BREAKING: Buccaneers Reach Deal with DT Vita Vea on Extension
Summary
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to a one-year, $30 million contract extension with defensive tackle Vita Vea. This deal will keep Vea on the team through the 2027 season as he continues his football career.Key Facts
- Vita Vea is a two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- He requested a trade to improve his contract but the Buccaneers chose to keep him.
- Vea's new deal is for one year, worth $30 million, extending his contract through 2027.
- He will earn $6 million in new money for the upcoming season.
- Vea has played nine professional seasons and was key in the Buccaneers' 2020/21 Super Bowl win.
- He is known as one of the best nose tackles and a strong run stopper with pass-rushing ability.
- His total earnings will be $48 million over the next two seasons, with pay increases in 2026 and 2027.
- His new salary is lower than some other top defensive tackles’ contracts, such as Jalen Carter.
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