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5 looming contract decisions for Tampa Bay Buccaneers

By Ryan Doyle

TAMPA, FL - NOVEMBER 25: Wide receiver Adam Humphries #10 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers completes a pass from quarterback Jameis Winston #3 for a first down in the fourth quarter of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Raymond James Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the San Francisco 49ers 27-9. (Photo by Will Vragovic/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - NOVEMBER 25: Wide receiver Adam Humphries #10 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers completes a pass from quarterback Jameis Winston #3 for a first down in the fourth quarter of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Raymond James Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the San Francisco 49ers 27-9. (Photo by Will Vragovic/Getty Images) /
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ARLINGTON, TX – DECEMBER 18: Head coach Dirk Koetter talks with Kwon Alexander #58 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the sideline during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 18, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX – DECEMBER 18: Head coach Dirk Koetter talks with Kwon Alexander #58 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the sideline during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 18, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /

LB Kwon Alexander

The 2018 season was a pivotal one of Kwon Alexander. The former 4th round pick was poised for a nice payday. He sadly suffered a torn ACL back in October that ended his season.

Now, Tampa Bay will have to decide whether or not Alexander will be a part of what could be a drastically different defense in 2019. After having one of the worst starts in NFL history, the Bucs defense has improved under defensive coordinator Mark Duffner.

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With Kendell Beckwith and Lavonte David set to headline the linebacking corps, Alexander could find himself alongside a fully healthy unit again. With more depth behind them next season, the Bucs front seven should finally have the success the fan base has been waiting for

Injuries have impacted Alexander in his young career. He has only played one full season, and it could force teams to stay away from him in free agency.

Alexander was a crucial part of the defense to open the season. The Bucs front office will have to decide if they want him to be a piece in seasons to come.

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