River Wells

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

River Wells is a sports journalist from St. Petersburg, Florida, who has covered the Tampa Bay Buccaneers since 2023. He graduated with a journalism degree from the University of Florida in 2021. You can follow him on Twitter @riverhwells.

Dec 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) warms up before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Kindle Vildor (22) celebrates a touchdown during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers

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Dec 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) warms up before a game against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Dec 7, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) prior to the game against the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Sep 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (54) looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles in the third quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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What will the Super Bowl champion linebacker decide to do? A decision must come soon.

Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq (TE23) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers shouldn't draft Oregon star Kenyon Sadiq in the first round of the NFL Draft — here's why.

Detroit Lions linebacker Al-Quadin Muhammad (96) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

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This veteran may be on the chopping block.

Sep 21, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) warms up before a game against the New York Jets at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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More reports continue to come out regarding Mike Evans' departure from Tampa Bay.

Dec 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) looks on during warmups before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

An intriguing name to watch for Tampa Bay as they look for a bigger body wide receiver.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) runs to the line of scrimmage before a play against the Atlanta Falcons

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Mike Evans had a lot of great things to say about his new quarterback with the San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy...

Jan 4, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) runs against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

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The Bucs will have some significant changes to their starting depth chat come Week 1 in 2026.

Feb 4, 2021; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (35) against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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This seems to be a trend of former Bucs players saying they feel like they can win another Super Bowl, elsewhere.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers reportedly toyed with bringing in a top five NFL Draft pick from the Indianapolis Colts to back up Baker Mayfield.

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bucs general manager Jason Licht is back at it again, announcing a re-signing to Tampa Bay.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Luke Goedeke (67) talks to media after training camp

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got some breathing room on the salary cap with these two restructures.

Oct 12, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad (96) reacts during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers make a move finally at the pass rush position.

River Wells

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Buccaneers Offered Mike Evans More Money To Stay In Tampa Bay. What Went Wrong?

Buccaneers Lose More DB Depth After Cornerback Signs With Patriots

Bucs’ Jason Licht Says He Does Not Feel Betrayed by Mike Evans Move to 49ers

Baker Mayfield Helped Bring Free Agent to Sign With Buccaneers

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Predicting Buccaneers LB Lavonte David's Decision: Retire or Return?

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Why Buccaneers Shouldn't Pick This Player in First Round of 2026 NFL Draft

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Buccaneers Signing Al-Quadin Muhammad Puts Writing on the Wall for This Veteran

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Insider Says Mike Evans' Exit From Buccaneers 'Got A Little Weird'

Buccaneers Evaluating Possible Mike Evans Replacement In Pre-Draft Visit

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Former Buccaneers WR Mike Evans Heaps Praise on New 49ers QB Brock Purdy

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Buccaneers' Projected Offensive Starting Lineup After Week 1 of Free Agency

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Jamel Dean Left Buccaneers to Chase Another Super Bowl With Steelers

Buccaneers Reportedly Checked In On Trade for Former First-Round Quarterback

Jason Licht Makes Own Announcement of Returning Bucs Offensive Player

Buccaneers Rework 2 Contracts to Create More Salary Cap Room

Bucs Sign Lions Pass Rusher Al-Quadin Muhammad, Who Recorded 11 Sacks Last Year