5 best players available for the Bucs on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft with picks No. 46 and No. 77 after selecting Rueben Bain Jr. in the first round, which shifts the focus possibly toward the secondary, linebacker, and overall roster balance.

Based on the current board and confirmed selections, these are five players who are still in play for Tampa Bay:

Jermod McCoy remains one of the top corners available and fills a direct need on the outside. His production and ability to contest throws align with what the secondary needs.

C.J. Allen brings consistent production and a three-down profile after leading Georgia with 88 tackles in 2025 while handling a full-time role. He's also awesome in coverage and could lead the team for years to come.

Jacob Rodriguez is another linebacker option with high-volume production, totaling 252 tackles over the past two seasons, suggesting immediate involvement at the next level. He is another option for the Buccaneers' future signal caller.

Denzel Boston provides size at receiver. With Mike Evans no longer on the roster, adding a bigger-bodied target remains in play.

T.J. Parker still offers value even after addressing edge in Round 1, giving Tampa Bay another option to continue building depth along the defensive front, because he can do more than just rush off the outside.

With two selections on Day 2, Tampa Bay has the flexibility to address multiple needs while adding players who can immediately impact this roster.

This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: NFL Draft: Defense highlights the best players for the Bucs on Day 2