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- Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade after failing to agree on a contract extension with Tampa Bay.
- The 31-year-old has drawn interest from several teams, with ESPN's Jeremy Fowler naming the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Chargers as fits.
- The Patriots could use him in their 3-4 scheme alongside Milton Williams and have nearly $35 million in 2026 cap space, while the Chargers have over $40 million in cap space and a need at nose tackle.
- Vea has one year left on his contract, with a $17 million base salary and $22 million cap hit in 2026.
What to watch next
- Whether the Buccaneers grant the trade request and which team lands Vea
- Progress on contract talks, given Spotrac estimates his market value at two years, $62 million
- New England and Los Angeles cap moves ahead of any deal
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