NFL.com Report: Big Trade Market Expected For Bucs’ No. 15 Overall Pick
April 23rd, 2026
GM Jason Licht
Grab your popcorn!
NFL Network year-round draft guru Daniel Jeremiah, the former Eagles, Browns and Ravens scouts, has great relationships around the NFL and is well-liked and respected. The former college quarterback issued his final mock draft this morning and had big news for Bucs fans.
Jeremiah expects teams will be pounding the door down for the Bucs’ No. 15 overall pick.
On the recent Ira Kaufman Podcast (Part II of the draft extravaganza), Joe pressed draft guru Sean Sullivan on the likelihood of the Eagles chasing the Bucs pick at No. 15 — and handing them Philadelphia’s No. 23 overall pick and later selections.
Jeremiah predicts the Eagles will do just that.
PROJECTED TRADE WITH BUCCANEERS
I’m expecting a big trade market for the 16th overall pick, with teams looking to move ahead of the Lions for an offensive tackle. The Eagles trade up one spot higher to beat the competition for Proctor.
The fun part is Jeremiah thinks the Bucs can still draft University of Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor — and will — at No. 23 overall.
Is it 8 p.m. yet?
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:32 am
I hope he does not share it to pick away for pennies on the dollar
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:34 am
They need to get to 19 or 20 to get Mesidor.
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:35 am
I really think that Akheem Mesidor is the Bucs target
I’m almost sure of it
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:41 am
I think the Bucs will surprise us with their pick, freaking everyone out.
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:47 am
Trade back. McDonald from Ohio State, Thomas from Oklahoma, Ponds from Indiana for the nickel spot when Parrish gets moved outside.
April 23rd, 2026 at 9:53 am
Whatever happens, I hope it works out ! A difference maker please!!!!!!
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:01 am
Finally it’s NFL DRAFT NIGHT!!!
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:06 am
Draft a difference maker
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:06 am
The fun part is Jeremiah thinks the Bucs can still draft University of Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor — and will — at No. 23 overall.
How is this fun? It’s not even Joe Izsuzu fun as long as Todd Bowles is the DC of this Tampa Bay Buccaneer football team!!!!
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:07 am
The more I hear 80% of these mocks having the Bucs take Mesidor the more I think he’s not the pick. Rarely does JLs first round picks lineup with the consensus.
I think a trade down is likely. But I think they go Lawrence or Ioane after they trade down.
Wildcard would be J Rodriguez after a trade down.
JL usually throws all these experts a curveball.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:09 am
If the Bucs don’t bigly upgrade their pass rush on days 1&2, this season will play out similar to last. The silver lining being Licht and Bowles being shown the door.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:15 am
It sure seems all the talk is Mesidor either at 15 or trading down. So you definately have to wonder if the Bucs do something unexpected. I would not be unhappy to see them take the best LB or corner with that pic over an edge guy. Sorry , I just don’t have much hope of them drafting well at that position. I mean not since 1976, man. On the other hand sonner or later it has to happen I guess. I don’t know if Mesidor is all they say he is then ok, go get him.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:16 am
Just draft Shadiq already. Can’t remember the last time the Bucs out scored a team and lost. Well I take that back week 18 last year we out scored the Panthers and it cost us about 5 spots in the draft. This defense is bad with Bowles as DC one draft can’t fix. Honestly I don’t know how many drafts it would take to fix it, at least with Bowles as coach. But he is the head coach so go Bowles, I hope you have finally pulled your head out of back side where it has been since you won the superbowl as DC.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:19 am
If that OT is so good why not just get him? Contracts are coming up and you can’t pay everyone on the line.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:22 am
Draft the Penn State Guard and turn the OLine into arguably the best in the NFL. Bredeson as a backup would solidify it that much more.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:30 am
This would be ideal especially if the market for #15 is so competitive that you might be able to get a ‘27 second round and ‘26 third round for it.
I actually wouldn’t be hesitant to trade back into the #33-#42 range if a team wants to move up and get Simpson (looking at az), for a ‘27 first and also snagging Rodriguez
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:34 am
Pick Sadiq at 15, and immediately trade Otton for a couple picks. Which picks would we get for Otton?
Trade the bored McCollum for any pick above 5th. He was a 5th round pick, so Licht should be able to sign a CB by round 5 that won’t be bored and sleepy.
April 23rd, 2026 at 10:50 am
Think the Bucs can trade with Philly and still get Mesidor at 20. Hope Jason can get another #2 for the trade down?
April 23rd, 2026 at 11:07 am
I prefer no trades. Stay were we are and take the best player at a position of need.
It’s not about quantity, its about quality.
April 23rd, 2026 at 11:16 am
Whatever time it is, the cocktails are tasting good already.
SWWC
April 23rd, 2026 at 11:36 am
Don’t draft a reciever or give up any picks for next year’s draft and I’m cool.
April 23rd, 2026 at 12:16 pm
They trade up . Get Sonny styles. Giants get jmac, our 15th pick. And our 3 round pick.
April 23rd, 2026 at 12:34 pm
Someone said is it 8pm yet, no matter what time or draft selection , lots of hopes and a few must haves. Wonder what surprise number 1 pick we will see tonight. Go Bucs!!!!
April 23rd, 2026 at 1:20 pm
If you trade back and get an extra 2nd or 3rd, you get a FREE MLB.
The 2nd and 3rd round round are perfect for inside linebackers.
You get great value from a MLB in the 2nd or 3rd.
If you trade back, you get an extra starter for free.
I also want to trade away our 5th, 6th and 7th for an extra 2nd round pick.
For me?
The ideal draft has
1- late 1st round pick.
2- 2nd round picks.
2- 3rd round picks.
1- 4th round pick.
That’s 6 picks in the first 4 rounds!
And zero 5th, 6th and 7th round picks.
April 23rd, 2026 at 1:35 pm
JimBobBuc,
While Zyon was drafted in the 5th round, we actually traded away a 4th round pick to Draft him
I’ve been a fan of Zyon….up until last season. His main trait (his athleticism) wasn’t even showing up on the field as it had in prior years and at Sam Houston State. And it’s always a bit alarming when that happens after a player gets paid. I’m hoping for a great year for Zyon, but he’s def a big question mark heading into the season and needs to rinse himself off last season’s stink.
I hope they move Parrish outside. If so, Keionte Scott is a dawg and prime for a NCB role in this defense. He will stick his face in the fan and ain’t afraid of tackling. Plays a bit old school style too and brings that juice & tenacity this defense needs!
April 23rd, 2026 at 1:47 pm
Banging table for trade down a few+ slot in first round in exchange for another 2nd rounds pick this year. This is my #1 hope – more than any specific player or position (except kicker!).