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Vita Vea Missing Practice With Injury Amid Trade Talk

Vita Vea Missing Practice With Injury Amid Trade Talk

Summary

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea missed practice due to a minor injury. Although there are trade rumors, the team says they have not discussed trading him, and Vea is working on a contract extension.

Key Facts

  • Vita Vea did not practice because he "tweaked something," according to coach Todd Bowles.
  • Vea was seen at training camp helping with drills but was not fully participating.
  • There are rumors about a possible trade, but the Buccaneers have not had trade talks about Vea.
  • Vea made a trade request but is also negotiating a new contract with the team.
  • Defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt’s recent $57 million contract affects the market for players like Vea.
  • Vea is a two-time Pro Bowler with 35 sacks and 256 tackles in his career.
  • His size and strength often make opponents avoid playing near him.
  • It is not yet clear if Vea will stay with the Buccaneers or be traded.
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