The Pewter Plank
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Ten Players the Buccaneers Must Explore in Free Agency

By Alan Schechter

Jan 15, 2016; Tampa Bay, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneer general manager Jason Licht introduces Dirk Koetter as the new head coach at One Buccaneer Place Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 15, 2016; Tampa Bay, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneer general manager Jason Licht introduces Dirk Koetter as the new head coach at One Buccaneer Place Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Alex Boone (75) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Alex Boone (75) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /

Alex Boone

Here again, is a position that the Bucs will be looking at if Logan Mankins decides to retire. One guard to keep an eye on is Alex Boone. Boone has played a lot of right guard in recent years, but also has experience at both tackle spots. He’s a versatile player, one that is still strong at age 28, posting an overall PFF grade of 2.0, with years left in the tank.

He did make $3 million last year, which is not a small number for a guard. But, his versatility makes him worth it. Not only can he play guard, he can slide in and play any of the tackle positions at a moment’s notice. As a guy with six years in the league, his experience will be invaluable to young players like Ali Marpet.

If you like interior linemen, here is a guy that would look very good in the Pewter.

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