Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Bucs Coach Gruden doubts a trade will happen
Orlando Sentinel | October 09, 2008
With five days to go before the NFL trade deadline (Tuesday, 4 p.m.), Tampa Bay would appear to be in need of a receiver, what with veteran speedster Joey Galloway expected to miss his fourth straight game when the Buccaneers (3-2) play the NFC South-leading Carolina Panthers (4-1) Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.

Gruden changes QBs yet again: Garcia will start for Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | October 09, 2008
When the subject turns to the revolving door of quarterbacks during Jon Gruden's seven seasons, the Tampa Bay coach often goes to one of his stock quotes about the turnover under center.

Week 6 Podcast: Bucs, Panthers Battle For South Lead
Tampa Bay Online | October 08, 2008
Roy Cummings analyzes the Bucs' quarterback situation, the possibility of a move before the trade deadline and the crucial NFC South game upcoming with the Carolina Panthers.

Bucs Sign Ex-USF LB Moffitt To Practice Squad
Tampa Bay Online | October 08, 2008
Former University of South Florida LB Ben Moffitt has signed with the Tampa Bay Bucs as a member of the Bucs' practice squad. Moffitt, a four-year starter for USF, previously had signed a free-agent deal with the Houston Texans, but was cut before the regular season began.

Carolina Is Coming For A Big Showdown
Tampa Bay Online | October 08, 2008
Although the calendar says it's only Week 6 of the grueling NFL schedule, Sunday's home matchup against the Panthers looms as a critical game for the Bucs and their chances of repeating as NFC South champions.

Garcia Could Again Be Gruden's Guy
Tampa Bay Online | October 07, 2008
Jeff Garcia thought his days as the Bucs' starting quarterback were over. He should have known better.

Ruud Expects To Play
Tampa Bay Online | October 07, 2008
Barrett Ruud said his sore right knee is unlikely to keep him out of Sunday's big game against Carolina. Tampa Bay's active middle linebacker hurt his knee at Denver and didn't return in Sunday's 16-13 setback, but Ruud is optimistic he'll start at Raymond James Stadium against the Panthers, who lead the NFC South at 4-1. "It was a freak play," Ruud said. "I fell and looked like a non-athlete. It's a day-to-day thing, but I feel like I should be ready. A little soreness is no problem and that's what I've got right now." Ruud is a key component on a defense that has yielded only eight touchdowns in five weeks. If Ruud is unable to go, second-year pro Adam Hayward figures to make his first NFL start.

Figure on Garcia getting start
Orlando Sentinel | October 07, 2008
Jon Gruden had nothing new to report on his quarterback situation Monday, but expect a new starter when Tampa Bay faces Carolina in a pivotal NFC South Division game Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.

Gruden Not Sure About Who's Bucs' No. 1 Quarterback
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
A full return to health by Brian Griese may not be enough to save his starting job. Griese hurt his right elbow and shoulder during Sunday's 16-13 loss at Denver when he was hit by blitzing CB Champ Bailey. He was replaced by former No. 1 Jeff Garcia, who completed 13-of-17 passes for 93 yards and a TD that pulled Tampa Bay within three points with 2:02 remaining.

Buccaneers' timid plan was doomed to fail
Denver Post | October 06, 2008
Barack Obama was at this football stadium not too long ago to make an acceptance speech. Subject: change.

The grades: Broncos 16, Bucs 13
Denver Post | October 06, 2008
It wasn't the pretty, high-octane offense home crowds saw in September, but Jay Cutler and Co. were good enough against one of the league's better defenses.

Moss, Crowder among inactives vs. Bucs
Denver Post | October 06, 2008
The Broncos have three defensive linemen among their inactive players for today's game against Tampa Bay.

Some Things Never Change For Bucs Offense
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
Barack Obama was at this football stadium not too long ago to make an acceptance speech. Subject: change. We're pretty sure this wasn't the change he was talking about. It definitely wasn't the change Jon Gruden was talking about.

Defense Tough - Until The End
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
All afternoon, even after the rain began to fall and the fatigue set in, Tampa Bay's defense was stout.

5 5 1 Plays That Made A Difference By Roy Cummings 2 3 4
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
Change Of Plans The Bucs and Broncos were still feeling each other out when the Bucs walked to the line for a second-and-8 play from their 22 midway through the first quarter. Bucs QB Brian Griese didn't like what he saw and immediately checked out of his original play and into a run to the right for Earnest Graham. Good call. With the Broncos' defense running around a bit, Graham ran around their left flank for 14 yards before being run out of bounds. Two plays later, a 38-yard run by Warrick Dunn got the Bucs into scoring position. The Bucs didn't let the chance go to waste. After three plays netted them 6 yards, they still capitalized, notching a 33-yard field goal to take a 3-0 lead with 4:28 left in the quarter.

What Went Right, What Went Wrong
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
What went right for the Bucs: Tampa Bay got its running game going. Earnest Graham popped a 14-yarder, and Warrick Dunn followed with a 38-yard burst.

Bucs Get Roughed Up By Broncos
Tampa Bay Online | October 06, 2008
It wasn't meant to be a bury-the-hatchet moment. No one said I'm sorry, let's move on, but that's pretty much what Bucs coach Jon Gruden and his estranged quarterback Jeff Garcia did late Sunday.

Griese not only injury suffered by Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | October 06, 2008
Injuries add up: Brian Griese wasn't the only casualty for Tampa Bay during Sunday's 16-13 road loss at Denver. The team was very concerned with a right knee sprain suffered by MLB Barrett Ruud, the Buccaneers' leading tackler the last two seasons. Ruud left the game early in fourth quarter after shadowing QB Jay Cutler on a bootleg play. "They did one of those quarterback read-type of things," Ruud said. "I planted and just skipped and it kind of buckled up. It's going to hurt this week, I'm sure, but I can move it pretty good. It just feels sore." Ruud, who was replaced by second-year pro Adam Hayward, will undergo tests in Tampa. Griese, meanwhile, didn't think his elbow injury was serious, just a bruise. "The swelling made it tough for me to grip the ball," he said. "I'm going to get as much treatment as I can."

Jaguars lose to Steelers 26-21
Orlando Sentinel | October 06, 2008
A great fall usually follows pride. Fortunately, that wasn't the case for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their 26-21 victory Sunday night at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.

How can the Jaguars compete with the Bucs and the Dolphins?
Orlando Sentinel | October 06, 2008
Jags feel heat after loss to Steelers, Dolphins upset win It was Football Night in America. Did you know where the Jaguars were?

Bucs' offense arrives too late in loss to Broncos
Orlando Sentinel | October 06, 2008
Offense arrives too late for Bucs It didn't matter that Denver's statistically bad defense was on the other side of the ball. Didn't matter who was playing quarterback, either.

Broncos' defense shows up in 16-13 win over Bucs
San Francisco Chronicle | October 05, 2008
The high-flying Broncos finally discovered a defense, generating a pass rush that sent Brian Griese to the sideline with an injured throwing shoulder and yet another bad memory of Denver. Jay Cutler guided a patient Denver offense to a 16-13 win over the...

Broncos' defense shows up in 16-13 win over Bucs
San Francisco Chronicle | October 05, 2008
The high-flying Broncos finally discovered a defense, generating a pass rush that sent Brian Griese to the sideline with an injured throwing shoulder and yet another bad memory of Denver. Jay Cutler guided a patient Denver offense to a 16-13 win over the...

Denver's defense outlasts Bucs' in 16-13 win
USA Today | October 05, 2008
The high-flying Broncos finally discovered a defense, generating a pass rush that sent Brian Griese to the sideline with an ...

Bucs Fall To Broncos, 16-13
Tampa Bay Online | October 05, 2008
Jay Cutler and the Denver offense controlled the ball at key times, sending the Bucs to 3-2.

Unique Day Has Familiar Gruden Ending
Tampa Bay Online | October 05, 2008
DENVER - Was that Warrick Dunn who just singled or was it Akinori Iwamura who just broke off a 38-yard run?

Bucs Attack Frantically Effective
Tampa Bay Online | October 05, 2008
From the top of the stadium, it looks like one of those old electronic football games with the players buzzing all around, frantically running out of one play and into another.

Garcia's Play Only Part Of Story
Tampa Bay Online | October 05, 2008
His 3-0 record speaks for itself, according to Bucs coach Jon Gruden, but that perfect record doesn't begin to tell the story of why Brian Griese remains the team's starting quarterback.

Graham Has Come A Long Way
Tampa Bay Online | October 05, 2008
When the Bucs hand him the football, no one in the NFL, on average, takes it farther. Earnest Graham is averaging 5.8 yards per carry. He continues to make up for lost ground.

Will Bucs' mistakes finally take toll against Broncos?
Orlando Sentinel | October 05, 2008
The unbeaten Denver Broncos took their explosive offense, led by rising star quarterback Jay Cutler, to Kansas City last week to face the winless Chiefs, a team struggling for anything positive to happen, especially when they had the ball.

Denver WRs Worry Bucs
Tampa Bay Online | October 04, 2008
Denver receiver Brandon Marshall might not be a household name, but he has taken up residence in the minds of Tampa Bay's secondary.

Bucs Aware Of Broncos' Blocking Tactics
Tampa Bay Online | October 04, 2008
The Bucs have not allowed a rushing touchdown or a single player to rush for more than 100 yards this season, but their prowess as run stoppers will be greatly challenged Sunday.

NFL Podcast: Kaufman On Week Five
Tampa Bay Online | October 03, 2008
Ira Kaufman, NFL writer for The Tampa Tribune, talks about the declining status of the Oakland Raiders and Al Davis, who fired coach Lane Kiffin this week. He also looks at other coaches in the hot seat and surpising 4-0 teams, led by the resurgent Buffalo Bills. Finally, Ira gives his take on this weeks matchup of the Bucs and the Broncos in Denver.

Buccaneers' Alstott did whatever needed to be done
USA Today | October 03, 2008
Mike Alstott views the fullback position from a unique perspective. During his decade-plus as a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ...

Chances Regularly Vanish In Denver's Thin Air
Tampa Bay Online | October 03, 2008
In seven years on Mike Shanahan's coaching staff in Denver, Bucs assistant Larry Coyer watched with amusement as visiting teams tried to negate one of the NFL's most pronounced homefield advantages.

Tight Ends Getting Plenty Of Reps
Tampa Bay Online | October 03, 2008
Tampa Bay's receiving options were once limited to Joey Galloway and Ike Hilliard.

It's time to shape up for Bucs' Brian Griese after seven turnovers
Orlando Sentinel | October 03, 2008
Tampa Bay Coach Jon Gruden won't say whether QB Brian Griese is on the proverbial "short leash" after throwing twice as many passes to the opponent as touchdown passes.

Stout defense carries Bucs
Denver Post | October 02, 2008
Walking into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers locker room isn't too far removed from a stroll into the NFL Films archive.

Shanahan, Kiffin View Firing Differently
Tampa Bay Online | October 02, 2008
Denver coach Mike Shanahan and Bucs defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin took divergent approaches Wednesday when asked about the dismissal of Monte's son, Lane, as coach of the Raiders.

Griese's Mistakes Get Noticed
Tampa Bay Online | October 02, 2008
Brian Griese says he has a short memory. Good thing, because he has a long history of making the kind of mistakes that have nearly derailed the Bucs the last couple weeks.

Bucs concerned about physical effects of Denver's altitude
Orlando Sentinel | October 02, 2008
Ask around the NFL and everybody agrees. It's a little different playing in Denver. For the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it's really different. When the Bucs (3-1) put their three-game win streak on the line Sunday against the Broncos (3-1) at Invesco Field, it'll mark just their fourth trip to the Mile High City in the franchise's 33 seasons and first since 1996.

There's been no stopping former UCF star Marshall
Orlando Sentinel | October 02, 2008
Larry Coyer is now an assistant head coach with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but in 2006 he was defensive coordinator of the Denver Broncos and still describes the play with a combination of wonder and disbelief.

Ruud Off To Another Fast Start
Tampa Bay Online | October 01, 2008
Sacks, the final frontier. Barrett Ruud's personal star trek transported him to another dimension Sunday against Green Bay as Tampa Bay's 25-year-old middle linebacker registered the first sack of his budding NFL career.

Eye on ... The Bucs
Denver Post | September 30, 2008
The Buccaneers are 3-1 and tied for first place with Carolina in the NFC South.

Griese's Miscues Concern Gruden
Tampa Bay Online | September 30, 2008
Bucs coach Jon Gruden never has been a big fan of statistics. He's a bottom-line kind of guy. That's what he threw out as a defense when the play of his starting quarterback came under scrutiny Monday.

O-Line Starting To Reach Its Potential
Tampa Bay Online | September 30, 2008
Tampa Bay's offensive line seemingly had failed to live up to its lofty expectations after giving up four sacks in the first two games.

Week 4: LeRoy Butler analyzes Buccaneers-Packers game
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | September 30, 2008
After each game this season, former Packers all-pro safety LeRoy Butler will team up with Journal Sentinel beat...

Forget his turnovers, 3-0 record is the only Griese statistic that matters
Orlando Sentinel | September 30, 2008
Jon Gruden is about as accommodating as any coach in the NFL when it comes to his media obligations, but sometimes his patience is tried.

Bucs make life tough for Pack, Rodgers
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Derrick Brooks hasn't been himself this season. A sore hamstring has seen to that, feeding the perception that the 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker and Tampa Bay's aging defense are slowing down. Aaron Rodgers will tell you otherwise.

Buccaneers' Bryant plays to honor son
Philly.com | September 29, 2008

Bail Out: Defense Preserves Win Over Pack
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
Matt Bryant didn't need another sympathy card, another consoling hug or compassionate smile. The only expression of support that was going to make the Bucs kicker feel any better late Sunday was a good stand by his defensive teammates.

Wide Right: Bucs-Packers Notes
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
PLAYER OF THE GAME In only his second year as a starter, MLB Barrett Ruud continues to make an impact for a ballhawking defense.

A Father's Heavy Heart
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
Matt Bryant could have skipped Sunday's game and no one would have said a word. He carried the type of pure, empty pain no parent can allow themselves to imagine, and this was just a football game.

Brooks Makes Statement
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
Derrick Brooks has never resorted to words to defend himself against critics. Instead, Tampa Bay's veteran linebacker always has let his play on the field do the talking.

1 Stat Fitting For Bucs QB: 3-0
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
Numbers may not lie, but Tampa Bay quarterback Brian Griese's recent statistics have been misleading.

Bucs-Packers: 5 Plays That Made A Difference
Tampa Bay Online | September 29, 2008
Brooks Changes Momentum The Packers weren't really trying to get much when they lined up to run a third-and-18 play at their own 27 at the outset of the second quarter. A throw to RB Brandon Jackson just beyond the line of scrimmage was designed to gain a few yards and improve field position for the punter, and that's what the play would have accomplished had Jackson caught the ball. When all Jackson could do was tip it, Derrick Brooks grabbed it and quickly pitched the ball back to Cato June. June didn't gain much once he got the ball - just a yard - but he didn't have to. The pick gave the Bucs the ball at the Packers 32-yard line, and from there they moved in to tie the score at 7.

Griese's inconsistency keeps Bucs fans on edge
Orlando Sentinel | September 29, 2008
One week he's John Elway, the next week he's John Belushi. Will the real Brian Griese please stand up?

Bucs frustrate Packers QB Rodgers
Orlando Sentinel | September 29, 2008
Rodgers finds out how tough Bucs can be: Aaron Rodgers found out Sunday what the likes of Donovan McNabb, Daunte Culpepper, Michael Vick and most recently Matt Ryan found out early in their careers: No matter how talented you are, it's tough facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if you've never faced them before. "He's really good. It isn't like he's a rookie in the system," Bucs defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin said as he soaked in a satisfying 30-21 home defeat of the Green Bay Packers. "But we said, because he is young as far as playing experience, we've got to stop the run and the make them one-dimensional." The Bucs held the Pack's rushing attack to 28 yards on 18 carries (just 1.6 per try). Without anything going on the ground, Rodgers was forced to the air. He came in with no interceptions on the season, but went just 14-of-27 for 165 yards, two touchdowns, three interceptions, three sacks and a passer rating of 47.8. Rodgers also had to leave the game after injuring his shoulder in the third quarter, though he did return after giving way one series to Matt Flynn, who went 2-of-5 for 6 yards.

Bucs kicker Matt Bryant honors his dead infant with class and victory
Orlando Sentinel | September 29, 2008
Bryant 'honors' son with class, victory Men have faced much longer kicks in conditions far nastier. But when he lined up for a 24-yard field goal Sunday, no kicker in history felt as much pressure.

Tampa Bay Bucs sweep aside miscues and Packers, 30-21
Orlando Sentinel | September 29, 2008
Bucs sweep aside miscues, Packers The offense has turned the ball over seven times the last two weeks, yet the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have withstood the rain of miscues and come away with a pair of victories.

Defense, Bryant lift Buccaneers
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Derrick Brooks hasn't been himself this season. A sore hamstring has seen to that, feeding the perception that the 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker and Tampa Bay's aging defense are slowing down.

Bucs' Bryant delivers winning points days after son's death
USA Today | September 28, 2008
A grieving father who buried his infant son the day before in Texas proved the pillar the Tampa Bay Buccaneers leaned on and ...

Buccaneers quotebook
PackersNews.com | September 28, 2008
LI Coach Jon Gruden, on the victory: I am really proud of our football team. Two weeks in a row we have shown a lot of grit coming from behind in the fourth quarter against a very good team.

Buccaneers 30, Packers 21: How they scored
PackersNews.com | September 28, 2008
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Bucs frustrate Rodgers, beat Packers 30-21
USA Today | September 28, 2008
So much for the notion that Derrick Brooks and Tampa Bay's aging defense is slowing down. The Buccaneers still have what it takes ...

Bryant, Bucs Handle Load Against Pack
Tampa Bay Online | September 28, 2008
All anyone can say is, we can't imagine it. Not really.

Bucs Outlast Mistakes, Packers For 30-21 Win
Tampa Bay Online | September 28, 2008
What the Bucs' struggling offense giveth, its tenacious defense taketh away.

Adams, White Have Friendly Rivalry
Tampa Bay Online | September 28, 2008
Only Green Bay has had two ends produce more sacks than the combined 5.5 by Gaines Adams and Greg White in the first three weeks.

Despite All The Passing, Bucs Need To Run, Too
Tampa Bay Online | September 28, 2008
Deception is a big part of NFL football. Every coach wants to make you think he's doing one thing when he's really trying to do something else.

Whatever 'It' Is, Griese Surely Has It
Tampa Bay Online | September 28, 2008
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Five things to watch; Views of the game
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | September 28, 2008
PACKERS vs. BUCCANEERS When: Noon Sunday. Where: Raymond James Stadium. TV: Fox....

Tampa Bay Bucs' offensive line won't shy away from a fight
Orlando Sentinel | September 28, 2008
His offensive line has been called a lot of things since Jon Gruden arrived in Tampa Bay, but the names and descriptions most often were byproducts of substandard performance.

The Star's NFL predictions
Kansas City Star | September 27, 2008
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Bucs' Graham, Cheerleaders To Help Voter Registration
Tampa Bay Online | September 27, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Earnest Graham and the team's cheerleaders will be on-hand for a voter registration event in the parking lot of the team's headquarters at One Buccaneer Place on Monday.

Dexter Jackson Seeking A Breakthrough
Tampa Bay Online | September 27, 2008
Tampa Bay believed Dexter Jackson would turn heads, but instead he has many starting to scratch their skulls after three games.

Bryant Kicking Against Packers Still An Option
Tampa Bay Online | September 27, 2008
The Bucs had not signed a replacement for K Matt Bryant late Friday, and chances are they won't before Sunday.

Bucs uncertain about status of PK Matt Bryant after infant son's death
Orlando Sentinel | September 27, 2008
Coach Jon Gruden had no update Friday on whether PK Matt Bryant will be available when his Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1) play host to the Green Bay Packers (2-1) Sunday.

Bidwell Feels For His Friend Bryant
Tampa Bay Online | September 26, 2008
Bucs P Josh Bidwell returned to work Thursday, but without K Matt Bryant, his close friend.

Bucs Have Barber's Back After Bad Game Vs. Bears
Tampa Bay Online | September 26, 2008
Ryan Howard might win the NL MVP award, despite almost 200 strikeouts. Tim Duncan struggles with his free throws in crunch time. Martin Brodeur lets in the occasional soft goal.

Fantasy Football Tip Sheet - Sep. 26
Tampa Bay Online | September 26, 2008
Welcome back to fantasy relevance, Ronnie Brown. We missed you. And 400 yards passing from Brian Griese? That can't be right. Will they finally grant Reggie Bush wide receiver eligibility next year? How many games with more receiving yards than rushing yards will it take?

Tight ends aplenty in Bucs offense
Orlando Sentinel | September 26, 2008
Tight ends aplenty in Bucs offense

NFL Preview - Green Bay (2-1) at Tampa Bay (2-1)
Kansas City Star | September 25, 2008
For his latest test, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will get to show the world how he handles adversity.

Bucs' Linemen: We're Physical, Not Dirty
Tampa Bay Online | September 25, 2008
The Bucs like their offensive linemen mean and nasty, like pit bulls protecting a junkyard. You have to wonder, though, if the Bucs linemen haven't suddenly taken the notion a little too far.

Bucs Mourn Loss Of Place-Kicker's Son
Tampa Bay Online | September 25, 2008
The Bucs ended practice in prayer Wednesday, with 60 players and more than two dozen coaches and staff members kneeling, heads bowed, for a family member who never got the chance to kick a football.

NFL Takes Notice Of Way Stevens Celebrated TD
Tampa Bay Online | September 25, 2008
Jerramy Stevens said he merely got caught up in the heat of the moment.

Infant son of Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Matt Bryant dies
Orlando Sentinel | September 25, 2008
The infant son of Tampa Bay Buccaneers placekicker Matt Bryant died Wednesday morning.

Bucs welcome back guard Davin Joseph to offensive line
Orlando Sentinel | September 25, 2008
Just three days after the Tampa Bay offensive line allowed no sacks in a game when Brian Griese threw a team-record 67 passes, the Buccaneers' prospects for protecting the quarterback got even better Wednesday with the return of G Davin Joseph from a foot injury.

Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers quietly going about replacing an icon
Orlando Sentinel | September 25, 2008
In 1999, John Elway retired from the Denver Broncos after winning a second consecutive Super Bowl title and the five-year clock to Hall-of-Fame eligibility immediately began ticking.

Williams, Rouse likely to start vs. Bucs
PackersNews.com | September 24, 2008
The Packers have listed their entire starting secondary plus top backup safety Aaron Rouse -- who started last week -- on their injury report. Only cornerback Al Harris, who tore his spleen in Sundays loss to the Dallas Cowboys, has been ruled out for this weeks game at Tampa Bay

Bucs K Matt Bryant's Infant Son Dies Unexpectedly
Tampa Bay Online | September 24, 2008
Bucs place kicker Matt Bryant's infant son Matthew Tryson died Wednedsay, Bucs coach Jon Gruden announced following the team's practice.

Appeals Court Rules Bucs Can Resume Fan Pat-Downs
Tampa Bay Online | September 24, 2008
Fans attending a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game at Raymond James Stadium could have to undergo pat-down searches in less than three weeks.

Insider: A look at the Buccaneers
PackersNews.com | September 23, 2008
A closer look at the Packers next opponent, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Week 4 Podcast: Bucs Prepare For Packers
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
Tribune beat writer Roy Cummings analyzes the Bucs' unlikely overtime victoy over the Bears and looks ahead to a Week 4 matchup with the Bears at Raymond James Stadium.

Amid A Passing Frenzy, The Bucs' 'Wall' Held Firm
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
The wall never came down. Brian Griese threw 67 passes against the Chicago Bears.

Gruden's Words Prophetic
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
There were 14 penalties called in Sunday's slugfest at Soldier Field, but it seemed like referee Tony Corrente's crew could have thrown 14 flags just for personal fouls alone.

Bryant's Production Vs. Bears Gives Bucs Reason To Smile
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
Antonio Bryant couldn't quite bring himself to smile Sunday. Not even after catching 10 passes and playing a huge role in the Bucs' equally huge 27-24 overtime victory over the Bears at Soldier Field.

Bears Players Say Bucs Did Not Play A Clean Game
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
Charles Tillman jumped on the pile, took a swing and got flagged for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty at the worst possible time for the Bears.

View From The Sidelines: NFL Week 3
Tampa Bay Online | September 23, 2008
The Chiefs haven't drafted a franchise QB in their entire storied history. Next April would be a good time to change that. ... Even without Michael Strahan and Osi Umenyiora, the Giants possess a formidable pass rush. If you don't believe it, ask Carson Palmer when Cincinnati's sore QB emerges from the trainer's room. ... You can see the confidence of QB Trent Edwards growing each week for the 3-0 Bills, who face the Rams and Cardinals before a bye week. ... The Jon Kitna era in Detroit has run its course. ... With each pick thrown by Matt Schaub, and there's been five of 'em through two games, Sage Rosenfels is a little closer to that starting job in Houston. ... A week after frustrating Brett Favre, the Patriots appeared helpless against Chad Pennington. ... No team has a better defensive tandem up front than Tennessee's Albert Haynesworth and Kyle Vanden Bosch. ... Coming into Sunday's matchup at Tampa, Aaron Rodgers of the Packers hasn't been picked off in 99 pass attempts. ... If defense matters, the Eagles and Steelers will still be playing in January. ... A year ago, the Browns threw when they wanted. Now, Derek Anderson is throwing way too often.

Four downs of the unexpected
Orlando Sentinel | September 23, 2008
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All of sudden, the NFL's Tampa Bay team becomes the pass-happy Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | September 23, 2008
With great protection, Griese can throw all day The question was posed Sunday to several Tampa Bay Buccaneers as they wound down from the dizzying 27-24 overtime victory against the Chicago Bears.

Blog: Griese's Great Day Should Help Bucs' Balance
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
The morning after glow of Brian Griese's performance against the Bears was still shining brightly Monday. It was the kind of game they'll talk about for years. And Bucs fans should hope it never happens again.

NFL Roundup: Griese rallies Buccaneers in OT victory
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | September 22, 2008

Griese's big game propels Bucs
Denver Post | September 22, 2008
For one brief moment, Brian Griese acknowledged a little extra satisfaction. He refused to take shots at his former team during the week, but landed a big one at the last moment on a day when he was off target.

Bucs say Bears hit below belt
Chicago Sun-Times | September 22, 2008
Charles Tillman's 15-yard penalty for unnecessary roughness after he took a swing at Buccaneers wide receiver Michael Clayton was the end result of a disastrous melee that turned overtime in the Bucs' favor Sunday, but there are two sides to every story.

Bucs' 'O' won-dimensional
Chicago Sun-Times | September 22, 2008
With months to prepare for Peyton Manning and the Colts, the Bears' defense looked primed for a season of excellence.

Bucs apply finishing kick
Chicago Sun-Times | September 22, 2008
At least the Bears didn't go into the tired refrain that they are only a few plays away from being 3-0. That is the ultimate losers' lament.

Griese's revenge: QB leads Bucs past Bears in OT
USA Today | September 22, 2008
Brian Griese saved his big shot for the last moment. Griese set up Matt Bryant's winning 21-yard field goal in overtime with ...

Stifled Graham More Concerned With Victories Than Yards
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
Tampa Bay running back Earnest Graham is still on pace to reach his goal of 1,000 rushing yards this season, but he won't be with many more outings like Sunday's.

What Went Right, What Went Wrong
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
What went right for the Bucs: Tight end Jerramy Stevens' first catch of the season was for 31 yards, a pivotal play in Tampa Bay's first touchdown drive.

Bucs Defense Comes Up Big During First Half
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
Tampa Bay's defensive players gave credit to the offense for bailing them out after Sunday's overtime win at Soldier Field. But they shouldn't have been so hard on themselves.

Receivers Share The Load
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
Tampa Bay's receiving corps seemed destined for another letdown. With standout receiver Joey Galloway, who posted 1,000 receiving yards each of the past three seasons, sidelined by a foot injury, the Bucs were forced to rely on a group that previously had done little to suggest it could make up for Galloway's absence.

Buccaneers Tailgaters Boo Parking Lot Change
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
Buccaneers fans who tailgate at Hillsborough Community College are upset about a move they say has tossed a wet towel on their pre-game parties.

Bucs Pass Test In OT ... And Pass And Pass And Pass
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
They are a team made up, at least in part, of second-chancers. Certainly Antonio Bryant fits into that category. So does Jerramy Stevens. Even Brian Griese qualifies.

5 Plays That Made A Difference
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
Tipped Pass Helped Bears A bad start for the Bucs only got worse when Brian Griese dropped back to pass on a second-and-17 play from his own 12-yard line early in the first quarter. Griese was looking to throw a quick screen to B.J. Askew, but his soft toss over the line of scrimmage was tipped by Brian Urlacher and then intercepted by Lance Briggs. Briggs didn't get much of a return and the Bucs defense did its job, stopping the Bears after just three plays, including a sack of Bears quarterback Kyle Orton on their third offensive play. Still, the Bears were able to grab the momentum and take an early lead when PK Robbie Gould drilled a 40-yard field goal to give the Bears a 3-0 lead.

Fennelly: Griese Answers Call To Arm
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
We hit the locker room, looking for Top Gun. He was nowhere to be found. Instead, we were greeted with an understatement.

Bucs-Bears Game Stats
Tampa Bay Online | September 22, 2008
STATISTICS Tampa Bay 7 7 0 10 3 - 27 Chicago 6 3 8 7 0 - 24 First Quarter

Bucs' Barber has challenging day against Bears
Orlando Sentinel | September 22, 2008
Not living in the past: Cornerbacks, they say, have short memories. Ronde Barber hasn't lasted 12 seasons in the NFL living in the past -- and he'd better not start now. Barber had an awful second half in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win at Chicago as QB Kyle Orton picked on the veteran during two drives, both of which culminated in touchdowns. Barber surrendered plays of 21, 18 and 27 yards, plus a two-point conversion on the first march, and a 19-yard scoring pass to Brandon Lloyd on the second. Barber said the Bears were audibling to three-step drops and fades when they saw Tampa Bay safeties dropping toward the line. "When we were in it, when the safety came down, we're obviously in three-deep and they checked at the line every time -- and he made the throws," Barber said. "And then they ran an out-and-up. Same thing. Give them credit." And give Barber the benefit of the doubt. After years manning that cover-two corner, he's earned it. "I'm not worried about Ronde," CB Phillip Buchanon said. "And I know Ronde's not worried about Ronde."

Unflappable Griese guides comeback
Orlando Sentinel | September 22, 2008
To a man, Tampa Bay's offensive players marveled at the demeanor of their quarterback Sunday as Brian Griese ducked his head into the huddle in the frantic final minutes of a game that had seemingly slipped away.

In The End, Griese Showed Icy Resolve
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
What wind there was in Chicago on Sunday generated by Brian Griese, which threw a near-record 67 NFL passes. More important to Griese and the Bucs, of course, is that they came from 10 points down in the fourth quarter to win in overtime, 27-24.

Griese, Bucs Rally To Beat Bears 27-24 In OT
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
Brian Griese threw for 407 yards; it only seemed like they all came in the Bucs' last three drives of the game.

Bucs Need Long-Term Solution
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
CHICAGO Since they let go of Luke Petitgout, the Bucs have been on the lookout for a backup left tackle. Come next March, they might be in the market for a starting left tackle as well.

Bucs Defense The Standard Bearer
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
There was that one misstep a couple of years ago, when Simeon Rice was on his last legs, Anthony McFarland was on his way out the door and defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin's staff was in flux.

Week 3: Staff Predictions
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
Roy Cummings Bucs, 13-10 A mild upset on the road.

Some Teams Could Use Garcia
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
Don't let Jeff Garcia board that plane back to Tampa.

Bucs Can Always Count On Ike To Come Through
Tampa Bay Online | September 21, 2008
Bucs defensive backs coach Raheem Mooris loves when the team practices third down. Because here comes his man, like always, ready to go to work: Ike.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Brian Griese plays nice toward former Chicago Bears team
Orlando Sentinel | September 21, 2008
Brian Griese spent last week at the media version of a driving range. Be it face-to-face with the hometown press or over the phone with out-of-towners, the ball was teed up for the Tampa Bay quarterback to pull out his driver and take a whack at his former team.

Bryant, Jackson Get More Opportunities With Galloway Out
Tampa Bay Online | September 20, 2008
Bucs WR Joey Galloway will not play Sunday against the Bears.

Jackson Wants To Impress Hester
Tampa Bay Online | September 20, 2008
It is easy to understand why Tampa Bay's Dexter Jackson idolizes Devin Hester.

Bucs WR Galloway Will Not Play Sunday Against Bears
Tampa Bay Online | September 19, 2008
TAMPA - Bucs receiver Joey Galloway will not play Sunday against the Bears.

QB Coach Olson Putting Friendship Aside
Tampa Bay Online | September 19, 2008
Looking out for No. 1 is Greg Olson's job. Looking out for No. 7 is his inclination.

Fantasy Football Tip Sheet - Sep. 19
Tampa Bay Online | September 19, 2008
Week 2 was far less destructive for fantasy owners than the week before, but it wasn't without its own important storylines. Michael Turner was cooled off by a solid Bucs run defense, and Eddie Royal proved he can put up solid numbers even if Brandon Marshall catches like, I don't know, 18 passes. Matt Cassel proved that while he might keep the ship afloat for the Patriots, he is far from being a solid fantasy contributor. Jonathan Stewart showed owners that he is ready to take the starting job from DeAngelo Williams for good.

Bucs Want Orton To Pass
Tampa Bay Online | September 19, 2008
Chicago QB Kyle Orton has been hiding in a shell that Tampa Bay hopes to crack.

Bucs' Jackson hoping for happy returns
Orlando Sentinel | September 19, 2008
When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers took Dexter Jackson, the wide receiver and return specialist from Division I-AA Appalachian State, in the second round of the 2008 draft they did so with visions of a guy who could change games in a flash on special teams.

NFL Podcast: Kaufman on Week 3
Tampa Bay Online | September 18, 2008
Ira Kaufman, NFL writer for The Tampa Tribune, looks at teams that are 2-0 surprises and 0-2 disappointments, and talks about Brian Griese's return to Chicago this week when the Bucs take on the Bears.

The Martin Chronicles: Galloway Still On Ice
Tampa Bay Online | September 18, 2008
Tribune sports columnist Martin Fennelly returns with his new Podcast, "The Martin Chronicles." Martin's guest this time is Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat writer Roy Cummings. They discuss the scientific breakthroughs used when dealing with an injury to receiver Joey Galloway.

Griese bucs trend
Chicago Sun-Times | September 18, 2008
If Chicago is the place where wide receivers go to die -- as Muhsin Muhammad says he didn't really say -- then it's a virtual burial ground for quarterbacks. Count Brian Griese as one who got out alive. Deemed not good enough to compete this summer in the Bears' training-camp derby, he already has pushed aside Pro Bowler Jeff Garcia and will lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into Soldier Field on Sunday.

Ex-Bear Griese Just Happy To Be A Buc
Tampa Bay Online | September 18, 2008
Brian Griese was home alone. Back in the city where he grew up, back where his father built a Hall of Fame career and he laid the foundation for his own career, Griese sat alone at a media gathering while the ocean of reporters covering Super Bowl XLI in Miami searched for the likes of Brian Urlacher, Tank Johnson and, of course, Rex Grossman.

WR Clayton Hungry For His Chance
Tampa Bay Online | September 18, 2008
TAMPA In five seasons with the Bucs, Michael Clayton has played in 57 regular-season games. No. 58 looms as the biggest of his career.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Jerramy Stevens reinstated after 2-game suspension
Orlando Sentinel | September 18, 2008
TE Jerramy Stevens, suspended for the first two regular-season games for violating the NFL's behavior code, was activated to the 53-man roster Wednesday.

TOMATO TARGETS
Orlando Sentinel | September 18, 2008
Inconsistent Grossman makes Bears fans see red When reeling off the names of the most feared quarterbacks in the NFL, you'll have to go pretty far down the list before Chicago's Kyle Orton enters the discussion.

Bucs' Clayton Gets Starter's Reps
Tampa Bay Online | September 17, 2008
This could be a critical week in Michael Clayton's NFL career. Tampa Bay's first-round draft pick in 2004 is in a contract year and Clayton hasn't made much of an impact since an outstanding rookie season. On Wednesday, the former LSU standout indicated he has been getting starter's reps in preparation for Sunday's matchup at Soldier Field.

NFL Suspends Bucs' Rookie CB 1 Game For Hit
Tampa Bay Online | September 17, 2008
Only two games into his career, and already Elbert Mack has a reputation for being an overly aggressive, if not dirty, player.

Stiff-Arm Makes A Comeback
Tampa Bay Online | September 17, 2008
The stiff-arm has been a useful tool for runners throughout the NFL's 89-year history, but Earnest Graham might be raising the bar to new heights.

Seahawks shore up receiver needs
Orlando Sentinel | September 17, 2008
The Seattle Seahawks took two steps to sure up their injured-depleted wide receivers by trading for Keary Colbert and reacquiring Koren Robinson.

Bucs cornerback suspended for helmet hit on Ryan
Atlanta Journal-Constitution | September 16, 2008
Tampa — Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie cornerback Elbert Mack was suspended one game without pay by the NFL on Tuesday for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.

This Buc Really Gives Time To Kids In Hospital
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
Meeting the two Tampa Bay Buccaneers players who visited patients today at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital would have been a special 12th birthday for Collin Goldstein. But when cornerback Phillip Buchanon took off his diamond watch and handed it to Collin, the birthday turned way beyond special.

Gruden 'Concerned' About Injuries To Galloway, Talib
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
He certainly doesn't run like he's 36. There are increasing signs, however, Bucs wide receiver Joey Galloway is starting to feel like he's 36.

View From The Sidelines: Monday Morning Quarterback
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
There's a reason the Bucs treated Sunday's matchup against Atlanta as a must-win game - the difference between a 1-1 start and losing your first two games is enormous. In the past two seasons, only two (2006 Chiefs, 2007 Giants) of the 21 clubs that opened 0-2 made the playoffs. ... The Panthers have averaged 24 points per game in QB Jake Delhomme's five starts since the beginning of the 2007 season. Without Delhomme in that span, Carolina averaged 15 points. Jacksonville's struggling ground game is putting too much pressure on David Garrard, who has already matched last year's total of three interceptions. ... A week after rising up against Tampa Bay, the Saints' defense returned to normalcy in the nation's capital as the Redskins rolled up 25 first downs and 455 yards. ... Eddie Royal, an undersized WR drafted in the second round out of Virginia Tech, has enjoyed a spectacular start for the surprisingly potent Broncos. ... They won the turnover battle, committed only two penalties and outgained Indy 180-25 on the ground. So just how did the Vikings manage to blow a 15-0 lead at the Metrodome?

White Rewarded With New Contract
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
Tampa Bay recently rewarded DE Greg White with a three-year contract worth a little more than $2.5 million.

Gruden 'Concerned' About Injuries To Galloway, Talib
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
He certainly doesn't run like he's 33. There are increasing signs, however, Bucs wide receiver Joey Galloway is starting to feel like he's 33.

Stadium Pat-Downs Iced Again
Tampa Bay Online | September 16, 2008
A high school government teacher has won another court order delaying pat-down body searches at Raymond James Stadium.

Injury to Galloway of concern to Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | September 16, 2008
The foot injury sustained by Tampa Bay WR Joey Galloway is apparently serious. Galloway, who missed all of preseason with a groin strain, left Sunday's win against Atlanta in third quarter and did not return.

Gruden sticks with Griese at quarterback
Orlando Sentinel | September 16, 2008
Quarterback Jeff Garcia is the type of playmaker that is rare at his position in the NFL. Tampa Bay Coach Jon Gruden said as much a number of times last year as Garcia, in his first season with the Bucs, gave life to a normally lifeless offense and helped lead the Buccaneers to the playoffs.

Gruden: Griese is Bucs' starting quarterback
USA Today | September 15, 2008
Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden isn't second-guessing his decision to bench Jeff Garcia and make Brian Griese the team's ...

Defending Their Turf: Bucs Run Down Falcons
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
You would have sworn he was talking about Jeff Garcia. After all, his initial assessment of quarterback Brian Griese's first start was, word for word, precisely the same.

Dunn's Homecoming A Success With TD, Win
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
It had been six seasons since Warrick Dunn suited up as a Buc for a meaningful game at Raymond James Stadium, but it didn't take long for him to make an impact in his old stomping grounds.

Functional, Efficient: Griese Was 'Da Man'
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
If you go by dressing time before media interviews - and some of us factor that in - Brian Griese gets our nod over Jeff Garcia as Bucs starting quarterback. Garcia always put his suit on before his postgame. Griese, still wearing his Bucs uniform, stepped to the podium.

Hamstring Injury Can't Keep LB Brooks Off Of The Field
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
Tampa Bay LB Derrick Brooks usually has nothing to prove, but found himself in an unfamiliar situation before Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Bucs-Falcons: 5 Plays That Made A Difference
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
Falcons coach Mike Smith needed only three plays to make his first rookie mistake Sunday. On a third-and-15 play from his own 18-yard line, Smith allowed his play-caller (we assume it was coordinator Mike Mularkey) to call for a pass play against the Bucs' nickel defense. The play wouldn't have worked even if its intended receiver, Harry Douglas, had caught the ball. When Douglas let the ball slip through his hands, though, the Falcons became married to the disaster they courted on that play. Rookie Aqib Talib only ran 2 yards after recording his first NFL interception but that was enough to set up the Bucs' first touchdown.

Wide Right: Bucs-Falcons Notes
Tampa Bay Online | September 15, 2008
Sunday's Best We may never know how good Tampa Bay RB Earnest Graham could be if he was the primary back, but one can imagine.

Garcia benched as defense keys Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | September 15, 2008
It's time to admit it doesn't matter.

Graham is golden in 'Buc Ball' victory
Orlando Sentinel | September 15, 2008
After watching Earnest Graham bust through the line and go 67 yards for a put-away touchdown Sunday, one couldn't help but wonder how many more games the Tampa Bay Buccaneers might have won if the former University of Florida standout wasn't wallowing on special teams the first three years of his career.

LB Brooks continues streak for Bucs
Orlando Sentinel | September 15, 2008
Brooks' streak continues: Tampa Bay LB Derrick Brooks was invisible at team headquarters this past week, including on the practice field. No one was certain what would happen come Sunday against Atlanta, which made for some pregame drama given the 10-time Pro Bowler and franchise icon had the longest streak for consecutive starts in the NFL among active defensive players. The mark still stands. "I lost count," Brooks said following the Buccaneers' 24-9 victory when asked how many hours he spent in treatment in rehab last week. "I'm good at following instructions." By lining up for the first play against the Falcons, Brooks ran his string to 194 straight starts, a run that dates to the last game of the 1996 season. "I didn't know he was going to play -- no one did -- so I was surprised to see him there," DE Greg White said. "It's another testament to a Hall-of-Fame linebacker. It's a privilege to practice, play and sweat with him." MLB Barrett Ruud said Brooks' mere presence was all the team needed. "He was like Willis Reed," Ruud said. "All he had to do was limp out there and we were going to rally around him."

Somehow, Bucs Not Ground-Bound
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
They say you can use Earnest Graham to pound the football. He is tough, determined, dependable, but hardly a Usain Bolt in shoulder pads. Except he sure did a nice impression of a sprinter as he ran 68 yards down the right sideline late Sunday afternoon.

Bucs capitalize on Ryan's early miscues
Atlanta Journal-Constitution | September 14, 2008
Tampa — Somewhere between the first two performances of the season, likely lie the real Atlanta Falcons.

Bucs win on smart play, mistakes by Falcons' Ryan
USA Today | September 14, 2008
Two early mistakes by Matt Ryan was all it took to dig a hole the Atlanta Falcons couldn't escape against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. ...

Bucs Hold Off Falcons, 24-9
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
Earnest Graham scored on a 68-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter to secure the Bucs' 24-9 victory over the Falcons today at Raymond James Stadium.

Falcons Rescue Pass-Happy Bucs, Gruden
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
Everyone was debating who should play quarterback this week when the bigger question should be about the man calling the plays.

Home Is Where Talib Is - Beginning Today
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
The Bucs are relying on one important component as they hope to defeat the Falcons in an NFC South game today.

League To Trade Preseason Games For Real Ones
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
It's a question of when, not if. Except for two work stoppages, the NFL has played a 16-game regular season every year since 1978, when the exhibition slate was reduced from six games to four.

Griese Back In His Comfort Zone
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
It does not have a dramatic nickname, because those tend to be reserved for moments that define championship seasons. This one defined only a career.

It's Never Too Early For Must Win
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
It sounds silly when they say it. But it's true.

Bucs Can't Afford To Get Rid Of Garcia
Tampa Bay Online | September 14, 2008
It's hard to tell which came faster last week - Jon Gruden's hook of one-time starting quarterback Jeff Garcia or the rumors that the suddenly deposed Garcia was on the trading block.

Bucs' season rides on early success
Orlando Sentinel | September 14, 2008
A delicate balance of reviewing and previewing took place at Tampa Bay Buccaneers headquarters last week.

Bucs: Life Without Derrick?
Tampa Bay Online | September 13, 2008
The Derrick Brooks era will end someday. It might not conclude this weekend. He could last another season. Brooks might even last an additional five years.

Bucs Focused On Avoiding An 0-2 Hole
Tampa Bay Online | September 13, 2008
The Bucs have bounced back from 0-1 starts before. They did it 2002, when they won the Super Bowl, and they did it last year, when they won the NFC South division title.

Tampa Bay Bucs' Brooks may miss Sunday's game
Orlando Sentinel | September 13, 2008
Tampa Bay LB Derrick Brooks' availability for Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons will be a game-time decision, Buccaneers Coach Jon Gruden said Friday. Brooks, who pulled a hamstring in last week's loss at New Orleans, spent the week away from the practice field and in the training room. He was absent from Friday's short practice, too.

Falcons Running Backs Pose A Threat
Tampa Bay Online | September 12, 2008
In the time it takes to finish this sentence, Michael Turner or Jerious Norwood can be through the hole and cruising into the end zone.

Garcia Questions Decision, But Vows To Keep Working
Tampa Bay Online | September 12, 2008
Jeff Garcia knows he left some plays on the field Sunday. He's just not sure he left enough to warrant losing his job as the Bucs' starting quarterback.

DE Adams Knows He Must Do Better
Tampa Bay Online | September 12, 2008
Bucs DE Gaines Adams understands more is expected of him than any player on Tampa Bay's defensive line.

QB Garcia could play but likely won't
Orlando Sentinel | September 12, 2008
Jeff Garcia pronounced himself healthy Thursday and ready to play quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week.

Tampa Bay Bucs WR Clayton takes watch-and-see attitude
Orlando Sentinel | September 12, 2008
Michael Clayton's downhill spiral is becoming tougher and tougher to watch.

Podcast: Ira Kaufman On Week 1 For The Bucs, The NFL
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
Ira Kaufman, NFL beat writer for The Tampa Tribune, reviews Week 1 of the NFL season and looks forward to Week Two.

Buccaneers' Garcia Says He Could Have Played
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
TAMPA - His relationship with Coach Jon Gruden is not fractured. Nor is his ankle. In fact, Jeff Garcia's ankle has responded so well to treatment that he says he could have played this week.

Bucs' Garcia out against Falcons; Griese to start
Kansas City Star | September 11, 2008
An ankle sprain put Jeff Garcia's name on the injury report. A shaky performance in Tampa Bay's season opener cost the four-time Pro Bowl quarterback his starting job this week against Atlanta.

Griese In, Not-Quite-Right Garcia Out At QB
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
Something is wrong with Jeff Garcia, something that goes way beyond that ankle problem that materialized overnight Sunday.

Garcia Won't Take This 'Week Off' Quietly
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
Trade him. Release him. Do it now if he's not really your starter anymore.

Saints' Colston Out 4-6 Weeks With Injury
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
Marques Colston, the New Orleans Saints' top receiver during the past two seasons, had surgery on his left thumb and will miss four to six weeks.

Brooks Saying Little About Hurt Hamstring
Tampa Bay Online | September 11, 2008
Derrick Brooks isn't talking about it and Monte Kiffin doesn't even want to think about it.

Griese to start at QB for Bucs in place of struggling Garcia
Orlando Sentinel | September 11, 2008
Griese to start at QB vs. Atlanta The return of Jeff Garcia, a Pro Bowler in 2007, was supposed to bring stability to the quarterback position that Tampa Bay Coach Jon Gruden has coveted.

Bucs LB Brooks uncertain for Falcons
Orlando Sentinel | September 11, 2008
The hamstring injury that sidelined Tampa Bay LB Derrick Brooks was a topic of conversation Wednesday, but the conversations were one-sided.

4 NFL teams taking a chance on inexperience at helm
Orlando Sentinel | September 11, 2008
When Washington Coach Jim Zorn took the Redskins into the Meadowlands last week to face the reigning world-champion New York Giants, he did so as head coach, offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.

Falcons will face Bucs' backup QB
Atlanta Journal-Constitution | September 10, 2008
Flowery Branch — Tampa Bay coach Jon Gruden announced that quarterback Jeff Garcia would not play this week against the Falcons and that Brian Griese would start.