What happened: Vita Vea formally requested a trade after extension negotiations with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stalled. The two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle reported to training camp after staying away from the voluntary offseason program.
Why it matters: Vea has averaged 5.5 sacks across the past five seasons, unusually strong production for a nose tackle. Missing only seven games during that span strengthens his case as an elite and dependable interior defender.