Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has been known as the cog that anchors the center of their defensive line. His role and play on the field opens up opportunities for those around him which leads to a productive defensive front.
Now entering his fifth season, Vea has not only taken on the role a player that is crucial to the defensive line’s success but is also ready to be one of the leaders on defense.
“I feel pretty comfortable with it,” Vea told the media Tuesday. “We’ve got some other guys in our group that are older than me that also play that [leadership] position, so I don’t think it’s all on me.