What happened: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea did not practice during mandatory minicamp this week and was characterized as a hold-in. Vea is entering the final year of his contract, a deal scheduled to pay him $17 million with no guaranteed money remaining.

Why it matters: A hold-in lets a player report to the team to avoid fines while withholding full participation to push for a new deal, signaling Vea wants security beyond his expiring contract. Losing or distracting an anchor on the interior defensive line would be a significant blow to a Buccaneers defense built around its front, raising the stakes on how quickly the two sides find common ground before the 2026 season.

What to watch: Watch whether the Buccaneers open extension talks or restructure Vea's deal before training camp, and how he participates once camp begins.