Collin Haalboom

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Prior to joining BucsGameday and Sports Illustrated, Collin's written content was provided through Bucs Banter, and NFL Draft Lounge. He is also the creator and host of the Bucs Banter Podcast. He is a graduate of the Communication Studies program at McMaster University, where he was also a varsity basketball player, and later an advanced scout. He lives with his wife and two children in Hamilton, ON. You can follow Collin on YouTube and Twitter.

Dec 7, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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LSU Tigers tight end Bauer Sharp (10) reacts to making a first down against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Billy Schrauth (74) sings the alma mater after beating the Purdue Boilermakers

Aug 31, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive lineman DeMonte Capehart (19) reacts after tackling Georgia Bulldogs running back Branson Robinson

Miami Hurricanes defensive back Keionte Scott (0) against the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers found incredible value with the selection of Keionte Scott in the fourth round.

Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Ted Hurst (16) runs after a catch against Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are hoping to fill the void left from Mike Evans' departure with a highly athletic wideout.

Missouri Tigers linebacker Josiah Trotter (40) reacts during the first quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners

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We give our grade for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' second-round draft pick.

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. is selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the number 15 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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We give our grade for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' first-round draft pick.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (QB11) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Projected first overall pick Fernando Mendoza's most iconic memory of the NFL Draft involves former number one pick, Baker Mayfield.

Dec 15, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Ben Bredeson (68) and quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) celebrate as the leave the field after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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There are several key Buccaneers players who could lose their starting positions depending on how GM Jason Licht plays his cards in this year's NFL Draft.

Dec 7, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Don't expect Jason Licht to bypass the opportunity to draft a quality edge rusher early in this year's draft just because he's struggled to do so in the past.

Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions offensive lineman Olaivavega Ioane (71) against the Boise State Broncos during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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It may shock a lot of Buccaneers fans if it happens, but it may be a genius move in the long run.

Dec 7, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Several NFL insiders provided some interesting insight into the Buccaneers' draft plans

Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) during an SEC conference game between Tennessee and Alabama

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A recent ESPN mock draft has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers taking a different approach than what most people expect.

Jan 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (54) warms up before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Lavonte David once clashed with a former Buccaneers coach who is now the head coach of another NFL team.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. (14) celebrates with wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2)

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Todd Bowles offered a vote of confidence in the players who will be tasked with stepping up for the Buccaneeers in Mike Evans' absence.