River Wells

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.

Buccaneers edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center.

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Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (54) warms up before the game against the Carolina Panthers

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask (2) drops back to pass against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter

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A former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback is set to try out for the New Orleans Saints.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) celebrates with wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) after a touchdown

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wideout Emeka Egbuka spoke on the "passing of the torch" that will come with Mike Evans' departure to the San Francisco 49ers in free agency.

Nov 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) drops into coverage during the game between the Mustangs and the Hurricanes at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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New jersey numbers have arrived for the 2026 Bucs rookie draft class.

Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) throws a pass against the Kansas State Wildcats

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will get to see their new crop of players for the first time at rookie minicamp — here are three players we're excited to watch.

Dec 24, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) all smiles after the win against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Jason Licht and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may make a move this offseason to seal the deal with Baker Mayfield.

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Time to grab a jersey, Buccaneers fans.

Miami Hurricanes defensive back Keionte Scott (0) reacts in the first half during the College Football Playoff National Championship

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Former Miami Hurricanes DB Keionte Scott got some high praise from a Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend.

Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. is selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to start rookie minicamp soon — here's what we'll be looking for.

Dec 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) looks on against the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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The Bucs have a busy next few months with a handful of dates to put on the calendar.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jacob Parrish (25) during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium.

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This Tampa Bay Buccaneers player could be in for an expanded role next season...

Clemson Tigers defensive lineman DeMonte Capehart (19) reacts after tackling Georgia Bulldogs running back Branson Robinson

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This is what we'll be watching closely during Buccaneers training camp.

Dec 28, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

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Get ready for a different type of mentality coming to the Bucs' defense.