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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a pleasantly surprising 2015 season. They saw a lot of good flashes from their rookie quarterback Jameis Winston, and as a result, the team enters the 2016 offseason with some confidence. They did fire head coach Lovie Smith in order to promote then offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter, and the team wants to give their new coach a lot support in 2016 by having a successful NFL draft. Here are five prospects the Buccaneers should target.
5. SS Miles Killebrew
Credit: Getty Images5. SS Miles Killebrew
The Buccaneers desperately need a safety. Killebrew is coming out from Southern Utah, a small NCAA Division II college, but some scouts are already comparing his play to current NFL starters Deone Bucannon or Shaq Thompson.
4. CB D.J. White
Credit: Getty Images4. CB D.J. White
White would be a solid addition to the Buccaneers’ secondary and could replace one of their departing free agent defensive backs. Although White is undersized, he does play in man and zone pass coverage effectively.
3. OG Cody Whitehair
Credit: Getty Images3. OG Cody Whitehair
Protecting a franchise quarterback with better offensive linemen is always a good idea. The Buccaneers could use more interior linemen, and Whitehair was 50-game starter at guard or tackle at Kansas State. His experience would be very useful.
2. FS DeAndre Houston-Carson
Credit: Getty Images2. FS DeAndre Houston-Carson
The Buccaneers need to load up on safeties, and Houston-Carson could fit into their defensive scheme nicely. After playing cornerback for three seasons, he seamlessly transitioned to free safety in his last season at William and Mary.
1. DE DeForest Buckner
Credit: Getty Images1. DE DeForest Buckner
The Buccaneers need an all-around defensive end, and Buckner has the potential to be an amazing pro because of his size and speed. Buckner also has experience playing on the interior, so he would be a great first-round selection.
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