Bowles confirms Bucs' Vea a minicamp hold-in (opens original article in a new tab)

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles confirmed that Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea is not participating in minicamp due to contract negotiations, a common practice to avoid fines and protect the player from injury.

• Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles confirmed Vita Vea is a minicamp hold-in
• Vea is not participating in practices to avoid fines and due to contract negotiations
• Vea has a history of injuries and has missed training camp in previous years