2021 NFL Draft: 3 best defensive linemen for the Buccaneers
By Rob Leeds
IDL is scary in the 2021 NFL Draft, even for the Buccaneers.
The Buccaneers don’t have many, if any, needs in the 2021 NFL Draft, but they would still like to target at least one interior defensive lineman. Ndamukong Suh is approaching the end of his career, and the Bucs will want to keep as much talent on that front as possible to keep their line trucking along for the future.
With only a few young players like Khalil Davis on the roster, the Bucs will probably need to spend at least one pick on the position to ensure that their depth remains at the top of its games.
While it may look like the Bucs could have their pick of the group at the 32nd selection, this class on the defensive line front is sketchy, so Tampa will have to find the perfect prospect if they want to make the most of their pick.
Player #1
The Buccaneers already took a chance on a defensive lineman from Washington, and they are loving it so far. While Onwuzurike is not the same prospect as Vita Vea, his ability to serve in a depth role in 2021 makes him a perfect candidate for the Buccaneers in the second or third round.
Defensive linemen should remain on the board longer than expected in most cases. This could allow the Bucs the opportunity to take a player with the physical attributes to be a dominant pass-rusher on the inside and a boulder to move in the run game.
Onwuzurike currently looks like the best fit between value and talent that would be available for the Buccaneers.