WR Hackett to visit Tampa

The Bucs continue to examine the free agent receivers available and plan to take a closer look at one on Thursday.

Seattle free agent D.J. Hackett is scheduled to visit the Bucs on Thursday, according to his agent, Kevin Robinson. He was on his way to Washington this morning for a visit with the Redskins, the first visit for both the player and team since the start of free agency on Feb. 29. Hackett also is scheduled to stop in Charlotte, N.C. for a visit with the Panthers on Friday.

The 26-year-old Hackett was slowed by an ankle injury last season and finished with 364 yards on 32 receptions in six games. Among those were two 100-yard games.

The Bucs have had only preliminary contract talks with Hackett's agent. The Seahawks remain a possible destination for Hackett, especially because the Seahawks are concerned about having to play part of the season without leading receiver Deion Branch, who sustained a torn ACL in a playoff game in January. It's possible he won't be ready at the start of the regular season.