Grading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers free-agency signings
Ndamukong Suh
It only made sense that after Tampa Bay brought back Jason Pierre-Paul and Shaq Barrett, that they’d conclude their signings by bringing back Ndamukong Suh to keep that front-seven intact.
After all, that’s exactly what Bruce Arians said he wanted to do.
Suh was signed for a one-year, $8 million deal– which is $1.25 million less than what he signed for before the 2019 season.
While he has been consistent and healthy, Suh’s production is not seen when looking at grades, charts and statistics. He is able to plug the hole as a run-stopper and get into the backfield, but it should be noted that he is now a year older and that there were other options who likely could’ve provided the same efficiency and production for less money.
It’s a great thing for the fans to see Suh back and it means a lot in terms of chemistry, but let’s not pretend that this was a ‘home run’ signing, either, especially considering Tampa Bay could’ve likely gotten him for cheaper.
Grade: C+
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Overall, the Bucs came away with some nice signings and did a good job managing under the cap. Of course Tampa fans would’ve loved to add another key piece or two, but overall, you have to be pleased with what the franchise was able to accomplish.