The Buccaneers play in primetime two days after Halloween, but that won't deter Jason Pierre-Paul from his goal of being a nightmare for the Giants' O-line on MNF.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks says Ben Roethlisberger is back in a major way. Plus, thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa's promotion, the real reason why Tampa Bay is a contender and much more.

Week 6 delivered lessons across the NFL. Marc Sessler spotlights what's hot (statement performances from the Steelers and Buccaneers) and what's not (shameful showings by the Vikings and Cowboys).

The sixth Sunday of this unparalleled NFL season was full of resounding statements. Who authored the most impressive performances of the day? Adam Schein list his top nine.

Ryan Fitzpatrick, Tom Brady and veterans around the league are not practicing Friday. Keep track of all the latest NFL news, injuries and transactions right here. 

As we hurtle toward the 2020 NFL season, Adam Schein predicts which nine teams will boast the league's best defenses. Who earns the No. 1 spot: Derwin James' Chargers, Tre'Davious White's Bills or Nick Bosa's 49ers?

Jason Pierre-Paul endured another surgery. This one is minor. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' pass-rusher underwent minor knee surgery this week, Tom Pelissero reports. 

Bucky Brooks breaks down every selection in the 2020 NFL Draft, providing analysis for predictable picks to unexpected trades. Follow along as we update live!

The Dolphins have three first-round picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, and Peter Schrager thinks they'll use all of them to completely make over the offense. See how Round 1 plays out in Schrager's first mock draft of the year.

Now that the dust has settled on the opening wave of signings and trades in the new league year, Adam Schein spotlights nine moves that will have the biggest impact on the 2020 NFL season.

As the Buccaneers mount a pursuit of a certain 42-year-old under center, they are shoring their front on the opposite side of the ball. Tampa Bay re-signed DE Jason Pierre Paul to a two-year deal.

The grand reshuffling that is NFL free agency is upon us. So ... who's going where? Here is a constantly updated, team-by-team rundown of all the key additions and trades in this frenzied period.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers used the franchise tag on pass rusher Shaq Barrett, who is ranked No. 5 on NFL.com's Top 101 free agents list.

Here is the original Top 101 Free Agents of 2020 list -- courtesy of Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling -- as it stood before players began to be signed, tagged and/or released.

Gil Brandt highlights three free agents who should stick with their current teams -- and three who should leave. Will any organization suit Tom Brady better than the Patriots? Is there any way Teddy Bridgewater returns to the Saints?

How much loot will CB Byron Jones and TE Austin Hooper command on the open market? Ahead of free agency, Tom Pelissero talks to NFL executives and others around the league about non-quarterbacks who are in line for big paydays.

Grant Gordon outlines the three biggest free agency need for each NFC team. How will the Cowboys keep -- and help -- Dak Prescott? Will the Bears bring in a challenger to Mitchell Trubisky?

Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling have combined their personal rankings to formulate NFL.com's Top 101 Free Agents of 2020. Who's off the market? Which free agents are still available?

The Bucs' draft haul went beyond star Devin White, while the Saints managed to snag a key piece without a first-round pick. Nick Shook grades every NFC South team's rookie class.

Gil Brandt ranks the 12 most clutch players in the NFL right now. Can anyone top the Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes? Where does the Ravens' Lamar Jackson rank?

With the NFL's 100th season in the books, we now have a complete picture of the order for Round 1 of the 2020 NFL Draft. Have a look at which pick your team holds, as well as needs for all 32 squads.

The order for the top 20 picks in the 2020 NFL Draft is set. Have a look at how the board shakes out after the Cincinnati Bengals, who will select first overall next April in Las Vegas.

Which pick in the 2020 NFL Draft does your team hold, and what are the top needs for all 32 clubs? Have a look at where things stand for every squad coming out of Week 16.

How can the Houston Texans' defense find success against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Brian Baldinger explains how Romeo Crennel's unit can find success and what two other teams can do to improve in Week 11.

Watch the Los Angeles Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers highlights from Week 11 of the 2020 season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul reads Los Angeles Rams' screen for second INT in as many weeks.

Watch the highlights of the Week 10 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul intercepts a pass from Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul reacts to revenge-game win over Giants.

Watch the highlights from the Week 8 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New York Giants.

NFL Network's Kim Jones says Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul "could have a field day" against a depleted Giants' offensive line.

NFL Network's Kim Jones shares what to watch for in the Week 8 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New York Giants.

Watch the highlights from the Week 6 matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Watch the best plays from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense in its Week 6 matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebackers Jason Pierre-Paul and Lavonte David in PERFECT harmony on sack celebration.

Watch the top defensive plays of Week 5 during the 2020 NFL season.

Watch the highlights from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. the Chicago Bears matchup during Week 5 of the 2020 season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul rips by RT to strip-sack Nick Foles for massive loss.

Tampa Bay outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul was mic'd up for the Buccaneers' Week 4 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

Watch highlights of the Week 2 matchup between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson gets flipped by Tampa Bay Buccaneers defenders Sean Murphy-Bunting and Jason Pierre-Paul.

Watch the highlights from the Week 1 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Saints.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul makes the sack on New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees.

NFL Network's James Palmer previews Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB Shaq Barrett's 2020 season after his offseason preparation.

NFL Network's Kim Jones discusses Tampa Bay Buccaneers DE Jason Pierre-Paul's dumbbell-lunge workout at home shortly after knee surgery.

Watch the highlights from the Week 17 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal identifies four underrated players set to be free agents this offseason.

Watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' best defensive plays from the 2019 NFL season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul brings down Matt Ryan for his second sack of Week 17.