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Strapped by Tom Brady's $35M cap hit, Bucs face tough decisions

ESPN.com | February 21, 2023

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TAMPA, Fla. -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offseason will be one of the most uncertain in recent memory for a variety of reasons.

  • Quarterback Tom Brady retired earlier this month.

  • Tampa Bay is projected $55 million over the salary cap.

  • The Bucs have several new assistant coaches including offensive coordinator Dave Canales.

The Bucs face challenges if they want to continue to contend for playoff runs while maximizing on 1,000-yard receivers in Mike Evans and Chris Godwin and a top-tier defense.

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