The offensive players have put their drills on tape, and now it’s on to the defense. Who are the players the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be watching closely during Day 3 of the annual scouting combine?
Suddenly the Bucaneers’ offensive line isn’t suspect, the quarterback isn’t a question mark, and the running game is one of the best in the league. What a difference a year can make. The 2015 NFL Draft focused on the offensive side of the ball and produced wondrous results. Their first three draft selections turned into instant starters and an Offensive Rookie of the Year candidate.
For 2016, the question is: can the Bucs build a defense which can take them into the playoffs? As the defensive linemen and linebackers take to the drills on Sunday, there are many players the team will be watching, but here are a few they could be focused on a bit more than the rest.
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