2026 Bucs free agent preview: Offensive Lineman Charlie Heck

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As we move closer to the next stage of the offseason, we want to ensure there is a complete preview of the Bucs heading into 2026. So to achieve that, we will be doing free agent previews for notable players the team will have on the market in the coming weeks.

In this piece, we will be previewing offensive tackle Charlie Heck.

The Bucs' free agency will be both interesting and pivotal to their success in 2026. As Jason Licht has shown, he can be aggressive, but it is not like him to spend a lot in free agency. However, he does tend to like to retain Tampa Bay talent that he has seen develop properly, or arrive and make a splash.

So with the table set, here is a free agent preview.

Background​

• College: North Carolina
• Year Drafted: 2020 (4th Round)
• Notable Achievements: N/A

Notable 2025 Statistics​

• 17 Games
• 6 Starts

Projected Contract Value​

• $1.5 Million (per Over the Cap)

Player Summary​

Charlie Heck filled in for the Bucs when the offensive line was battered all season long. While the team used him a lot, the results make the idea of a return very questionable. He was a liability at times in the passing game, but showed some good results as a run blocker at the very least. Even if he is offered to be back on a cheaper deal, the Bucs need to find a new swing tackle for 2026.

This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: 2026 Bucs free agent preview: OL Charlie Heck

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