TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' veteran two-time Pro Bowler Vita Vea has requested a trade, according to multiple reports.
ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter said in a post on social media the 31-year-old defensive tackle requested a trade.
Source: Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Bucs.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 27, 2026
Ian Rapoport with ESPN said Vea had hoped for a long-term contract, but talks have stalled.
Long-time #Bucs DT Vita Vea has requested a trade, sources say.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 27, 2026
Vea had hoped for a long-term contract extension and talks stalled. Now, he wants out. pic.twitter.com/sDl05JTYJy
Vea was drafted by the Bucs in 2018. He has recorded 222 tackles, 66 quarterback hits, 30.5 sacks, seven passes defensed, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
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