Buccaneers Announce Key Changes to Roster Days Before Training Camp
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made some roster adjustments just days before their first 2026 training camp practice, as they waive rookie safety Ja'Qurious Conley and place two other players on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. According to reporting by ProFootballTalk (NBC Sports), the moves come with implications for the team's defense ahead of the upcoming season.
Conley signed with the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent out of Charlotte, and played three seasons at North Carolina before transferring to Charlotte in 2024. Despite his potential, he’s been waived due to a non-football injury designation. Lucas and Ndubuisi will also miss the start of camp after being added to the PUP list.
Waiving Safety Ja'Qurious Conley
The Buccaneers have waived rookie safety Ja'Qurious Conley with a non-football injury designation, despite his promising statistics in college. Conley registered 64 tackles and three interceptions during his time at North Carolina before transferring to Charlotte. Lucas and Ndubuisi, meanwhile, will miss the start of camp after being added to the PUP list.
Roster Adjustments Ahead of 2026 Training Camp
Lucas entered the NFL as a seventh-round pick of the Lions in 2022. He made Detroit’s roster as a rookie and played 18 games, contributing six tackles. During his time with the 49ers in 2025, Lucas played 15 games and had nine tackles, including one pass defensed and one quarterback hit. Ndubuisi also participated in the International Player Pathway Program (IPPP) before joining the Cardinals as an offensive tackle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What changes are we seeing on the Buccaneers' roster?
A: The Buccaneers have waived rookie safety Ja'Qurious Conley and placed defensive players Chase Lucas and Haggai Ndubuisi on the PUP list before their 2026 training camp.