Buccaneers star Lavonte David expected to retire after 14 seasons

NFL News

Buccaneers star Lavonte David expected to retire after 14 seasons
SportsTampa Bay Buccaneers
  • 📰 nypost
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 114 sec. here
  • 5 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 56%
  • Publisher: 67%

The Buccaneers announced they will host a press conference with veteran linebacker Lavonte David, with speculation rising that he could retire after 14 seasons with the club, on Tuesday.

It will be held in the team’s auditorium at the AdventHealth Training Center at 2 p.m. ET. No further details were provided.Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts after his sack against the San Francisco 49ers during the fourth quarter in the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.

In 2025, Rozeboom recorded 122 total tackles, 2.0 sacks and one interception for the Carolina Panthers, while setting a new season-high in tackles for loss . General Manager Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles addressed David’s free agency at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, which took place at the end of February into early March in Indianapolis.Syracuse coach rips NCAA selection committee for 'personal attack' after 53-point loss to UConn Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson defend Cowboys star from football 'hate' after QB’s failed engagement“He is the staple of what we look for in a player and a person and he has also earned the right to take a step back and decide what his future is and we are giving him that respect right now.” In 2025, David amassed an interception, three passes defended, two forced fumbles, 3.5 sacks, 114 combined tackles, eight tackles for loss and six quarterback hits.De’Von Achane #28 of the Miami Dolphins is tackled by Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.David was a captain on the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl-winning team in 2020, when Tampa Bay dismantled the Chiefs, 31-9, at Raymond James Stadium in February 2021.Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebackers Devin White and Lavonte David talk during NFL football practice Thursday, June 15, 2023, in Tampa, Fla.A second round pick by the Buccaneers in the 2012 NFL Draft, David went on to earn First-team All-Pro honors in 2013, a Pro Bowl nod in 2015 and second-team All-Pro recognitions in 2016 and 2020.Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts after his sack against the San Francisco 49ers during the fourth quarter in the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.De'Von Achane #28 of the Miami Dolphins is tackled by Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebackers Devin White and Lavonte David talk during NFL football practice Thursday, June 15, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. Stream It Or Skip It: 'Deadloch' Season 2 On Prime Video, Where Two Mismatched Detectives Investigate A Murder In Crocodile Country

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

nypost /  🏆 91. in US

Sports Tampa Bay Buccaneers

 

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Buccaneers Star's Fiancée Aids Pedestrian Struck by Car in Los AngelesTampa Bay Buccaneers star Antoine Winfield Jr.'s fiancée, Teesa Mpagi, aided a hurt civilian in Los Angeles on Saturday.
Read more »

David Spade Blames Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass for Hollywood’s ‘Terrifying’ DownfallDavid Spade Blames Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass for Hollywood’s ‘Terrifying’ DownfallSource of breaking news and analysis, insightful commentary and original reporting, curated and written specifically for the new generation of independent and conservative thinkers.
Read more »

3 Low-Cost Free Agents the Buccaneers Should Sign3 Low-Cost Free Agents the Buccaneers Should SignJason Licht and the Bucs likely aren’t done in free agency and these are three moves they could make to help in needed areas.
Read more »

Where the Buccaneers Rank in the NFC South After Free AgencyWhere the Buccaneers Rank in the NFC South After Free AgencyDid the Bucs fall behind in the NFC South after their moves in free agency?
Read more »

Buccaneers Sign Divisional Rival Who Recorded Over 100 Tackles in 2025Buccaneers Sign Divisional Rival Who Recorded Over 100 Tackles in 2025The Bucs just added more depth on inside linebacker
Read more »

Buccaneers Sign Divisional Rival Who Recorded Over 100 Tackles in 2025Buccaneers Sign Divisional Rival Who Recorded Over 100 Tackles in 2025The Bucs just added more depth on inside linebacker
Read more »



Render Time: 2026-04-01 02:03:50