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.

Aug 9, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles looks on against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (42) celebrates after he sacks Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett

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Antoine Winfield Jr. and Tessa Mpagi on the red carpet before the NFL Honors show at Resorts World Theatre.

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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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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have to shore up their cornerback depth ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

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

Jason Licht makes it very clear his stance on Mike Evans leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the San Francisco 49ers.

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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The Baker Mayfield effect is real.

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.

River Wells

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Where the Buccaneers Rank in the NFC South After Free Agency

3 Low-Cost Free Agents the Buccaneers Should Sign

Buccaneers Star's Fiancée Aids Pedestrian Struck by Car in Los Angeles

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

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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

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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

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

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

Jamel Dean Left Buccaneers to Chase Another Super Bowl With Steelers

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