LG Ben Bredeson sharply reacted after GM Jason Licht decided to cut his salary following the injury he suffered after the loss to the Patriots
LG Ben Bredeson sharply reacted after GM Jason Licht decided to cut his salary following the injury he suffered after the loss to the Patriots
Tampa Bay, Florida – 11/13/2025
The undercurrent at the AdventHealth Training Center erupted on Thursday morning when Ben Bredeson — the recently added Left Guard for the Buccaneers — sharply responded to GM Jason Licht’s decision to reduce his salary following the injury he suffered in the 23–28 loss to the New England Patriots. According to multiple internal sources, the decision stirred quiet dissatisfaction inside the locker room and ignited a larger debate about Tampa Bay’s personnel management as the team navigates a challenging stretch of the season.
According to ESPN, Bredeson’s injury came from a direct collision early in the third quarter, forcing him to leave the game and preventing him from returning. But just days later, he received notice of a contract adjustment — something Bredeson described as “a hit even harder than the collision that put me on the ground.” He appeared before the media this morning with a tense expression, showing no attempt to hide his disappointment.
“I’ve always played this game with honesty and total dedication,” Bredeson said. “But having my salary reduced when I was injured fighting for this team is something I can’t take lightly. I feel not only physically hurt, but disrespected.”
ESPN sources say several veteran Buccaneers players sympathized with Bredeson, believing that reducing his pay under these circumstances creates a “cold atmosphere” at a time when the team is trying to regain stability. One anonymous player went as far as calling it “an unreasonable move at a sensitive moment.”
Head coach Todd Bowles declined to give a clear position but emphasized that he always supports players who “put their heart into every block.” Meanwhile, Jason Licht stood firm in his decision, insisting that all adjustments were based on “long-term calculations for the team.”
GM Jason Licht said:
“I understand Ben’s frustration, and no one wants to see a player get injured while giving everything for the team. But every decision I make comes from my responsibility to the future of the Buccaneers. I respect Ben and always want to see him come back stronger.”
In Tampa Bay, the Bredeson–Licht situation has sparked a broader conversation about the team’s culture and how players are treated in injury-related situations. With a tough schedule ahead, internal conflict is something the Buccaneers cannot afford to let linger.
As Bredeson focuses on recovery, the Buccaneers now face a bigger question: is their unity strong enough to withstand the storm — both on and off the field? And as always in the NFL, the answer will be written on the line of scrimmage.
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Jacksonville, Florida – January , 2026
Fred Taylor has always been more than just a player to Jacksonville. For over a decade as a Jaguar, he dedicated his life to both his football career and giving back to his community. With unmatched toughness, leadership, and heart, Taylor became a symbol of what it means to be a true Jaguar — a proud protector of the team and the community he loved.
However, one of the charities affiliated with his Fred Taylor Foundation, which aimed to support underprivileged children and at-risk youth in Florida, was found to have misused funds meant for these vulnerable groups. Taylor took immediate legal action, determined to protect the families and children who trusted his charity and commitment to serving Jacksonville beyond the football field.
Auditors discovered that less than 40% of the funds raised went to the children’s programs, far less than the promised 80%. The remaining money was diverted to inflated executive salaries, bogus operational fees, and personal luxuries unrelated to any charitable mission.
Taylor felt deeply betrayed, knowing that the children who were supposed to benefit from his charity were instead let down. “I’ve spent my career fighting on and off the field for this community,” Taylor said. “I’m not going to let anyone exploit the kids we’ve worked so hard to help.” His lawsuit sought to return the funds that had been misappropriated and restore the faith of the community he spent over a decade uplifting.
The Jacksonville Jaguars stood by Taylor throughout the legal battle, assisting with evidence gathering, helping clarify the financial records, and ensuring that the truth was made known in the courtroom. The organization made it clear that their legends — in every form — would never fight alone.
The judge ruled strongly in Taylor’s favor. The charity was ordered to pay $2.1 million in restitution, with its executives banned from managing any nonprofit organization for at least 10 years. All remaining funds will be directed immediately back to the underprivileged children and youth programs in Florida.
Fred Taylor refused to accept a single dollar for himself. Every cent recovered will go directly to the young students, at-risk youth, and the Fred Taylor Foundation programs that have inspired his work, including thousands of hospital visits, school appearances, and charity drives throughout his career.
With an illustrious career as the Jaguars' all-time leading rusher (11,271 yards, 62 touchdowns), a Pro Bowl selection, and as a semifinalist for the Hall of Fame, Fred Taylor has built a legacy that stands among the greatest in Jacksonville's history. And now, his greatest legacy might be his dedication to protecting the hope and dignity of the children he’s always championed.
His message resonated throughout Jacksonville: “I ran for touchdowns and broke tackles on the field, but I’ve always had a greater purpose. If anyone steals from our kids, they answer to me — and they answer to this community.”
Taylor’s words proved that his loyalty to Jacksonville runs deeper than any on-field accomplishment. Tonight, Jacksonville celebrates more than a courtroom victory — they celebrate a protector who continues to fight long after his time on the field.
Fred Taylor remains the heart and shield of this community — forever Jaguar, forever family.
