The Tampa Bay Buccaneers didn't wait long to make a change following the conclusion of rookie minicamp. The team has already decided to part ways with one of their undrafted free-agent signings, signaling that the competition for roster spots is heating up.
According to FOX Sports' Greg Auman, the Buccaneers are signing veteran long snapper Scott Daly to their 90-man offseason roster. To free up a spot, the team has waived undrafted free-agent Wesley Brown, who had just signed with the Bucs after the 2026 NFL Draft. It's a swift reminder that in the NFL, opportunities can be fleeting—especially for undrafted rookies trying to carve out a place on a roster.
Daly, who participated as a tryout player at the Buccaneers' rookie minicamp this past weekend, will now compete with Evan Deckers for the team's long snapper role. Deckers has held the job for the last two seasons, but the front office clearly wants to raise the bar and create some healthy competition this offseason.
Daly brings a wealth of experience to the table, having appeared in 76 games over five NFL seasons. He spent the last two years with the Chicago Bears and played three seasons with the Detroit Lions before that. That kind of veteran savvy could be exactly what the Buccaneers need to solidify their special teams unit.
With rookie minicamp now in the rearview mirror, the long-snapper battle will resume later this month when the team kicks off organized team activities (OTAs) on May 26. It's a storyline worth watching for Bucs fans, as special teams consistency often makes the difference in close games.
