Jason Licht Reports Bucs Re-Sign Ko Kieft
March 13th, 2026
Bucs TE Ko Kieft.
Jason Licht is at it again.
In what has become an annual tradition, late in free agency, Licht will announce on Twitter that “a source confirms” the Bucs signed (insert name).
The source is, of course, the Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager himself.
This spring, Licht announced Ko Kieft will return to the Bucs.
Kieft was one of many offensive players who got hurt and lost for the year last year, which had a direct impact in the lack of blocking for the Bucs. Kieft will never confuse anyone as being the next Cade Otton, forget Brock Bowers.
But Kieft is gnarly and is known for blowing up linebackers. Defensive backs don’t want to tangle with him.
So Kieft is a valuable, low-cost asset in the Bucs’ run game when he’s on the field.
Per source, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers agreed to terms with Ko Kieft. 🏴☠️ 🛥️@FifthThird pic.twitter.com/I1q79bU3yJ
— Jason Licht (@jasonrlicht) March 13, 2026