The Bucs are planning a massive renovation to Raymond James Stadium, co-owner Joel Glazer confirmed, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Speaking at the conclusion of the NFL’s annual meetings, Glazer admitted they are focused on improving RayJay and evaluating their options for the stadium that opened in 1998.

Bucs co-owner Joel Glazer acknowledged the team is looking at a major renovation to Raymond James Stadium but they have not completely communicated those plans to Hillsborough County but he said there has been dialogue. pic.twitter.com/hlEm6t7ss8

— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) April 1, 2025

“It’s something you’re always looking at because the fan experience is so important in the NFL, in all sports,” Glazer said. “So we’re constantly looking at the stadium, constantly looking at how we can improve it. We did stuff about six years ago, but now it’s six years later and there’s been a lot of new stadiums built, a lot of different renovations done. Some advances.

“So we’re currently looking at all those types of things and evaluating it. There will be a time and a place but we will always want to improve the stadium and keep it up to the highest standards.”

However, Hillsborough County officials have indicated that they haven’t had much communication with the Bucs or the Glazer family about their stadium plans.

“I’ve heard people say there’s been no communication,” Glazer said. “That’s actually not very accurate. You know, we’re going through a phase right now where we’re assessing the stadium, what might be needed. I know they’re assessing the stadium and what might be needed. Once both of us are done with our assessments, then we come together and work through things.

“We’ve always had an excellent relationship with everybody at the (Tampa Sports Authority). They do great. They do a great job at Hillsborough County and that’s the process that’s happening right now. ... It’s just patiently working through what everybody has to do. It’s such an important part of the community, the other events that come to town. My God, Taylor Swift came to town and all the concerts we have so there’s multiple people affected by it. Not just us, but tourism and everything like that. We’ve got to make sure we all come together and meet the needs of what’s necessary.”

A critical decision is looming on the fate of Raymond James with the Bucs’ lease set to expire in 2028. By that time, the stadium will be 30 years old, well past the expiration date of many NFL venues.

In addition, the Glazers want to help Tampa Bay attract Super Bowls and college football national championship games.

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