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Bucs O-line: Injury woes to strength in 2026?
7 Jun
Summary
- Offensive line injuries significantly impacted the Buccaneers' 2025 offense.
- General Manager Jason Licht acknowledges challenges in building offensive line depth.
- Key player Cody Mauch is set to return after a significant ACL injury.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offensive line, a unit capable of NFL elite status when healthy, aims to recover from a devastating 2025 season marked by extensive injuries. General Manager Jason Licht recently discussed the challenges, highlighting that only one lineman played every snap last year. He acknowledged the 'avalanche effect' injuries have on the entire offense, impacting quarterback comfort and overall team flow.
Licht also reflected on the difficulty of acquiring sufficient offensive line depth, stating, 'It's easier said than done. You can't have 10 potential Pro Bowl players on your offensive line.' The team notably missed rising star Cody Mauch for most of the 2026 season due to a torn ACL, a significant blow. Licht expressed excitement for Mauch's return, praising his relentless motor and tone-setting ability.
The Buccaneers' offensive line is actively working to regain its 2024 form during OTAs, with the final week commencing soon. Following OTAs, the team will prepare for mandatory minicamp scheduled for June 16.
