Trending Now - Buccaneers Sign Edge Rusher Al-quadin Muhammad

WHO:

Al-Quadin Muhammad, outside linebacker, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Alex Anzalone, linebacker, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Aidan Hutchinson, Pro Bowler, Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears

WHAT:

Al-Quadin Muhammad signed a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers worth up to $6 million.

In 2025, Muhammad recorded career highs: 11.0 sacks, 9 tackles for loss, and 20 quarterback hits.

Muhammad had three multi-sack games in the 2025 season, specifically in Week Three against Baltimore, Week 14 against Dallas, and Week 17 against Minnesota.

Muhammad was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 14 after achieving three sacks in a game against the Dallas Cowboys.

WHERE:

Tampa Bay, Florida

Detroit, Michigan

Inglewood, California (site of the game against the Los Angeles Rams)

WHEN:

Muhammad was originally signed to the practice squad on October 7th, 2024.

Muhammad was elevated to the active roster on November 7th, 2024.

Muhammad signed a one-year deal with the Lions in the offseason prior to the 2025 season.

The signing of Muhammad by the Buccaneers was announced on Thursday, March 12th, 2026.

WHY:

The Buccaneers aimed to strengthen their defense by adding a player coming off the best season of his career.

HOW:

Muhammad's signing was part of the free agent negotiating period that began on March 9th, 2026.

(UPDATED March 13, 2026 01:28 UTC)

In a move to bolster their defense, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced yesterday that they have signed Al-Quadin Muhammad to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million. Muhammad, who had a standout 2025 season with career highs including 11 sacks and three multi-sack games, was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after a dominant performance against the Dallas Cowboys. This signing comes as part of the free agent negotiating period that began on March 9, 2026, following Muhammad's previous stint with the Detroit Lions.