The 2025 NFL Draft is approaching, stirring speculation on team needs and potential player fits. The Buccaneers have diverse needs across positions but lack a standout gap in their roster. Pro Football Focus suggests Malaki Starks, a top safety prospect from Georgia, as an ideal pick for the Bucs in the upcoming draft.
While Starks is a strong candidate to bolster the defensive backfield alongside Antoine Winfield Jr., PFF's recommendation bypasses talented cornerback Will Johnson from Michigan. Johnson could offer the Bucs a solid lockdown option opposite Zyon McCollum, ensuring long-term stability in the cornerback position. The Bucs face a decision between Starks and Johnson to fortify their defense in the upcoming draft.