Spectacular images taken by the Artemis II crew of earthset and the eclipse. Just incredible. NASA posts them here and it’s free to access: images.nasa.gov

I can’t believe I didn’t count the bar…it’s *515 🤦🏼‍♀️

Baker Mayfield solidly squatting 450 pounds…

The Artemis II crew just named a crater “Carroll” after Reid Wiseman’s wife Carroll, who was a nurse and died May 17, 2020 at the age of 46 after a five-year battle with cancer. The two of them are pictured here with their two daughters Ellie and Katherine.

The Bucs have re-signed offensive tackle Justin Skule, who had previously been with the team from 2022-2024 and spent 2025 with the Vikings. He’ll serve as a backup swing tackle.

Is there like a Peyton and Eli alternate version of this “Lunar Flyby” broadcast where other astronauts sit on their couches analyzing what’s happening and then celebrities hop on? I want Buzz Aldrin being messy. I want Leslie Jones reacting in real time. #ArtemisII

As the Tampa Bay Times reported, the Bucs are bringing back Rakeem Nunez-Roches on a one-year deal, a source confirmed. Todd Bowles said a goal was to get bigger and more physical along the defensive line. They did that already with A’Shawn Robinson’s signing. This furthers that.

Bucs coach Todd Bowles said he knew it was going to be retirement when he got the phone call from Lavonte David and said it was an “emotional conversation.” He said David “touched the whole building” and led with “class, determination and heart.”

Lavonte David lost his mother Lynette and almost gave up football in 2016. He credits his family and teammates like Gerald McCoy for helping him navigate his grief. He played 10 more seasons with her picture inside his locker, reminding him to “keep going” www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Moments after Alvaro Folgueiras’ three-point game winner — as his Iowa teammates celebrated on the court — he ran into his mother’s arms. “She sent a 16-year-old kid to America without knowing any English ... without anything but dreams and hunger.” www.espn.com/mens-college...

Antoine Winfield Jr’s fiancée Teesa is an absolutely incredible person. You spend a few minutes with her and you can just feel her warmth as a human being. God truly knew what He was doing by putting her in position to help www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Had an opportunity to sit down with Bucs GM Jason Licht yesterday to talk about Mike Evans’ departure and where things stand for the organization right now. These are my biggest takeaways from that conversation www.espn.com/video/clip/_...

Speaking for the first time since Mike Evans’ departure, Bucs GM Jason Licht said he “does not feel betrayed” after Evans said on numerous occasions that he wanted to be a Buc his whole career. “Sometimes you’re just ready for another chapter,” Licht said www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Bucs general manager Jason Licht said of the team trying to keep Mike Evans: “We made a significantly higher offer [than the 49ers] and that was just the first offer." He added, "I feel like we did everything we could."

A statement from Mike Evans to Bucs fans:

From Emeka Egbuka re: his X account. Very confusing for a lot of people, I know, as it was widely followed and the team tagged it quite a bit.

Mike Evans’ wife Ashli Evans posted this on IG: “Grateful for all the memories this city gave to our family! I will cherish this chapter of life ❤️❤️ thank you Tampa.”

A’Shawn Robinson said it was the defense that attracted him to Tampa, and Vita Vea. “Got the big dog up front. He eats people, kills people, destroys ‘em.”

New Buc A’Shawn Robinson on where his ‘ass-kicker’ mentality comes from: “Comes from a little kid they used to try to pick on for not having anything, for being so poor. So know what I did every day? Whooped somebody ass. Every day. Every day you said something, I beat the shit out of you.”

Footage of former Bucs Kenny Bell and Mason Foster were featured in a recent White House social media video that juxtaposes football collisions with military attacks. Here’s what they had to say www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Mike Evans said Thursday that he wanted to go to a team that “always competes for championships” and “even with all the injuries last year ... I feel like [the Niners] were one piece away. And I think that I am that piece” www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Bucs head coach Todd Bowles said of Mike Evans: “It’s hard to see him leave, but I respect his decision.” More:

Statement from Bucs general manager Jason Licht on Mike Evans’ departure:

Mike Evans was Jason Licht’s first ever draft pick as a GM in 2014. This is what’s hanging in his home. It belongs to his oldest son Charlie, who was five at the time. Licht said of keeping Evans a Buc for life: “It would mean everything for the franchise, for ownership, for all of us.” He’s a 49er.

Mike Evans is headed to the San Francisco 49ers…

Tight end Cade Otton is returning to Tampa on a three-year deal, per source.

Kyle Pitts posted this about Rondale Moore’s celebration of life… “Crazy how only about 6 maybe 7 of your teammates in the NFL showed up for you today smfh. All that talk about fake emotion and nobody want to show up to lay you to rest. Just at a loss of words.”

No franchise tag for Mike Evans and that isn’t surprising. It was communicated to me by multiple people that they felt Evans has the right to speak to other teams. The only reason I think Jason Licht didn’t flat-out say, “No, we won’t use the tag” was because he had yet to meet with Evans’ agents

Powerful words from KC Concepcion: “I wanna be a role model for those who may be scared to speak up, who may be afraid and not confident in yourself. … Don’t let a[n] outside person’s thoughts, opinions get in the way of you being great, of you achieving something in life.” ❤️

Update: I’m told that the Bucs met with Mike Evans' representatives Darren Jones and Deryk Gilmore at the NFL combine Thursday night and will aggressively pursue trying to re-sign him.

Throughout our conversation with Bucs general manager Jason Licht, he expressed support for Todd Bowles. Here’s what he had to say when asked to address the fans who don’t share that same confidence.

From the NFL Combine…Here’s what Todd Bowles and Jason Licht had to say about the situation with Mike Evans and Lavonte David…

Oh yeah…I made it to Indianapolis for the NFL Combine 😊 First time traveling since the back surgery. The last time I flew (Detroit in Week 7), it was such an agonizingly painful trip. I was like, ‘I can’t put off surgery any longer.’ So grateful to be feeling so much better ❤️

Both Jason Licht and Todd Bowles said Mike Evans has “earned the right” to hear what other teams have to say. They want him back, as they do Lavonte David. But they said both have earned the right to take pause and decide what their next steps are www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

I’m told that Bucs’ longtime captain and inside linebacker Lavonte David has not made a decision yet on if he’ll return for a 15th season. His representative will meet with the Bucs to discuss.

Per his agent Deryk Gilmore, Mike Evans will be playing a 13th season. He will be playing in 2026. To be determined where. He’ll weigh his options.

This is from Mike Evans’ agent Deryk Gilmore regarding posts circulating on social media. He calls out clickbait posts and fake quotes, which have becoming increasingly prevalent, especially on Facebook.

In honor of the Grammys, here’s Michael Jackson’s 1988 performance of “The Way You Make Me Feel” and “Man In The Mirror.” Incredible ending youtu.be/m_7ql1tf-eA?...

Those close to Mike Evans whom I have spoken with today say he hasn’t talked about his future. He hasn’t talked to the team about it either. None of those convos have happened. I talked to him right after the season and he said he’d start thinking about things after the Super Bowl.

Kevin Stefanski was asked about Baker Mayfield’s post about not giving him a phone call after he was traded by Cleveland. He did not want to get into detail but said, "Baker's somebody that I have a ton of respect for as a player and a person.” www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

It’s Bucs new OC Zac Robinson’s son Cooper’s birthday today and he’s got a Mike Evans jersey on. I asked if he’s using that to leverage an Evans return. “I’ve got a ton of respect for Mike and his game…Gotta work through a lot of things but would obviously love an opportunity to work with Mike.”

Interrupting conference championship and Super Bowl matchup discussion to bring you… Chris and Mariah Godwin baby content. Ace doing a very good job making his mommy and daddy laugh. He just celebrated his first birthday on Jan. 2. IG: _mrstwelve

Tom Brady the analyst calling Rams-Seahawks NFC Championship: “Unless there’s blood, don’t call it.” Tom Brady the player, flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct after a no-call in what resulted in a bloody lip vs the Rams. He is consistent.

Praying for peace in Minnesota and elsewhere, and that we not only see our shared humanity, but act in accordance with that recognition. May we love one another and not harm one another.

Very cool to see BlueSky promoting NFL reporters and their coverage. Excellent follows on this list too, might I add.

We have an incredible community of sports writers who have helped Bluesky become a meaningful place for discussing live events and news. Ahead of today's playoffs, we're sharing the below starter pack as just a sampling of names that have brought us expert coverage throughout the year.

The Bucs are making former Falcons offense coordinator Zac Robinson their new OC www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield said he was “shipped off like a piece of garbage” from Cleveland and never got a call from coach Kevin Stefanski when it all went down.

The Bucs are hiring longtime Steelers special teams coordinator Danny Smith, per source. Smith is 72 and had been with Pittsburgh since 2013.

I need BlueSky to let me be long-winded. These character limits are not OK. I HAVE A LOT TO SAY.