The Bucs and other NFL teams can begin negotiating contracts for free agents beginning at noon today. The new league year and signing period commences at 4 p.m. Wednesday.
A big focus for the Bucs this offseason is locking up some of their own young stars. It began Friday with the signing of receiver Mike Evans to a five-year extension worth $82.5 million. There will be more between now and the start of the 2018 season.
It's hard to know how active the Bucs will be in free agency. They have big needs on the defensive line and at cornerback, guard, running back and safety, so the shopping list begins there.