Buccaneers Announce 2026 Offseason Program Dates

The team's voluntary workouts begin April 20 and conclude with a mandatory minicamp in June.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:59pm

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have announced the dates for their 2026 offseason workout program, which will begin on April 20 and run for nine weeks. The program includes voluntary workouts, organized team activities (OTAs), and a mandatory three-day minicamp from June 16-18.

Why it matters

The offseason program is an important time for NFL teams to get their players back on the field and prepare for the upcoming season. The Buccaneers will use this time to integrate new draft picks, evaluate returning players, and install their systems ahead of training camp.

The details

The Buccaneers' offseason program will be divided into three phases. Phase One, which lasts two weeks, will focus on meetings, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation work. Phase Two, which lasts three weeks, will include more on-field work and instruction but no live contact drills. Phase Three will feature 10 OTA practices over three weeks in May and June, as well as the mandatory minicamp.

  • The offseason program begins on April 20.
  • The Buccaneers will hold OTA practices on May 26-28, June 2-4, and June 9-11.
  • The mandatory minicamp will take place from June 16-18.

The players

Scott Smith

A writer for the Buccaneers' official website who reported on the team's offseason program details.

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What they’re saying

“The 2026 NFL Draft, which will bring a handful of newcomers to Tampa Bay Buccaneers headquarters, is now less than three weeks away. Just prior to that three-day event (April 23-25), many of the players already on the Buccaneers' roster will be heading back to work.”

— Scott Smith, Writer

What’s next

The Buccaneers will hold their mandatory three-day minicamp from June 16-18, which will be the final event of the offseason program before training camp begins.

The takeaway

The Buccaneers' offseason program is an important time for the team to prepare for the upcoming season. The voluntary workouts and mandatory minicamp will allow the coaching staff to integrate new players, evaluate the roster, and install their systems ahead of training camp.