders and California teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade before training camp, aiming for a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders or teams in California. Vea, 31, is looking for a contract extension as he enters the final year of his current deal, but negotiations with the Buccaneers have stalled. He started all 17 games last season and logged 4.5 sacks. The situation puts pressure on the Buccaneers to either extend his contract or facilitate a trade.
- •Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Buccaneers.
- •He prefers to join the Raiders or California teams.
- •Vea seeks a contract extension before the 2026 season.
- •He started every game last season, recording 4.5 sacks.
- •The Buccaneers must decide on his contract or a trade.
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