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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers saluted their past, then rookie Josh Freeman gave the struggling franchise hope for the future.

When: Noon Sunday. Where: Raymond James Stadium. TV: Fox. Radio: AM-620. Tickets: Sold out.

For many years, defense was the Bucs' identity, their driving force. But if Tampa Bay is going to get itself out of an 0-7 hole, coach Raheem Morris says, it will be up to the more experienced offense.

Published: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 10:22 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 10:22 p.m. TAMPA The Tampa Bay Buccaneers come off of their bye week finding themselves the last winless team in the league.

As expected, Bucs will start first-round pick against Packers after bye. In his first practice as the Bucs' starting quarterback on Wednesday, rookie Josh Freeman was forced to strap on the club's original helmet.

Published: Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 11:28 p.m. Last Modified: Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 11:28 p.m. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers knew this could be a challenging season.

New England coaches and players believe it would be difficult to increase the number of games the NFL holds outside the United States in future.

Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 10:46 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 11:55 p.m. TAMPA Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris said he and his staff are constantly evaluating their players.

QB Josh Freeman returned home Monday as the likely starter for the Bucs when they begin the second half of their season following this week's bye.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released center Sean Mahan and guard Marcus Johnson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris knows many people are questioning him right now.

Cancel that APB that was issued for Laurence Maroney. The tailback turned back the clock last week, rushing for 123 yards on 16 carries.

By John Romano and Gary Shelton , Times Sports Columnists In Print: Sunday, October 18, 2009 This week's electronic conversation between Sports columnists John Romano and Gary Shelton: JR: Gary, why do I have the feeling the Bucs are standing on the edge of a cliff today? GS: I think it's because you're a giddy optimist, and you realize that ...

RB Earnest Graham will get another chance to show his versatility Sunday when he starts at fullback for B.J. Askew , who will not play because of neck and back injuries sustained in a car accident this week.

I can safely say that never in my wildest dreams did I expect my 100th article for Bleacher Report to be about the winless Bucs heading over the pond to face a New England Patriots team that just beat Tennessee 59-0. I expected more out of this team, perhaps reading too much into the hype that was Raheem Morris.

TAMPA - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense used to stop opponents in grand fashion, but now it's giving up big plays in huge style.

The strategy isn't working yet. But the first thing general manager Mark Dominik wants to make clear, even amid the Bucs' worst start in 13 seasons, is that they're sticking with the plan.

Published: Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 11:46 p.m. Last Modified: Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 11:46 p.m. TAMPA Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris said he held up a white, blank sheet of paper and showed it to his team earlier this week.

UPDATE, 1:13 p.m. : Bryant wasn't seen during the first 30 minutes of practice that is open to reporters.

It's been quite a fall for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2003, the defending NFL champions celebrated the opening of Lincoln Financial Field with a 17-0 triumph that silenced a Monday night crowd poised for revenge.