The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up for a grueling 2026 NFL season, with a 17-game schedule that pits them against several playoff-caliber teams and potential postseason previews. From battles with the NFC North to clashes against the AFC East and other second-place finishers across the league, Todd Bowles' squad will face a relentless test from September through January.

But here's a win for the Bucs off the field: they're set to log some of the fewest air travel miles in the league. According to Bill Speros' ranking of all 32 NFL teams by regular-season travel distance, Tampa Bay lands at No. 29—meaning only the Bears, Browns, and Panthers will spend less time in the air. For context, every NFL team will clock at least 12,000 miles in 2026, except for Carolina (8,740 miles), Cleveland (9,073 miles), and Chicago (10,676 miles).

The Bucs' longest journey? A 2,003-mile trek to face the Bears in Chicago. They'll also make a 1,858-mile trip to Dallas. With lighter travel demands, Tampa Bay can focus more energy on recovery and preparation—a subtle edge in a marathon season where every mile counts.