The Tampa Bay Buccaneers‘ 2025 practice squad is officially finalized (at least for now). The roster combines veterans with NFL experience, rookies with potential, and a strategic bonus: Lorenz Metz’s international waiver wire, which allows Tampa Bay to have 17 spots instead of the usual 16. Below, we go over each player’s contribution and what their potential role will be this season.
Receivers (WR)
Garrett Greene
Former college quarterback converted to receiver. His speed and competitiveness give him a chance on special teams and in trick plays. A mid-term project with room for growth.
Dennis Houston
He was already on the Bucs’ practice squad last year and returns as a reliable option on short and medium routes. He could be a quick addition if there are losses in the receiving corps.
Balance at WR: Greene brings versatility, Houston brings reliability. Together they add flexibility to the Bucs’ practice squad .
Offensive Line (OL/OT)
Tyler McLellan
Developing tackle with anchoring and size. His challenge is improving his footwork and hand placement.
Luke Haggard
Second year in a row on Tampa’s practice squad. He can work on both sides of the line as a swing tackle.
Lorenz Metz ( International Exemption )
The German (2.06 m) is a product of the International Pathway Program. Thanks to his special status, he allows Tampa Bay to have an extra player. He’s an interesting physical prospect.
Ben Scott
Mobile center, good work on moving blocks and online communication.
Michael Jordan
A veteran with over 40 NFL appearances, he provides immediate security and experience if there’s a need to elevate him to the active roster.
OL balance: A complete unit, with depth both inside (Jordan, Scott) and outside (Haggard, McLellan, Metz).
Tight End (TE)
Tanner Taula
A big tight end, he specializes in blocking and is useful in heavy formations. He can also contribute on special teams.
Quarterback
Connor Bazelak
He’ll play the role of QB3 on the practice squad. He has a decent arm, short-range accuracy, and good timing. He lacks experience, but the project is clear.
Defensive line and pass rush
Adam Gotsis
A veteran with years of experience with the Broncos and Jaguars, he’s reliable against the run and a presence in line rotations.
CJ Brewer
Penetrating tackle with the ability to generate pressure on pass downs. Constant energy.
Nash Hutmacher
Nicknamed “Polar Bear,” he anchors double-teams. He can be a rotational piece in goal-line situations.
Jayson Jones
Versatile defensive tackle with size and explosiveness on the inside. A candidate to evolve as a subpackage disruptor.
Mo Kamara
Explosive pass rusher with a good first step. Can provide flash in situational pressure plays.
Balance on the DL/EDGE: Solid veterans (Gotsis) combined with impact prospects (Kamara, Jones). The Bucs’ practice squad covers all the bases: running, passing, and rotation.
Linebacker
Nick Jackson
Productive in college and with a strong preseason. Quick instincts, blitzing ability inside, and a motor for special teams.
Secondary
Bryce Hall
Cornerback with more than 25 NFL starts. He brings immediate experience and size to defend against the press. He’s probably the most ready name to be activated if needed.
Jack Henderson
A young safety with range and versatility, he can start as a special teams specialist and develop into specific defensive packages.
Keys to the Bucs Practice Squad
- Balance between experience and development. Veterans like Gotsis, Hall, and Jordan provide security, while rookies like Greene, Hutmacher, and Scott offer a future.
- Positional versatility. The OL covers all positions, the DL mixes run stoppers and pass rushers, and the secondary is both experienced and young.
- Lift management. The two-lift rule per game allows Tampa Bay to play with tactics: Kamara for an extra pass rush, Jordan if there are problems inside, Hall if a corner is missing.
- International exemption. Metz’s extra spot gives them a competitive advantage over other teams.
Conclusion
The Bucs’ 2025 Practice Squad isn’t just a reserve group, but a true extension of the roster. Tampa Bay ensures depth, continuity, and immediate responsiveness on every line. With this group, Todd Bowles and Jason Licht have room to adjust at any point during the season.
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