The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will throw it back to their roots when they open their 50th NFL season. The team announced Tuesday that they will wear their original 1976 uniforms in the 2025 home opener against the New York Jets on Sunday, September 21. Tampa Bay has worn Creamsicle throwbacks in select games since 2009, but this marks the first time since 1976 that the Bucs will wear the exact design from their inaugural season. “The ’76 Jersey represents a piece of Buccaneers history and serves as a tribute to the generations of fans and players who shaped this franchise,” said COO Brian Ford. “As we launch into our 50th season, we’re proud to reintroduce The ’76 Jersey and the tradition it embodies.” The uniforms feature white jerseys with orange numbers and red outlines, paired with white pants, white helmets, and striped socks. The look also includes a special touch: “Hey! Hey! Tampa Bay!” stitched inside the collar — a nod to the team’s original fight song from 1979, the year Tampa earned its first winning season and playoff berth. The return of the original look is part of a broader celebration of the Bucs’ golden anniversary and the journey that began in 1976.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is already impressed with rookie Travis Hunter, praising his work ethic and commitment just months into his NFL journey. “Travis has been great — just his work ethic, how he’s come in,” Lawrence said last week during the American Century Championship golf tournament, via WJXT’s Jamal St. Cyr.“He’s been one of the hardest-working guys we have. I think it’s commitment to learning the playbook and trying to learn the two systems. It’s a lot on a rookie, it’s challenging to learn everything and he’s done a nice job.” Hunter, known for his rare two-way talent as a cornerback and wide receiver, is trying to do what hasn’t been done in modern NFL history — play both sides of the ball consistently. Lawrence acknowledged the task is difficult but remains optimistic about Hunter’s potential. “We still have work to do and we’re going to get a lot done in training camp and get us ready to play come September. I’m really excited for him and how he can help our team.” Skeptics remain, including Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who recently pointed out how opponents will try to wear Hunter down. The demands of playing both offense and defense at the pro level, combined with the looming “rookie wall,” will test Hunter’s stamina and durability. Still, for now, the Jaguars appear all in on his versatility  and Lawrence is clearly a believer.

Rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy believes the Kansas City Chiefs are ready to bring back the deep shots that once defined their offense. During an appearance on FanDuel TV’s “Up and Adams”, Xavier Worthy shared what head coach Andy Reid told the team early in OTAs:“Coach Reid told us during OTAs Phase 1, ‘When you come back, get your hamstrings ready,’” Worthy said.“So, we kind of knew that we were going to be going a little deep during practice. We kind of got our bodies and our minds ready for what we’re going to be doing in practice.” Kansas City has won consistently in recent years but faced criticism for a less explosive offense. Since their 2019 Super Bowl win, they’ve remained a top team, reaching the Super Bowl five times in six seasons, but without the same highlight-reel plays that once defined them. Worthy, a first-round pick who ran a record-breaking 4.21-second 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Combine, could be the spark Reid and Patrick Mahomes need to stretch the field again.

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested on Saturday in Broward County, Florida, on a misdemeanor charge of domestic violence, according to sheriff’s office records. The 21-year-old was charged with touch or strike battery/domestic violence and released on Sunday after posting bond. A Broward County judge found probable cause and ordered Judkins to avoid contact with the alleged victim and not access firearms. An NFL spokesperson said, “We are aware of the matter, but will decline further comment.” The Cleveland Brownshave also acknowledged the situation and are “gathering information,” per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. According to police, officers from the Fort Lauderdale Police Department responded to a call in the 1500 block of West Cypress Creek Road regarding a delayed battery incident. Preliminary investigation confirmed a battery had occurred. Judkins was later taken into custody and booked into Broward County Main Jail. an arrest report obtained by Pelissero alleges that Judkins punched a woman(who identified herself as his girlfriend) in the chin/lip area and later hit her in the left arm and thigh while they were in a car leaving Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport on July 7. Judkins, who remains unsigned, was the 36th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after a standout college career. He rushed for 1,060 yards in his lone season at Ohio State, helping the Buckeyes win the national championship, following two productive years at Ole Miss.