The Buccaneers and the city of Tampa announced on Monday a partnership focused on improving social justice causes within the community.
Darcie Glazer Kassewitz, president of the Buccaneers Foundation, explained that the initiative is a player-led, year-round operation focused on social justice and making an impact within the community through the leadership of Bucs players.
Offensive linemen Donovan Smith and Ali Marpet, wide receiver DeSean Jackson, and defensive lineman Gerald McCoy were named as leaders of the social justice board, which was formed and 100% led by players.
The initiative's development came from meetings between players and organizational leadership, which took place over a year ago.