|
No compensatory picks for Bucs
The NFL just released the list of compensatory picks in next month's draft, but the Bucs did not receive any.
While 15 other teams will benefit from 32 compensatory picks, Tampa Bay did not meet the standard under the league's formula.
The formula, developed by the NFL's Management Council, stipulates that teams losing more or better free agents than they acquire in a given year are eligible to receive compensatory picks between the third and seventh rounds. The formula is based on salary, playing time and postseason honors.
Several teams received multiple picks, including the Ravens, who got four. The Bears, Colts and Eagles received three apiece. Washington, Cincinnati, Atlanta and Baltimore will actually get third-round picks out of the deal. That's a nice little surprise for those teams to have an extra third-round choice at their disposal.
Most Recent Blog Posts
About the blog
Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans: Keep up with your team news on Bucs Beat, our blog for all things Bucs. Tampa Bay Times sports writers keep you posted on the latest Bucs news, and you can weigh in with your own thoughts.
Advertisement
Most Popular Categories
Follow us on Facebook
Comment Policy
| Please be sure your comments are appropriate before submitting them. Inappropriate comments include content that: |
| Is libelous |
| Is abusive, harassing, or threatening |
| Is obscene, vulgar, or profane |
| Is racially, ethnically or religiously offensive |
| Is illegal or encourages criminal acts |
| Is known to be inaccurate or contains a false attribution |
| Infringes copyrights, trademarks, publicity or any other rights of others |
| Impersonates anyone (actual or fictitious) |
| Solicits funds, goods or services, or advertises |
| The Tampa Bay Times does not edit posts but reserves the right to delete comments that violate our policy. |
Registration FAQ
| Read our Frequently Asked Questions on how to register to comment on the site. |
