NFL Power Rankings: Week 12 Nov 18, 2008
No. 4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Last week: NR). Who the heck is B.J. Askew. (Suite101.com)
Second-half shutdown leads to 19-13 loss Nov 18, 2008
The second-half struggles were responsible for the 19-13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The disparity between the first half and second half of a football game was on clear display Sunday in Tampa. (VikingUpdate.com)
Bucs RB Graham facing IR Nov 18, 2008
Graham, a fifth-year Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back, likely will be placed on injured reserve and will miss the rest of this season. Missing the rest of the season would not change his contract status, as he signed a four-year, $11. (Florida Today)
'Pacman' Jones' status still in limbo Nov 18, 2008
"We're preparing the players I have. ... If it turns out that he does come back and he is ready, I'll prepare that."BUCS' GRAHAM HURT: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Earnest Graham injured his right ankle during a victory over the Minnesota Vikings, and coach Jon Gruden said the running back's season "could be in jeopardy."Graham was hurt on his only carry in Sunday's 19-13 win, limping off after landing awkwardly when he was tackled after a 3-yard gain. GIANTS' JACOBS HAVING MRI: Giants running back... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lynch retiring after 15-year career Nov 18, 2008
The hard-hitting, nine-time Pro Bowl safety retired Monday, saying it was time to begin a new phase of life after 11 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and four more with the Denver Broncos ... The hard-hitting, nine-time Pro Bowl safety retired Monday, saying it was time to begin a new phase of life after 11 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and four more with the Denver Broncos. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Vikings-Bucs Depth Chart Nov 17, 2008
Date: Nov 16, 2008 A two-deep look at Sunday's matchups between the Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. to read the rest of this story. (VikingUpdate.com)
Bucs Slow Peterson to Beat Vikings 19-13 Nov 17, 2008
Garcia threw for 255 yards without an interception and scrambled for two first downs on a time-consuming go-ahead field goal drive in the fourth quarter, helping the Bucs defeat the Minnesota Vikings 19-13 on Sunday. Stay on top of breaking news. (ABC 7 News, DC)
No blowout, just a win Nov 17, 2008
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-3) also won Sunday. Next week's opponents, the Atlanta Falcons (6-4), lost. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Week 11: Romo Wrangles Win For Cowboys Nov 17, 2008
Tampa Bay 19, Minnesota 13 Jeff Garcia didn't give Adrian Peterson a chance to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Garcia threw for 255 yards without an interception and scrambled for two first downs on a long, time-consuming go-ahead field goal drive in the fourth quarter, helping the Bucs defeat the Minnesota Vikings 19-13 on Sunday. (KCRA 3, CA)
TOP 25 / No. 3 Gators swamp Spurrier No. 4 Texas routs Kansas to stay in... Nov 16, 2008
Not even with the USFL's Tampa Bay Bandits or with the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 49ers and Washington Redskins. More Sports. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Sorry, Spurrier: Gators hand former coach his worst loss Nov 16, 2008
Not even with the USFL's Tampa Bay Bandits or with the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Francisco 49ers and Washington Redskins ... Not even with the USFL's Tampa Bay Bandits or with the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Francisco 49ers and Washington Redskins. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Buccaneers prepare for heavy dose of Adrian Peterson Nov 16, 2008
Ask him about Minnesota s Adrian Peterson, though, and the architect of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense is tempted to let go. He s big, he s fast, he s powerful, he s can stop on a dime, he s quick, he loves football, he plays hard, Kiffin said before pausing to take a breath. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Quick and easy for UF Nov 16, 2008
The 50-point margin was the worst loss of Spurrier's playing or coaching career (309 games) - including his time as the coach of the USFL's Tampa Bay Bandits, the NFL's Washington Redskins and his playing days with Florida, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the San Francisco 49ers. "If there's a more explosive offense than us, then they're a pretty good team," said wide receiver Percy Harvin, who rushed for 167 yards and two touchdowns, including an 80-yarder on the first offensive snap of the third... (Florida Times-Union)
Murray ousts ailing Federer in Masters Nov 15, 2008
John Lynch, a nine-time Pro Bowler with the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers who was with the Patriots in training camp this season, will announce his retirement Monday. New York Giants offensive tackle Kareem McKenzie was charged with drunken driving after a traffic stop Thursday night in Little Falls, N.J.. (Boston Globe)
NFL Notebook: Hard-hitting safety Lynch to retire (Today) Nov 15, 2008
Lynch, 37 and a nine-time Pro Bowler for the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has decided to retire and officially will end his career with a news conference Monday in Tampa, Fla. He finished with 1,277 tackles, 100 pass breakups and 26 interceptions in 224 regular-season games. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Lynch will retire on Monday in Tampa Nov 15, 2008
(AP) - John Lynch, a nine-time Pro Bowler with the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will announce his retirement on Monday in Tampa, Fla. The hard-hitting safety had 1,277 tackles and 26 interceptions in 224 regular-season games. (FindLaw News)
Even better as champions? Giants dominating title defense Nov 14, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... Since 2000, the Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers missed the playoffs the year after they won the Vince Lombardi Trophy. (USA Today -- Sports)
WEEK 11 PREVIEWS Nov 14, 2008
Minnesota Vikings (5-4) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3). Sunday, 1, Fox (Sam Rosen, Tim Ryan, Chris Myers). (USA Today -- Sports)
Hobbling Bucs get bye-week breather Nov 14, 2008
And Gruden, right, took it to the extreme by banishing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from meetings for seven whole days. "I've done a lot of research on what's going on around the league with the bye week," Gruden said. (Florida Today)
Minnesota back is Mobile and agile Nov 14, 2008
The NFL's leading rusher, who will try to slip through and around the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense at 1 p.m. Sunday at Raymond James Stadium, was asked if his sudden success was out of the realm of his imagination. The second-year Minnesota Vikings running back, the No. 7 overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma, answered. (Florida Today)
Bucs activate Cadillac Nov 14, 2008
The return of an old force could reinvigorate a successful but battered Tampa Bay Buccaneers group of running backs. But first things first. (Florida Today)
Meet the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame Nov 14, 2008
Location: South Bend, INColors: Gold and BlueFormer Fighting Irish: Paul Hornung - Halfback, Safety, Punter - Green Bay Packers (1957-1962) (1964-1966), Nick Buoniconti - Linebacker - Boston Patriots (1962-1968); Miami Dolphins (1969-1976), Dave Casper - Tight End - Oakland Raiders (1974-1980); Houston Oilers (1981-1983); Minnesota Vikings (1983); Los Angeles Raiders (1984), Justin Tuck - Defensive End - New York Giants (2005-present), Brady Quinn - Quarterback - Cleveland Browns (2007-present),... (GoMidshipmen.com)
Ready to drive? Bucs activate Cadillac Williams Nov 13, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers activate Cadillac Williams ... Tampa Bay Buccaneers activate Cadillac Williams ... Watch highlights from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-27 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. (ESPN -- Football News)
Chargers sign RB Michael Bennett Nov 13, 2008
SAN DIEGO (AP) -Running back Michael Bennett signed with the San Diego Chargers on Wednesday, hours after being released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Bennett, an eight-year pro, carried only seven times for 12 yards with the Buccaneers, an average of 1. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bennett claimed by Bolts Nov 13, 2008
- (Sports Network) - The San Diego Chargers claimed running back Michael Bennett off waivers following his release by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earlier Wednesday. Bennett had signed a multi-year deal with the Bucs following last season but was released to make room for Carnell "Cadillac" Williams, who was activated off the physically unable to perform list. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Peppers top NFC defender Nov 13, 2008
CADILLAC IS BACK: Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Carnell "Cadillac" Williams is returning from a career-threatening knee injury that has sidelined him for more than a year. The team activated him from the reserve physically unable to perform list before practice Wednesday, and he could get some playing time this week against the Minnesota Vikings. (News & Observer -- Sports)
GERRY DULACS WEEK 10 NFL FORECAST (Today) Nov 13, 2008
Minnesota Vikings (5-4) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3), 1 p.m. -- This will be a good indicator for the Vikings, who have won four in a row. It will also be a good test for the Tampa Bay defense: Can the Bucs stop Adrian Peterson, who put 192 rushing last week. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Peppers earns weekly honor Nov 13, 2008
The game was Peppers' first three-sack effort since Nov. 13, 2006 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, when he had three sacks in a 24-10 win on Monday Night Football. Peppers is the second Panthers defensive player to earn an honor from the league in the last 10 days. (PantherInsider.com)
Gruden says he's not interested in Vols job Nov 12, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Jon Gruden was a graduate assistant at Tennessee from 1986-87 and his wife graduated from the school ... - Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden dismissed rumors that he might be interested in succeeding Phillip Fulmer at the University of Tennessee. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NFL Insider: Dolphins' rise raising playoff hopes in Miami Nov 12, 2008
" Out of the garage? Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Carnell "Cadillac" Williams is expected to be activated off the physically unable to perform list Wednesday 14 months after tearing the patella tendon in his right leg against the Carolina Panthers. Williams' grueling rehabilitation has been a source of inspiration to teammates and head coach Jon Gruden, who said during the offseason he watched Williams run steps reminiscent of Sylvester Stallone in Rocky. The 2005 Offensive Rookie of the... (USA Today -- Sports)
Bucs to decide soon if Cadillac (knee) will return Nov 11, 2008
ESPN - Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Carnell Williams could be ready to retrurn ... Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Carnell Williams could be ready to retrurn. (ESPN -- Football News)
Gruden dispels interest in Vols job Nov 11, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden s name has been linked to a coaching vacancy this one at the University of Tennessee, where he once was a graduate assistant and Gruden is forced to shoot down another rumor. SEC FOOTBALL. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
New faces surround Chiefs' reliable TE Nov 9, 2008
In their last two games, the Chiefs were in position to beat two good teams in the New York Jets and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but both times things went blooey at the end ... Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ripe for the kicking? Nov 9, 2008
The New York Jets scored a touchdown with a minute remaining to win 28-24, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers tied the game on a touchdown with 19 seconds remaining and won 30-27 in overtime last week. The Chiefs have lost on last-drive touchdowns, defensive end Luis Castillo said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
SHORTSIGHTED Nov 9, 2008
Division records of 2-1 have taken the Carolina Panthers (6-2) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3) to the top. The Saints, hovering at. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Coin Toss a Special Moment for Former Bulldog Stars Nov 9, 2008
During his 14-year NFL career, Dilfer threw for 113 touchdowns and amassed 20,518 passing yards while playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1994-1999), Baltimore Ravens (2000), Seattle Seahawks (2001-04), Cleveland Browns (2005) and most recently with the San Francisco 49ers (2006-07) ... With a 97-yard kick return for a touchdown in his second NFL game that sparked the largest comeback (21 point deficit) in his Tampa Bay Buccaneers' history, Clifton "Batman" Smith cherishes his Bulldog roots. (Gobulldogs.com)
Ajirotutu Catches Pair of TDs against Wolf Pack Nov 9, 2008
Smith was the 2007 Bulldog MVP and is currently playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dilfer is Super Bowl winning quarterback and current ESPN NFL analyst. (Gobulldogs.com)
Is Stroud on decline? Nov 9, 2008
Instead, the Chiefs had to punt the ball, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won in overtime. Pereira, though, is irate about criticism of the officials. (Florida Times-Union)
Frustrated Gonzalez feels stuck with Chiefs Nov 8, 2008
In their past two games, the Chiefs were in position to beat two good teams in the New York Jets and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but both times things went blooey at the end. It's more encouraging, yet frustrating as hell, Gonzalez said when asked if it's better or worse to be close enough to lose winnable games. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Davis will have to earn his way back on the team's active roster: Nov 8, 2008
Davis will have to earn his way back on the team's active roster. San Diego Chargers: 32. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Bucs' Johnson staying ready Nov 8, 2008
The 22-year-old Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie has little hope of playing this season, being fourth on the quarterback depth chart behind two proven veterans in Jeff Garcia and Brian Griese plus Luke McCown. Johnson, a fifth-round draft pick this year out of Division I-AA San Diego University, put up some compelling statistics in college -- he threw 43 touchdown passes as a senior and had just one interception -- but he did so playing against the likes of Azusa Pacific, Dayton, Davidson and Butler. (Florida Today)
The Football Giants Nov 8, 2008
I can't argue with success, only their rather underrated NFC South divisional opponents, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the New Orleans Saints and the Atlanta Falcons, pose a threat to a playoff bye. The Arizona Cardinals, 5-3, moved to the desert more than 20 years ago and mostly spent that time looking lost, as if they were trying to get to Las Vegas and got bad directions. (Slate)
SURPRISING FALCONS Nov 7, 2008
The Falcons lost to both the Carolina Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by 24-9 counts. But a closer examination of the schedule also shows wins against the Green Bay Packers on the road and the Chicago Bears no slouches. (USA Today -- Sports)
Assessing the NFC South teams' chances Nov 7, 2008
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have played through injuries and a game of musical chairs at quarterback ... Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3). (WWLTV.com, LA)
Scouting report: Chiefs: Nov 6, 2008
Moreover, despite playing with a roster that has included 19 rookies and a starting lineup with as many as seven first-year players, the Chiefs beat the Broncos and took the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into overtime last Sunday ... Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Former Bucs coach wins election bid Nov 6, 2008
PICKENS, S.C. -- Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Cincinnati Bengals coach Sam Wyche is again an authority figure ... He was the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1992 to 1995. (Florida Today)
MIDWEEK CONFIDENTIAL: Brady-less Belichick looking lost Nov 5, 2008
In their latest gaffe, they helped the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 30-27 in overtime. The Chiefs had a 27-19 lead with 2:21 left when veteran tight end Tony Gonzalez caught a third-down pass from Tyler Thigpen. (Florida Times-Union)
Pack in pros Nov 4, 2008
Played as a reserve safety in the Chiefs' 30-27 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but did not have a tackle So far this season has played in all eight games as a reserve and has contributed nine tackles, seven solo, including one for a loss, on defense and added three special teams hits ... Starting middle linebacker made seven solo hits and three assists for a team-high 10 tackles in the Chiefs' 30-27 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Has started all eight games this year... (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Badgers in the NFL - Week Nine Nov 4, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers. RB Michael Bennett two carries for one yards in 30-27 overtime win over Kansas City. (BadgerNation.com)
Antonio Bryant reviving career with Bucs Nov 4, 2008
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver was a player without a team a year ago and had no one to blame but himself after a couple of run-ins with former coaches and trouble off the field derailed his career. "It was most frustrating because it wasn't because of my talent," said Bryant, who clashed with Bill Parcells in Dallas and Mike Nolan in San Francisco before winding up out of football in 2007. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Chiefs Blow Lead To Bucs, 30-27 Nov 4, 2008
After a 30-27 overtime loss at the hands of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, its clear the Chiefs simply arent getting any breaks. How else do you explain the fact that for the second week in a row, this team was plus three in turnovers but lost again. (WarPaintIllustrated.com)
Bucs recover from big hole, beat KC in OT Nov 3, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Michael Bennett (29) is pulled down by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Turk McBride (90) during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008 in Kansas City, Mo. Bucs recover from big hole, beat KC in OT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bucs overcome huge deficit, defeat Chiefs in OT Nov 3, 2008
(AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers needed some weird and lucky things to happen Sunday for them to make history. missed a 38-yard field goal attempt on a third down play in overtime, but tackle was called for a false start. (USA Today -- Sports)
Miami sends Denver to third straight loss Nov 3, 2008
- (Sports Network) - Kansas City Chiefs running back Kolby Smith is likely lost for the season after suffering what was termed a right knee sprain during Sunday's 30-27 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The second-year player went down during a drive in the middle of the second quarter. (ABC 7 News, DC)
THE RACE: McCain makes bid for big comeback Nov 3, 2008
McCain's last day on the trail begins today at 9 a.m. ET, outside the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' football stadium in Florida. From there, he heads to Tennessee, close to the Virginia and North Carolina borders; Pennsylvania; Indiana; New Mexico; and Nevada. (USA Today)
Bucs not looking beyond Chiefs Nov 2, 2008
With a bye week finally almost here -- an island in the sea of violence that can be an NFL season -- the Tampa Bay Buccaneers first must overcome one of the worst teams in the league. Guarding against complacency emerged as the theme in preparing to face the Kansas City Chiefs (1-6) at 1 p.m. today at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (Florida Today)
Coachspeak: Gruden on Thursday Nov 2, 2008
Date: Oct 30, 2008 Here is the complete transcript from Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Jon Gruden's press conference on Thursday, including an injury report leading up to the Kansas City game and comments on WR Michael Clayton and RB Carnell Williams. to read the rest of this story. (BucsInsiders.com)
Bucs need points to be a contender Nov 2, 2008
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 5-3 and in second place in the NFC South. But are they a true contender. (BucsInsiders.com)
NFL Injury Report: 11/02/08 (Today) Nov 2, 2008
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS at KANSAS CITY CHIEFS -- Buccaneers: OUT: S Jermaine Phillips (forearm). QUESTIONABLE: RB B.J. Askew (hamstring), WR Michael Clayton (knee), RB Warrick Dunn (back), QB Brian Griese (right elbow), DT Jovan Haye (foot), WR Ike Hilliard (shoulder), G Arron Sears (back, head), WR Maurice Stovall (hamstring). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Week 9 NFL Capsules Nov 1, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-3) at Kansas City Chiefs (1-6) 1. The Buccaneers are good, but just not good enough to beat the premier teams. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Cowboys' Witten questionable, misses practice Nov 1, 2008
Witten suffered a broken rib in Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but could play against the New York Giants this weekend. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Nailbiters turning NFL into the league of final-minute frenzies Oct 31, 2008
He was sweating it out as his defense, was trying to prevent the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from scoring a touchdown with a last-minute drive. On the other sideline, Bucs coach Jon Gruden grimaced. (USA Today -- Sports)
ALL-ROOKIE TEAM: Youngsters making a difference Oct 31, 2008
G: , Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Made four starts for the NFC's fifth-ranked rushing team. (USA Today -- Sports)
Gates starting to be a pain for opponents Oct 31, 2008
Healthy Gates is finally starting to be a real pain for opponents. San Diego Chargers: 32. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Bucsblitz.com Insider: Antonio Bryant Oct 31, 2008
Date: Oct 29, 2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Bryant is having a resurgent season. But just how good is it. (BucsInsiders.com)
