Since being selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Calijah Kancey has steadily developed into one of the premier players at his position. His growth accelerated significantly down the stretch of the 2024 season, setting the stage for a breakout campaign in 2025.
Kancey made a significant leap in 2025, a progression that is evident not only in his on-field performance but also in his impressive statistical output.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame highlighted a remarkable achievement by the Buccaneers’ defensive lineman, noting that his tackling efficiency reached unprecedented heights. As illustrated by the statistics below, when Calijah Kancey had an opportunity to make a tackle, he rarely missed.
Via The Pro Football Hall of Fame,
“Calijah Kancey, @Buccaneers DT – Finished 2024 making all 28 of his tackle opportunities – the only player in the NFL to have 100% tackle efficiency on that volume of opportunities. (Per NGS)”
Although upgrading the edge rushers on the Buccaneers’ defensive front has been a topic of discussion, the interior duo of Calijah Kancey and Vita Vea forms a formidable foundation that is poised to anchor the team’s defense for the next five to ten years.
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