Buccaneers NFL Draft Target: EDGE Nic Scourton, Texas A&M

Head coach Todd Bowles has heavily emphasized improving the team’s 4-man rush this off-season, which makes improving the edges a continued priority.

With Haason Reddick on just a 1-year deal and unclear ceilings for Yaya Diaby and Chris Braswell, there’s nothing wrong with continuing to invest at a premium position.

Could Nic Scourton be another worthy addition to the rotation? Let’s explore.

NIC SCOURTON’S COLLEGIATE CAREER

As a 4-star recruit out of Bryan, TX, Scourton received heavy interest from many Power 5 schools before settling on Purdue.

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He played in 10 games as a true freshman reserve in 2022, yet he still collected 22 tackles, 2 sacks, and a forced fumble in that limited time.