Tampabay.com
AUGUST 02, 2007

Buchanon a two-way player?

Coach Jon Gruden made a little news here in saying cornerback Phillip Buchanon could see some action on offense.

Gruden didn't go into detail but Buchanon is regarded as one of the best athletes on the team and will also be a key on special teams as a possible return man. You might remember he was an electric return man in college at Miami and as a rookie with the Oakland Raiders before suffering a major leg injury.

The Bucs seem to think he can be the answer at punt returner and, it appears, they also see him as a guy with some Devin Hester-like qualities. And, if the season started today, Buchanon would be lining up at the nickelback, making him the third cornerback behind Ronde Barber and Brian Kelly.

Join the discussion: Click to view comments, add yours

About the blog

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans: Keep up with your team news on Bucs Beat, our blog for all things Bucs. Tampa Bay Times sports writers keep you posted on the latest Bucs news, and you can weigh in with your own thoughts.

Advertisement

Follow us on Facebook

Registration FAQ

Read our Frequently Asked Questions on how to register to comment on the site.