Warren Sapp always gave the fans their money's worth. He could be loud, bombastic and controversial, but for the nine seasons he played for the Bucs, he set the standard at the defensive tackle position.

   He finished his career with 96.5 sacks, eight Pro Bowl appearances and a Super Bowl championship.

   Sapp is retiring after 13 NFL seasons, the last four in Oakland. He says his retirement party Saturday night at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is a gift to Tampa fans.

   Tickets are $75 and available on TicketMaster and on-line at www.QBKilla.com. Proceeds will benefit the Tampa Children's Cancer Center.

    ""They always said I wasn't a social guy,'' Sapp said. "So let's get together and have a social gathering and give the money to the kids. They always say I never interacted with the fans. I swear I did. I know I used to stand on my feet and they would stand on their feet at Raymond James Stadium. I put on a show for a long time and I want to say, "Thank you.' So let's throw a nice party.'

   I had an interesting discussion with Sapp about his career and his future that was posted earlier today. As always, there were some surprises, like the news that he is considering an offer to appear on Dancing with the Stars!

   If you want to send No. 99 out in style and contribute to a good cause, check out his party Saturday night.