Born February 13, 1971, in Fremont, Nebraska. 12th season as Buccaneers GM - one of NFL's longest-tenured traditional GMs. Originally pursued medicine (biology/pre-med degree at Nebraska Wesleyan, played DT). Career began with Dolphins as scouting assistant (1995). Stints at National Football Scouting, Panthers, Patriots (1999-2002) - SUPER BOWL XXXVI CHAMPION. Eagles VP of player personnel (2003-07, fired May 2008). Cardinals personnel executive (2008) - Super Bowl XLIII appearance. Patriots director of pro personnel (2009-11). Cardinals VP of player personnel (2012-13). As Bucs GM: SUPER BOWL LV CHAMPION (2020 - signed Tom Brady, traded for Gronk, 12 of 22 starters were Licht draft picks). 4 consecutive NFC South titles (2021-24). Drafted Mike Evans (2014, 1st pick - 11 consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, NFL record), Vita Vea, Tristan Wirfs. All 38 of his 2019-24 draft picks (Rds 1-6) on NFL rosters in 2024. Extended June 2025. 2025 season: 8-9, missed playoffs.