The Tampa Bay Buccaneers took a clear step back from 2024 to 2025, going from a team that won the NFC South with 10 wins to a team that missed the playoffs entirely by winning only eight games. We've already seen the Buccaneers say goodbye to potential future Hall of Fame receiver Mike Evans, who signed with the 49ers. Now, the Bucs may prepare to move forward without another franchise icon.
On Tuesday, the Buccaneers at the team facility. Nevertheless, no official reason has been given for the press statement.
The 36-year-old is currently a free agent. Of course, there is a possibility that this could be an announcement highlighting David's intention to play in his 15th NFL season.
However, it's more likely that David is calling it a career, and the Buccaneers want to give him his day of appreciation. After all, this is a linebacker who came in as the 58th overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
He never played for any other team, always remaining loyal to Tampa Bay. He earned a Pro Bowl nod, was named a first-team All-Pro, and, what no one will ever forget, he helped the Buccaneers win the Super Bowl.
Now, David may be eyeing the next chapter of his life. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers appear ready to move on without David. They have already signed Alex Anzalone and Christian Roseboom, and could add more in the 2026 NFL Draft, where the Buccaneers have seven selections.
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