Darian Stewart
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians holds the Vince Lombardi trophy following the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021 in Tampa, Fla. Tampa Bay won 31-9. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
Free-agent pickups have made a difference for some champions

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 16, 2021 12:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 30, 2017, file photo, Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart takes part in drills at NFL football training camp in Englewood, Colo. The former safety announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, Dec. 10 2020, saying he's turned his focus to his foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina, and wants to give back to his alma mater, the University of South Carolina. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
"No Fly Zone" safety Darian Stewart announces retirement

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 10, 2020 09:37 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 14, 2018, file photo, Denver Broncos strong safety Darian Stewart (26) intercepts a pass intended for Los Angeles Rams running back John Kelly during the second half of an NFL football game in Denver. The former safety announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020, saying he's turned his focus to his foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina, and wants to give back to his alma mater, the University of South Carolina. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney, File)
Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos 10/14/2018

Dec. 10, 2020 09:30 PM EST

Buccaneers figure to bolster OL, seek RB in draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 11:00 AM EDT
14. TAMPA BAY (7-9) LAST SEASON: Missed playoffs for 12th consecutive season, extending second-longest drought in NFL. Jameis Winston led...

Buccaneers eye QB, solidifying defense in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 07:40 PM EDT
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (9-7) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Jameis Winston, DL Nadamukong Suh, RB Peyton Barber, WR Breshad Perriman, OLB Sam...

WR Fuller, RB Hyde active for Texans against Buccaneers

Dec. 21, 2019 01:01 PM EST
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Houston receiver Will Fuller and running back Carlos Hyde are active for the Texans against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being listed as...

Detroit Lions linebacker Jahlani Tavai intercepts a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions 12/15/2019

Dec. 15, 2019 01:20 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes warms up before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Colts QB Brian Hoyer makes 1st start in more than 2 years

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2019 12:49 PM EST

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis, left, pushes off Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
With Emmanuel Sanders gone, could Chris Harris Jr. be next?

By Pat Graham Oct. 23, 2019 01:59 AM EDT

NFL football fans arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to watch an NFL football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in London. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 10/13/2019

Oct. 13, 2019 08:26 AM EDT

Buccaneers Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:00 PM EDT
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (5-11) NEW FACES: Coach Bruce Arians, defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, LB Devin White, DL Ndamukong Suh, LB/S Deone Bucannon, LB...

Broncos Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:31 AM EDT
DENVER BRONCOS (6-10) OPENED CAMP: July 17, Englewood, Colorado LAST YEAR: Denver posted back-to-back losing seasons for first time since...

File-This Sept. 17. 2017, file photo shows Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris (25) intercepting a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) during the second half of an NFL football game in Denver. Harris skipped the start of the Denver Broncos offseason program Tuesday, April 2, 2019, as he angles for a new contract. The Broncos became the fourth team to start their offseason program, which at this point is voluntary. One of the NFL's most versatile defensive backs, Harris is due $7.8 million next season in the final year of his team friendly, five-year, $42.5 million contract that he signed in 2015. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Chris Harris Jr. skips start of Broncos offseason program

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 02, 2019 04:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2018, file photo, Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Ja'Wuan James prepares to block during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. The Denver Broncos general manager made former Dolphins O-lineman Ja'Wuan James the NFL’s highest-paid right tackle. James gets a four-year, $52 million deal, where the Broncos also need to replace two of their own free agent offensive linemen. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini, File)
Broncos begin rebuilding O-line in free agency

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 13, 2019 08:13 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2018 file photo showing Sheldon Richardson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. A person familiar with the deal says the Cleveland Browns and free agent defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson have agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract. Richardson has played with three other team since 2013 and will receive $21.5 million guaranteed.The person spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, on the condition of anonymity because NFL rules prohibit teams from announcing signings until 4 p.m. EDT Wednesday. (AP Photo/File) (AP Photo)
The Latest: Titans agree with Cameron Wake on 3-year deal

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2019 11:19 PM EDT

Free Agency-Broncos Capsule

By The Associated Press Mar. 11, 2019 05:39 PM EDT
DENVER BRONCOS (6-10) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: RT Jared Veldheer, DT Domata Peko, CB Tramaine Brocks, OLB Shaquil Barrett, C Matt Paradis, OLB Shane...

Broncos re-sign Pro Bowl long snapper Casey Kreiter

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 07, 2019 01:58 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Broncos Pro Bowl long snapper Casey Kreiter signed a one-year, $1 million contract to stay in Denver on Thursday, the same day the team...

Broncos release strong safety Darian Stewart

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 06, 2019 05:47 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Safety Darian Stewart is joining a crowded field of free agent safeties following his release Wednesday from the Denver Broncos, where he won...