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Bucs' Allen undergoes surgery on thumb, out indefinitely

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:51:00 EST

The Bucs have probably lost reserve safety Will Allen for a while, perhaps even the remainder of the season.

Gruden gets football fix while adding juice to 'MNF' booth

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:50:00 EST

The Bucs' ex-coach has made a smooth transition from the sidelines to TV, pleasing ESPN execs and their audience.

Bucs' Morris still growing as head coach

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:27:00 EST

There is a learning curve, and maybe Bucs head coach Morris is beginning to climb it, writes Martin Fennelly.

Talib's battery case continued in Pinellas courtroom

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:04:00 EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Aqib Talib's trial on a charge of misdemeanor battery was continued after a brief hearing today in Pinellas County. The next pretrial hearing in the case will be Dec. 14, said Wes Trombley, an attorney with the firm representing the football player.

Bucs' Morris keeps first career win in perspective

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:45:00 EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris said his postgame ritual did not change despite picking up his first win as an NFL coach on Sunday.

Bucs players wouldn't mind wearing orange again

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:23:00 EST

In the aftermath of throwback Sunday, when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rallied for their first victory of the season, players are curious about the mysterious power of those orange uniforms.

Chiefs release running back Larry Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:32:00 EST

Larry Johnson's record-breaking career as a Kansas City running back is over. The Chiefs confirmed Monday that they had run out of patience with his off-the-field problems and released Johnson the day he was due to come back from his second suspension in a year. Johnson, who turns 30 on Nov. 19, was just 75 yards away from breaking Priest Holmes' team rushing record.

Today, at least, Bucs fans are finally backing a winner

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:44:00 EST

Nobody is going out and pricing rings or anything but, for one day, Tampa Bay and its Bucs are in love again, writes Martin Fennelly.

Burglary of Piscitelli's home discovered during Bucs' game

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:32:00 EST

The home of Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Sabby Piscitelli was burglarized, and a lawn crew discovered the break-in Sunday afternoon as the team was playing the Green Bay Packers, police said.

Wake-Up Call: '79 Bucs say win could be a start

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:39:00 EST

When the deed was finished, when the Bucs completed their 38-28 victory against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon at Raymond James Stadium, the pressure finally lifted. There will be no more talk about finishing 0-16.

Players glad for Morris

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:14:00 EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Ronde Barber knew Coach Raheem Morris eventually would get his first win.

A poised rookie takes charge for Bucs

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:13:01 EST

If you wanted poise, you saw it. If you wanted hope, you have it. If you wondered whether young Josh Freeman has the stuff to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, your question has been answered in the affirmative. Fans have waited for a quarterback to make plays, to move the ball, and to give the Bucs the chance to win a ballgame. At times it seemed like too much to ask.

Special teams come up big

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

If Rich Bisaccia could concoct a perfect football script, it would look a lot like Tampa Bay's initial victory Sunday.

Bucs turn up pressure to sack Pack

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:17:00 EST

TAMPA – As the losses and the frustration accumulated in the previous eight weeks of despair, Buccaneer players faced mounting pressure. On Sunday, they decided to apply some pressure of their own.

Special teams shine in Bucs' victory

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:56:00 EST

Special teams coach Rich Bisaccia saw his units contribute significantly in all areas during a 38-28 comeback triumph against Green Bay.

Freeman leads Bucs to first win, 38-28 over Packers

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:36:00 EST

TAMPA It has to have a starting point. Every escape from the darkness does. Maybe that game-winning drive late Sunday against the Packers, which produced a 38-28 victory, was it. It wasn't necessarily one for the ages. But coming as it did, with rookie quarterback Josh Freeman at the wheel and in a uniform that has come to symbolize a losing era, it was enough to make some believe better days are just ahead.

Selmon 'overwhelmed' by tribute on 'Throwback' Sunday

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:10:00 EST

When the ceremony was done, when he was away from the crowd, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Lee Roy Selmon could no longer contain his emotions. He cried.

Bucs show respect for past, hope for future

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:33:00 EST

TAMPA – It was supposed to be a day devoted to nostalgia. Instead, it wound up being a celebration of perhaps better days ahead.

Selmon has genuine heart of a champion

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:33:58 EST

Today, the dedicated civic leader and athlete will be the first Buccaneer inducted into the team's Ring of Honor.

Owners just need to show patience

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:13:00 EST

Throwback Sunday against the Packers will be the day the Tampa Bay Bucs embark on the Josh Freeman Era.