Buccaneers Sign Edge Rusher and Special Teams Ace

Tampa Bay adds veteran pass rusher Al-Quadin Muhammad and two-time Pro Bowler Miles Killebrew.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:50pm

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed edge rusher Al-Quadin Muhammad and two-time Pro Bowl special teams ace Miles Killebrew to new contracts. Muhammad had 11 sacks last season with the Detroit Lions, while Killebrew has been one of the league's top special teams players over the past decade.

Why it matters

The Buccaneers are looking to bolster their pass rush and special teams units after a disappointing 2025 season. Muhammad and Killebrew bring valuable veteran experience and proven production to help Tampa Bay return to the playoffs.

The details

Muhammad, 31, has 26 career sacks in 110 games over 8 seasons with the Saints, Colts, Bears, and Lions. He's signing a 1-year deal worth up to $6 million. Killebrew, 32, has appeared in 151 games over 10 seasons with the Lions and Steelers, primarily as a special teams ace. He has 91 total special teams tackles, the 2nd-most in the NFL over that span, and a league-leading 4 blocked punts among active players.

  • Muhammad had 11 sacks last season with the Detroit Lions.

The players

Al-Quadin Muhammad

A 31-year-old edge rusher who has 26 career sacks in 110 games over 8 seasons with the New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and Detroit Lions.

Miles Killebrew

A 32-year-old two-time Pro Bowl special teams ace who has appeared in 151 games over 10 seasons with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers, with 91 total special teams tackles and a league-leading 4 blocked punts among active players.

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