Buccaneers’ Long-Term Viability Secured With Lavonte David Extension

August 11, 2015   ·   Brent Sobleski   ·   Jump to comments

What a difference a year makes for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. To be more accurate, what a difference eight months make. 
Linebacker Lavonte David signed a five-year contract extension Monday with a max value of $54.95 million, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. This deal is further evidence that a legitimate foundation is being built for the Buccaneers' long-term success. 
Last year at this time, the Buccaneers were one of the hot picks to make the playoffs after the team hired Lovie Smith as its head coach plus spent millions of dollars during free agency to acquire defensive end Michael Johnson, left tackle Anthony Collins, quarterback Josh McCown, cornerback Alterraun Verner and defensive tackle Clinton McDonald. 
Johnson, Collins and McCown are no longer with the franchise after the team thudded to a 2-14 record, which was tied for the NFL's worst last season and warranted the No. 1 overall pick in April's NFL draft. 
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