Bucs offensive guard Sua Opeta is coming again to Tampa Bay and re-signing with the staff. The Bucs made the announcement on their social media Tuesday afternoon.
Opeta Missed 2024 Season With Bucs
Bucs OL Sua Opeta and Ben Bredeson – Picture by: Cliff Welch/PR
The Bucs signed Opeta final yr to compete with Ben Bredeson for the beginning left guard spot. Sadly, he suffered a torn ACL in coaching camp and missed the whole season. Bredeson went on to have a stable season as Tampa Bay’s offensive line was thought-about one of many 5 greatest within the NFL. Now a yr later, Bredeson signed a three-year, $22 million deal to stay with the staff whereas Opeta additionally stays and is recovered from his harm.
He went undrafted out of Weber State however signed on with the Philadelphia Eagles the place he spent 4 seasons. In his first yr, Opeta bounced from the follow squad to the primary roster, however was a primarily on the lively roster for the following three seasons with some temporary journeys to the follow squad for some roster strikes. In his profession, Opeta has performed in 38 video games whereas beginning in 10. In 2023 he was in for 13 and had six begins, which gives the Bucs with worth in the event that they need to take into account him for a beginning position.
Tampa Bay introduced again again Opeta as a depth piece that can even have 2024 sixth spherical decide Elijah Klein on the inside. Klein made strides final season and will play an vital position. With all 5 starters again on the offensive line, the Bucs have made certain to solidify their depth on the place as properly.
