Mon Mar 10 15:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Buccaneers Lock Down Starting Left Guard Bredeson with Three-Year Deal

**Tampa Bay, FL** – The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have secured their starting left guard for the foreseeable future, signing Ben Bredeson to a three-year contract with a maximum value of $22 million. The deal keeps the 2020 fourth-round draft pick in Tampa Bay, where he solidified his position as a key component of the Buccaneers’ offensive line.

Bredeson, who initially joined the Buccaneers last year on a one-year, $3 million deal, quickly proved his worth, contributing significantly to the team’s running game. The contract marks a significant pay raise for the young lineman, who previously played for the Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants.

The move is seen as a shrewd investment by the Buccaneers, who place a high value on offensive line stability. This extension ensures that the team’s starting offensive linemen will be under 27 years old in 2025, barring injury, and will not rely on rookie starters.

While the signing is celebrated by many fans, some question whether the contract’s maximum value represents an overpayment compared to other guards available in free agency. However, the team’s focus on maintaining continuity along the offensive line is evident.

The focus now shifts to other areas of need, with many fans and analysts calling for the team to address the edge rusher position and potentially re-sign wide receiver Chris Godwin. The Buccaneers’ front office faces the challenge of balancing the team’s existing investments with the need for additional talent in other key positions.

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