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Tampa Bay (14-4) vs Oakland (13-4)
Matchups for Sunday's Super Bowl between the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
WHEN THE RAIDERS HAVE THE BALL
This is the marquee matchup: The NFL's top-rated offense (Oakland) against the top-rated defense (Tampa Bay). It's the first time that's happened in a Super Bowl.
Under first-year coach Bill Callahan, the Raiders threw more passes than any team except St. Louis, 38.7 a game. Quarterback Rich Gannon (12) won the NFL's MVP award, throwing for 4,689 yards and 26 touchdowns. His targets include 40-year-old Jerry Rice (80) and 36-year-old Tim Brown (81) as well as Jerry Porter (84), who gives them fresh legs and a deep threat. Charlie Garner (25) was the team's leading rusher and was second in receptions with 91 catches, one fewer than Rice. Rookie tight end Doug Jolley (88) has given Gannon a fifth receiving option. Randy Jordan (28) can be productive as a third-down back and both Tyrone Wheatley (47) and Zack Crockett (32) are productive in short-yardage situations.
One reason for all the passing is a huge offensive line led by right tackle Lincoln Kennedy (79) and center Barret Robbins (63), one of the best pass protection units in the league. All five starters weigh more than 300 pounds, with Kennedy the heaviest at
335. But Gannon's short drops, quick release and mobility help him avoid getting hit a lot.
The Raiders will encounter the NFL's quickest defense, one that shut down scramblers Michael Vick and Donovan McNabb. Linebacker Derrick Brooks (55) was the NFL's defensive player of the year, scoring four TDs, three on interception returns and one on a fumble. Shelton Quarles (53) is one of the NFL's quickest middle linebackers. End Simeon Rice (97) led the NFC in sacks with 15 ½, and tackle Warren Sapp (99) has been one of the NFL's top interior defensive linemen for the past half-dozen years.
But the secondary may be the real strength of the defense, which held opponents to 12.3 points a game. Cornerback Ronde Barber (20) dominated the NFC championship game against Philadelphia and capped it with a 92-yard INT return. Brian Kelly (25), the other cornerback, tied for the league lead in INTs with eight. Strong safety John Lynch (47) is the best in the league at his position, a ferocious run-stopper.
WHEN THE BUCCANEERS HAVE THE BALL
The Tampa Bay offense has always be an afterthought to the defense. Even with the arrival of offensive-minded head coach Jon Gruden, it still ranked 24th of 32 teams.
But it's been able to produce points when needed, particularly when quarterback Brad Johnson (14) has been healthy. He's an efficient passer with tall targets, wide receivers Keyshawn Johnson (19), Keenan McCardell (87) and Joe Jurevicius (83), whose only catch in the NFC championship game was a 71-yard play that gave the Bucs momentum they never lost. Tight ends Ken Dilger (85) and Rickey Dudley (85) are also big targets, although none of the receivers has great breakaway speed.
The running game is deceptive. Michael Pittman (32) led the team with 718 yards rushing but Mike Alstott (40), gets the key yardage. The Bucs ran for only 49 yards against the Eagles, but Alstott had several big short-yardage plays.
The offensive line was a problem early but has improved late, especially left tackle Roman Oben (72), a journeyman who seems finally to have matured in his seventh season. The rest of the line has protected the quarterback well, but it isn't the best run-blocking unit in the league.
The Raiders' defense has been rebuilt almost from scratch. Key acquisitions were defensive tackles Sam Adams (95) and John Parrella (97), who have solidified the run defense. DeLawrence Grant (99) and Rod Coleman (57) are the defensive ends, but the Raiders use a rotation system that also includes Chris Cooper (75) and Regan Upshaw (91).
The linebacking has been upgraded with youngsters, especially rookie middle linebacker Napoleon Harris (58) and first-year starter Eric Barton (50), who added speed to what was a sluggish unit. But the key newcomer is 15-year veteran Bill Romanowski (53) who has four Super Bowl rings, two each with Denver and San Francisco. At 36, Romanowski brings experience and fire to the defense, and if the Raiders win, he will tie Charles Haley, formerly of the 49ers and Cowboys, with five Super Bowl victories.
The other veteran is free safety Rod Woodson (26) who at 37 had his best season in nearly a decade, tying Kelly for the league lead in interceptions. He has helped the other five DBs who play a lot, cornerbacks Charles Woodson (24), Tory James (20) and Terrence Shaw (22) and safeties Anthony Dorsett (33). Woodson is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL when healthy but will be playing with a titanium plate to protect a broken leg. James also will be playing with a plate in his leg.
COACHING
Tampa Bay coach Jon Gruden was Oakland's coach last season and the Raiders' Bill Callahan was his offensive coordinator. Much of Gruden's old staff remains in Oakland. But the Oakland staff also includes, as it has for years, such ex-Raiders as Fred Biletnikoff and Willie Brown, who has been with the team as player and coach for 40 years.
Gruden has brought the West Coast offense to Tampa Bay; Callahan has made some changes to Gruden's system, which features more short passes. Chuck Bresnahan is the defensive coordinator, as he was under Gruden, but his schemes are more aggressive because he has more speed at linebacker.
The Bucs' defensive staff, headed by Monte Kiffin, is the same one that rebuilt Tampa Bay's defense under Tony Dungy. Its specialty is ``cover two'' zone with pressure from the front four, but Kiffin has made a few refinements and the improved offense has
given the defenders more rest.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Both kickers, Tampa Bay's Martin Gramatica (7) and Oakland's Sebastian Janikowski (11), are among the best in the league. Janikowski was the first kicker in 20 years to be drafted in the first round when he was taken in 2000. Gramatica was 32-of-39 this year; Janikowski was 24-of-31, including 2-of-2 from 50 yards or more.
Both punters are veterans, Shane Lechler (9) for Oakland and Tom Tupa (9) for Tampa Bay. Tupa gives the Bucs an option for the fake, he once was a starting quarterback for Arizona.
The Bucs have never had a kickoff returned for a touchdown but Aaron Stecker (27) has consistently given them decent field position. Karl Williams (86) is both the fourth wide receiver and the punt returner.
The Raiders' return game is ordinary since rookie Phillip Buchanon was lost for the season. Alvis Whitted (87) was the only deep returner on kicks in the AFC title game. Marcus Knight (85) has also done it.
INTANGIBLES
One is history. The Raiders were one of the elite teams through the 1960s and '70s, and have three Super Bowl victories, the last in 1984. Since then, they have been up and down, slightly above .500, but certainly not at the bottom.
The Bucs, created in 1976, lost the first 26 games they played, got to the NFC championship game in 1979 and then crashed. From 1983-96, they never had a winning season and lost 10 or more games in 12 consecutive seasons and 13 of 14. But they're the only team in the NFL to have made the playoffs the last four seasons. They reached the NFC title game in 2000, losing 11-6 to the Rams.
The closeness of the coaching staffs also creates intriguing possibilities. Gruden knows firsthand the strengths and weaknesses of most of the Oakland players.
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OAKLAND RAIDERS
OFFENSE
Rich Gannon (12), QB, 6-3, 210, 15th year, Delaware. NFL's most valuable player. ... Set NFL record with 418 completions, including record 21 straight vs. Denver. ... Also had league-high 4,689 yards passing, threw for 26 TDs and had only 10 INTs. ... Threw for three TDs and ran for one in AFC championship game.
Charlie Garner (25), RB, 5-10, 190, ninth year, Tennessee. Versatile all-around back who is most dangerous on screens and passes in the flat. ... Rushed for 962 yards, had 5.3 average per rush. ... Second on team with 91 catches. ... Scored 11 TDs.
Jon Ritchie (40), FB, 6-1, 250, fifth year, Stanford. Solid blocker, did not carry the ball all season. ... Had 10 receptions and one TD.
Jerry Rice (80), WR, 6-2, 200, 18th year, Mississippi Valley State. NFL's all-time leading receiver in virtually every category. ... Led team with 92 receptions for 1,211 yards and seven TDs. ... Still dynamic at age 40, especially on slants. ... Already has three Super Bowl rings with 49ers.
Tim Brown (81), WR, 6-0, 195, 15th year, Notre Dame. Longest-tenured Raider, he finally got to Super Bowl. ... Had 81 catches for 11.5 average and two TDs. ... Also returns punts. ... His wife is expecting to deliver twins Monday.
Barry Sims (65), LT, 6-5, 300, fourth year, Utah. Started all but one game this season. ... Played in NFL Europe after not being drafted out of college. ... Became starter in sixth NFL game in 1999.
Frank Middleton (73), LG, 6-4, 330, sixth year, Arizona. Former Buccaneer known as much for his talking as his blocking. ... Joined Oakland as free agent in 2001. ... Huge presence on line, one of better pass protectors at the position. ... Will get to see lots of Warren Sapp.
Barret Robbins (63), C, 6-3, 320, eighth year, TCU. Made All-Pro team for first time. ... Raiders have history of strong centers and he certainly fits. ... Made first Pro Bowl. ... Missed some practices with sore foot this week.
Mo Collins (79), RG, 6-4, 325, fifth year, Florida. Missed first six games of the season with knee problem. ... Moved in as starter vs. Kansas City and remained in lineup. ... Huge but quite mobile ... Raiders like to run behind him and Kennedy.
Lincoln Kennedy (72), RT, 6-6, 335, 10th year, Washington. San Diego native comes off best season of career, making All-Pro team. ... A team leader. ... Might need to help a bit in blocking Sapp.... Among best run blockers in the league for years.
Doug Jolley (88), TE, 6-4, 250, first year, BYU. Rookie who took over as starter when Roland Williams was injured. ... Gannon has gained confidence in him lately. ... Had 32 catches for a 12.8 average and two scores. ... Better receiver than blocker.
DEFENSE
Regan Upshaw (91), DE, 6-4, 260, seventh year, California. Returned from major knee surgery to play well down the stretch. ... Moves into lineup for injured Trace Armstrong. ... Was reactivated Nov. 20 and made season's debut Dec. 2. ... Had two sacks in limited duty.
Sam Adams (95), DT, 6-3, 330, eighth year, Texas A&M. Won ring with Baltimore two years ago. ... Massive run stuffer in middle of line, he occupies blockers to free teammates. ... Joined Raiders as free agent before season.
John Parrella (97), DT, 6-3, 300, 10th year, Nebraska. Spent eight seasons with Chargers before signing last year with Raiders. ... Strong against the run, made 45 tackles. ... One of few Raiders who are popular in San Diego.
DeLawrence Grant (99), DE, 6-3, 280, second year, Oregon State. Beginning to blossom in second season. ... More of an early-down defender, not a big sack guy. ... Made first career start in Week 2 win at Pittsburgh.
Eric Barton (50), OLB, 6-2, 245, fourth year, Maryland. Hard hitter, strong in pursuit, makes lots of plays. ... Had 124 tackles, six sacks, two interceptions and three forced fumbles. ...Became full-time player this season.
Napoleon Harris (58), MLB, 6-2, 255, first year, Northwestern. Came on in second half of rookie season. ... Plays a bit out of control at times. ... Had 63 tackles. ... First-round draftee (23rd overall).
Bill Romanowski (53), OLB, 6-4, 245, 15th year, Boston College. Has won four Super Bowl rings, two with Denver, two with San Francisco. ... Hits hard, sometimes late, doesn't mind reputation as dirty player. ... Very active for a 36-year-old with a lot of wear. ... Signed as free agent last year.
Charles Woodson (24), CB, 6-1, 200, fifth year, Michigan. When healthy, he's one of the best, but injuries have slowed him this season. ... Might be weakest link in secondary because he is not 100 percent. ... Had only one interception during season, in Week 2. ... Missed seven regular-season games with leg injury that forced him out of some practices this week.
Tory James (20), CB, 6-2, 190, seventh year, LSU. Returned from late-season leg injury to play extremely well in postseason. ... Will gamble, but often it pays off. ... Had four INTs, made 46 tackles. ... Might get matched up a lot with Keyshawn Johnson.
Anthony Dorsett (33), SS, 5-11, 205, seventh year, Pittsburgh. Son of Hall of Famer Tony Dorsett. ... Not great in coverage, but hits hard. ... Takes too many penalties. ... Has improved with Rod Woodson next to him.
Rod Woodson (26), FS, 6-0, 205, 15th year, Purdue. One of the best defensive backs in league history. ... Signed as free agent last year and made All-Pro team. ... Smart, active, hard to fool. ... Still a terrific athlete at 37.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Shane Lechler (9), P, 6-2, 225, third year, Texas A&M. Strong-legged kicker who didn't have best season. His 42.5 average was well below 45.1 career mark. ... Was injured for first two games of season.
Sebastian Janikowski (11), PK, 6-2, 255, third year, Florida State. Coach Bill Callahan says Janikowski has matured significantly this year. ... Strong leg, led NFL with 22 touchbacks. ... His 128 points were second in team history.
Marcus Knight (83), KR, 6-1, 180, second year, Michigan. Averaged 24.3 per kickoff return, but did not break any. ... Also plays wideout, made three receptions.
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
OFFENSE
Brad Johnson (14), QB, 6-5, 226, 11th year, Florida State. Has second-best winning percentage (.646) among active passers, behind Brett Favre. ... Led NFC with 92.9 rating, first Buc to do so. ... Had 15 TDs and one INT in final six games of season. ... Threw for 22 TDs and only six INTs all season.
Michael Pittman (32), RB, 6-0, 218 fifth year, Fresno State. Signed last year as free agent. ... Led team with 718 yards rushing and had 59 receptions, but generally was disappointment. ... Best numbers were 21 rushes for 90 yards vs. Chicago in season finale.... Not a breakaway threat.
Mike Alstott (40), FB, 6-1, 248, seventh year, Purdue. Made Pro Bowl as fullback, but is more like a big tailback. ... Powerful runner, especially near goal line. ... Had seven TDs this season and ranks atop Bucs' career list with 57. ... Also a good receiver.
Keyshawn Johnson (19), WR, 6-4, 212, seventh year, Southern
California. Tall, gutsy receiver who will go over the middle for tough catches. ... Averaged 14.3 yards for his 76 receptions, scored five TDs. ... Ranks fifth in receptions in NFL since 1996 with 558.
Keenan McCardell (87), WR, 6-1, 191, 11th year, UNLV. Excellent addition as complement to Keyshawn Johnson. ... Signed as free agent after release from upstate rival Jaguars. ... Scored six TDs on 61 receptions. ... Missed two games with back contusion.
Roman Oben (72), LT, 6-4, 305, seventh year, Louisville. One of least-known starting left tackles in league, but had solid season. ... Third-round pick in 1996 of Giants, signed away from Cleveland last year. ... Athletic, can get outside to block.
Kerry Jenkins (71), LG, 6-5, 305, fifth year, Troy State. Signed away from Jets as free agent. ... Solid, better blocking on run than for pass. ... Has had good postseason.
Jeff Christy (62), C, 6-3, 285, 10th year, Pittsburgh. Three-time Pro Bowler, two with Vikings, one with Bucs, who signed him as free agent in 2000. ... Has solidified line. ... Very steady, a leader of this unit and a terrific run blocker.
Cosey Coleman (60), RG, 6-4, 322, third year, Tennessee. Second-round draftee in 2000 who has begun to develop. ... Has learned to use his size well. ... Won national title with Tennessee Volunteers in 1998.
Kenyatta Walker (67), RT, 6-5, 302, second year, Florida. In '01, became first rookie to start all 16 games on Bucs' line since Paul Gruber in 1988. ... Was first-round choice after winning SEC's award as best blocker in junior year.
Ken Dilger (85), TE, 6-5, 250, eighth year, Illinois. A favorite receiver of Peyton Manning in Indianapolis, joined Bucs as free agent last year. ... Solid blocker who also made 34 catches, scored twice.
DEFENSE
Greg Spires (94), DE, 6-1, 265, fifth year, Florida State. Signed away from Cleveland as free agent. ... Had 47 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks. ... Generally has been a backup. ... Profits from playing next to Warren Sapp.
Warren Sapp (99), DT, 6-2, 303, eighth year, Miami, Fla. One of NFL's premier defensive players. ... Nonstop mouth, nonstop motor. ... Was 1999 Defensive Player of the Year. ... Has made six Pro Bowls. ... Had 7 1/2 sacks and 78 tackles.
Chartric Darby (91), DT, 6-0, 270, second year, South Carolina State. Moved into lineup when Anthony McFarland broke his leg. ... Started six games, had 32 tackles. ... Sapp did not have a sack with Darby as a starter.
Simeon Rice (97), DE, 6-5, 268, seventh year, Illinois. Had brilliant season to make All-Pro team. ... Had two or more sacks in five straight games, an NFL record, and finished with 15 1/2, tops in NFC. ... Signed as free agent in 2001, and had decent season. Was much better this year, however.
Alshermond Singleton (51), OLB, 6-2, 228, sixth year, Temple. Started 14 games this season, easily surpassing career high with 89 tackles. ... Quietly efficient. ... Became starter this year when Jamie Duncan left for Rams.
Shelton Quarles (53), MLB, 6-1, 225, sixth year, Vanderbilt. Moved to middle to replace Duncan, opening spot for Singleton in lineup. ... Was second on team with 159 tackles, including 18 vs. Carolina. ... Also had two interceptions.
Derrick Brooks (55), OLB, 6-0, 235, eighth year, Florida State. League's defensive player of the year. ... All-Pro who makes plays all over the field. ... One of team's leaders. ... Has made six consecutive Pro Bowls. ... Had five interceptions, is only LB to return three INTs for touchdowns in a season. ... Also ran back fumble for score. ... Finished with team-high 170 tackles.
Brian Kelly (25), CB, 5-11, 193, fifth year, Southern California. Led league with eight INTs. ... Also defensed 23 passes, easily beating career best. ... Made 78 tackles, also career high. ... 2002 was breakthrough season.
Ronde Barber (20), CB, 5-10, 184, sixth year, Virginia. Comes off spectacular NFC title game. ... Had two interceptions and three sacks. ... Teams tend to throw away from him, but Eagles didn't and he had 92-yard interception return to clinch conference championship. ... Twin brother Tiki plays for Giants.
John Lynch (47), SS, 6-2, 220, 10th year, Stanford. San Diego native considered among best safeties in NFL history. ... Superb in run support. ... Longtime leader of secondary, made fifth Pro Bowl this year. ... Had three INTs, 96 tackles.
Dexter Jackson (34), FS, 6-1, 203, fourth year, Florida State. Least-known of secondary members. ... Three INTs were high for one season. ... Had 86 tackles. ... Became starter in 2001.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Tom Tupa (9), P, 6-4, 225, 14th year, Ohio State. Signed away from Jets as free agent. ... Once among most consistent punters in league, but has had a dropoff. ... Had 6-yard punt vs. Philadelphia last week.
Martin Gramatica (7), PK, 5-8, 170, fourth year, Kansas State. Very consistent and dangerous place-kicker. ... Set team record with five field goals vs. Chicago. ... Made 32 of 39 field goals and all 32 extra points. ... Was 5-for-6 from 50 yards and beyond.
Aaron Stecker (27), KR, 5-10, 205, third year, Western Illinois. Also plays in the backfield. ... Was fifth in NFC with 25.2 return average. ... Has never scored TD on kick runback.
Karl Williams (86), PR, 5-10, 177, seventh year, Texas A&M-Kingsville. Also plays wideout. ... Has returned five punts for TDs, one this season. ... Had 9.5. average on punt returns.
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Tampa Bay (14-4) vs Oakland (13-4)
Matchups for Sunday's Super Bowl between the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
WHEN THE RAIDERS HAVE THE BALL
This is the marquee matchup: The NFL's top-rated offense (Oakland) against the top-rated defense (Tampa Bay). It's the first time that's happened in a Super Bowl.
Under first-year coach Bill Callahan, the Raiders threw more passes than any team except St. Louis, 38.7 a game. Quarterback Rich Gannon (12) won the NFL's MVP award, throwing for 4,689 yards and 26 touchdowns. His targets include 40-year-old Jerry Rice (80) and 36-year-old Tim Brown (81) as well as Jerry Porter (84), who gives them fresh legs and a deep threat. Charlie Garner (25) was the team's leading rusher and was second in receptions with 91 catches, one fewer than Rice. Rookie tight end Doug Jolley (88) has given Gannon a fifth receiving option. Randy Jordan (28) can be productive as a third-down back and both Tyrone Wheatley (47) and Zack Crockett (32) are productive in short-yardage situations.
One reason for all the passing is a huge offensive line led by right tackle Lincoln Kennedy (79) and center Barret Robbins (63), one of the best pass protection units in the league. All five starters weigh more than 300 pounds, with Kennedy the heaviest at
335. But Gannon's short drops, quick release and mobility help him avoid getting hit a lot.
The Raiders will encounter the NFL's quickest defense, one that shut down scramblers Michael Vick and Donovan McNabb. Linebacker Derrick Brooks (55) was the NFL's defensive player of the year, scoring four TDs, three on interception returns and one on a fumble. Shelton Quarles (53) is one of the NFL's quickest middle linebackers. End Simeon Rice (97) led the NFC in sacks with 15 ½, and tackle Warren Sapp (99) has been one of the NFL's top interior defensive linemen for the past half-dozen years.
But the secondary may be the real strength of the defense, which held opponents to 12.3 points a game. Cornerback Ronde Barber (20) dominated the NFC championship game against Philadelphia and capped it with a 92-yard INT return. Brian Kelly (25), the other cornerback, tied for the league lead in INTs with eight. Strong safety John Lynch (47) is the best in the league at his position, a ferocious run-stopper.
WHEN THE BUCCANEERS HAVE THE BALL
The Tampa Bay offense has always be an afterthought to the defense. Even with the arrival of offensive-minded head coach Jon Gruden, it still ranked 24th of 32 teams.
But it's been able to produce points when needed, particularly when quarterback Brad Johnson (14) has been healthy. He's an efficient passer with tall targets, wide receivers Keyshawn Johnson (19), Keenan McCardell (87) and Joe Jurevicius (83), whose only catch in the NFC championship game was a 71-yard play that gave the Bucs momentum they never lost. Tight ends Ken Dilger (85) and Rickey Dudley (85) are also big targets, although none of the receivers has great breakaway speed.
The running game is deceptive. Michael Pittman (32) led the team with 718 yards rushing but Mike Alstott (40), gets the key yardage. The Bucs ran for only 49 yards against the Eagles, but Alstott had several big short-yardage plays.
The offensive line was a problem early but has improved late, especially left tackle Roman Oben (72), a journeyman who seems finally to have matured in his seventh season. The rest of the line has protected the quarterback well, but it isn't the best run-blocking unit in the league.
The Raiders' defense has been rebuilt almost from scratch. Key acquisitions were defensive tackles Sam Adams (95) and John Parrella (97), who have solidified the run defense. DeLawrence Grant (99) and Rod Coleman (57) are the defensive ends, but the Raiders use a rotation system that also includes Chris Cooper (75) and Regan Upshaw (91).
The linebacking has been upgraded with youngsters, especially rookie middle linebacker Napoleon Harris (58) and first-year starter Eric Barton (50), who added speed to what was a sluggish unit. But the key newcomer is 15-year veteran Bill Romanowski (53) who has four Super Bowl rings, two each with Denver and San Francisco. At 36, Romanowski brings experience and fire to the defense, and if the Raiders win, he will tie Charles Haley, formerly of the 49ers and Cowboys, with five Super Bowl victories.
The other veteran is free safety Rod Woodson (26) who at 37 had his best season in nearly a decade, tying Kelly for the league lead in interceptions. He has helped the other five DBs who play a lot, cornerbacks Charles Woodson (24), Tory James (20) and Terrence Shaw (22) and safeties Anthony Dorsett (33). Woodson is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL when healthy but will be playing with a titanium plate to protect a broken leg. James also will be playing with a plate in his leg.
COACHING
Tampa Bay coach Jon Gruden was Oakland's coach last season and the Raiders' Bill Callahan was his offensive coordinator. Much of Gruden's old staff remains in Oakland. But the Oakland staff also includes, as it has for years, such ex-Raiders as Fred Biletnikoff and Willie Brown, who has been with the team as player and coach for 40 years.
Gruden has brought the West Coast offense to Tampa Bay; Callahan has made some changes to Gruden's system, which features more short passes. Chuck Bresnahan is the defensive coordinator, as he was under Gruden, but his schemes are more aggressive because he has more speed at linebacker.
The Bucs' defensive staff, headed by Monte Kiffin, is the same one that rebuilt Tampa Bay's defense under Tony Dungy. Its specialty is ``cover two'' zone with pressure from the front four, but Kiffin has made a few refinements and the improved offense has
given the defenders more rest.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Both kickers, Tampa Bay's Martin Gramatica (7) and Oakland's Sebastian Janikowski (11), are among the best in the league. Janikowski was the first kicker in 20 years to be drafted in the first round when he was taken in 2000. Gramatica was 32-of-39 this year; Janikowski was 24-of-31, including 2-of-2 from 50 yards or more.
Both punters are veterans, Shane Lechler (9) for Oakland and Tom Tupa (9) for Tampa Bay. Tupa gives the Bucs an option for the fake, he once was a starting quarterback for Arizona.
The Bucs have never had a kickoff returned for a touchdown but Aaron Stecker (27) has consistently given them decent field position. Karl Williams (86) is both the fourth wide receiver and the punt returner.
The Raiders' return game is ordinary since rookie Phillip Buchanon was lost for the season. Alvis Whitted (87) was the only deep returner on kicks in the AFC title game. Marcus Knight (85) has also done it.
INTANGIBLES
One is history. The Raiders were one of the elite teams through the 1960s and '70s, and have three Super Bowl victories, the last in 1984. Since then, they have been up and down, slightly above .500, but certainly not at the bottom.
The Bucs, created in 1976, lost the first 26 games they played, got to the NFC championship game in 1979 and then crashed. From 1983-96, they never had a winning season and lost 10 or more games in 12 consecutive seasons and 13 of 14. But they're the only team in the NFL to have made the playoffs the last four seasons. They reached the NFC title game in 2000, losing 11-6 to the Rams.
The closeness of the coaching staffs also creates intriguing possibilities. Gruden knows firsthand the strengths and weaknesses of most of the Oakland players.
Projected starters in Sunday's Super Bowl:
OAKLAND RAIDERS
OFFENSE
Rich Gannon (12), QB, 6-3, 210, 15th year, Delaware. NFL's most valuable player. ... Set NFL record with 418 completions, including record 21 straight vs. Denver. ... Also had league-high 4,689 yards passing, threw for 26 TDs and had only 10 INTs. ... Threw for three TDs and ran for one in AFC championship game.
Charlie Garner (25), RB, 5-10, 190, ninth year, Tennessee. Versatile all-around back who is most dangerous on screens and passes in the flat. ... Rushed for 962 yards, had 5.3 average per rush. ... Second on team with 91 catches. ... Scored 11 TDs.
Jon Ritchie (40), FB, 6-1, 250, fifth year, Stanford. Solid blocker, did not carry the ball all season. ... Had 10 receptions and one TD.
Jerry Rice (80), WR, 6-2, 200, 18th year, Mississippi Valley State. NFL's all-time leading receiver in virtually every category. ... Led team with 92 receptions for 1,211 yards and seven TDs. ... Still dynamic at age 40, especially on slants. ... Already has three Super Bowl rings with 49ers.
Tim Brown (81), WR, 6-0, 195, 15th year, Notre Dame. Longest-tenured Raider, he finally got to Super Bowl. ... Had 81 catches for 11.5 average and two TDs. ... Also returns punts. ... His wife is expecting to deliver twins Monday.
Barry Sims (65), LT, 6-5, 300, fourth year, Utah. Started all but one game this season. ... Played in NFL Europe after not being drafted out of college. ... Became starter in sixth NFL game in 1999.
Frank Middleton (73), LG, 6-4, 330, sixth year, Arizona. Former Buccaneer known as much for his talking as his blocking. ... Joined Oakland as free agent in 2001. ... Huge presence on line, one of better pass protectors at the position. ... Will get to see lots of Warren Sapp.
Barret Robbins (63), C, 6-3, 320, eighth year, TCU. Made All-Pro team for first time. ... Raiders have history of strong centers and he certainly fits. ... Made first Pro Bowl. ... Missed some practices with sore foot this week.
Mo Collins (79), RG, 6-4, 325, fifth year, Florida. Missed first six games of the season with knee problem. ... Moved in as starter vs. Kansas City and remained in lineup. ... Huge but quite mobile ... Raiders like to run behind him and Kennedy.
Lincoln Kennedy (72), RT, 6-6, 335, 10th year, Washington. San Diego native comes off best season of career, making All-Pro team. ... A team leader. ... Might need to help a bit in blocking Sapp.... Among best run blockers in the league for years.
Doug Jolley (88), TE, 6-4, 250, first year, BYU. Rookie who took over as starter when Roland Williams was injured. ... Gannon has gained confidence in him lately. ... Had 32 catches for a 12.8 average and two scores. ... Better receiver than blocker.
DEFENSE
Regan Upshaw (91), DE, 6-4, 260, seventh year, California. Returned from major knee surgery to play well down the stretch. ... Moves into lineup for injured Trace Armstrong. ... Was reactivated Nov. 20 and made season's debut Dec. 2. ... Had two sacks in limited duty.
Sam Adams (95), DT, 6-3, 330, eighth year, Texas A&M. Won ring with Baltimore two years ago. ... Massive run stuffer in middle of line, he occupies blockers to free teammates. ... Joined Raiders as free agent before season.
John Parrella (97), DT, 6-3, 300, 10th year, Nebraska. Spent eight seasons with Chargers before signing last year with Raiders. ... Strong against the run, made 45 tackles. ... One of few Raiders who are popular in San Diego.
DeLawrence Grant (99), DE, 6-3, 280, second year, Oregon State. Beginning to blossom in second season. ... More of an early-down defender, not a big sack guy. ... Made first career start in Week 2 win at Pittsburgh.
Eric Barton (50), OLB, 6-2, 245, fourth year, Maryland. Hard hitter, strong in pursuit, makes lots of plays. ... Had 124 tackles, six sacks, two interceptions and three forced fumbles. ...Became full-time player this season.
Napoleon Harris (58), MLB, 6-2, 255, first year, Northwestern. Came on in second half of rookie season. ... Plays a bit out of control at times. ... Had 63 tackles. ... First-round draftee (23rd overall).
Bill Romanowski (53), OLB, 6-4, 245, 15th year, Boston College. Has won four Super Bowl rings, two with Denver, two with San Francisco. ... Hits hard, sometimes late, doesn't mind reputation as dirty player. ... Very active for a 36-year-old with a lot of wear. ... Signed as free agent last year.
Charles Woodson (24), CB, 6-1, 200, fifth year, Michigan. When healthy, he's one of the best, but injuries have slowed him this season. ... Might be weakest link in secondary because he is not 100 percent. ... Had only one interception during season, in Week 2. ... Missed seven regular-season games with leg injury that forced him out of some practices this week.
Tory James (20), CB, 6-2, 190, seventh year, LSU. Returned from late-season leg injury to play extremely well in postseason. ... Will gamble, but often it pays off. ... Had four INTs, made 46 tackles. ... Might get matched up a lot with Keyshawn Johnson.
Anthony Dorsett (33), SS, 5-11, 205, seventh year, Pittsburgh. Son of Hall of Famer Tony Dorsett. ... Not great in coverage, but hits hard. ... Takes too many penalties. ... Has improved with Rod Woodson next to him.
Rod Woodson (26), FS, 6-0, 205, 15th year, Purdue. One of the best defensive backs in league history. ... Signed as free agent last year and made All-Pro team. ... Smart, active, hard to fool. ... Still a terrific athlete at 37.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Shane Lechler (9), P, 6-2, 225, third year, Texas A&M. Strong-legged kicker who didn't have best season. His 42.5 average was well below 45.1 career mark. ... Was injured for first two games of season.
Sebastian Janikowski (11), PK, 6-2, 255, third year, Florida State. Coach Bill Callahan says Janikowski has matured significantly this year. ... Strong leg, led NFL with 22 touchbacks. ... His 128 points were second in team history.
Marcus Knight (83), KR, 6-1, 180, second year, Michigan. Averaged 24.3 per kickoff return, but did not break any. ... Also plays wideout, made three receptions.
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
OFFENSE
Brad Johnson (14), QB, 6-5, 226, 11th year, Florida State. Has second-best winning percentage (.646) among active passers, behind Brett Favre. ... Led NFC with 92.9 rating, first Buc to do so. ... Had 15 TDs and one INT in final six games of season. ... Threw for 22 TDs and only six INTs all season.
Michael Pittman (32), RB, 6-0, 218 fifth year, Fresno State. Signed last year as free agent. ... Led team with 718 yards rushing and had 59 receptions, but generally was disappointment. ... Best numbers were 21 rushes for 90 yards vs. Chicago in season finale.... Not a breakaway threat.
Mike Alstott (40), FB, 6-1, 248, seventh year, Purdue. Made Pro Bowl as fullback, but is more like a big tailback. ... Powerful runner, especially near goal line. ... Had seven TDs this season and ranks atop Bucs' career list with 57. ... Also a good receiver.
Keyshawn Johnson (19), WR, 6-4, 212, seventh year, Southern
California. Tall, gutsy receiver who will go over the middle for tough catches. ... Averaged 14.3 yards for his 76 receptions, scored five TDs. ... Ranks fifth in receptions in NFL since 1996 with 558.
Keenan McCardell (87), WR, 6-1, 191, 11th year, UNLV. Excellent addition as complement to Keyshawn Johnson. ... Signed as free agent after release from upstate rival Jaguars. ... Scored six TDs on 61 receptions. ... Missed two games with back contusion.
Roman Oben (72), LT, 6-4, 305, seventh year, Louisville. One of least-known starting left tackles in league, but had solid season. ... Third-round pick in 1996 of Giants, signed away from Cleveland last year. ... Athletic, can get outside to block.
Kerry Jenkins (71), LG, 6-5, 305, fifth year, Troy State. Signed away from Jets as free agent. ... Solid, better blocking on run than for pass. ... Has had good postseason.
Jeff Christy (62), C, 6-3, 285, 10th year, Pittsburgh. Three-time Pro Bowler, two with Vikings, one with Bucs, who signed him as free agent in 2000. ... Has solidified line. ... Very steady, a leader of this unit and a terrific run blocker.
Cosey Coleman (60), RG, 6-4, 322, third year, Tennessee. Second-round draftee in 2000 who has begun to develop. ... Has learned to use his size well. ... Won national title with Tennessee Volunteers in 1998.
Kenyatta Walker (67), RT, 6-5, 302, second year, Florida. In '01, became first rookie to start all 16 games on Bucs' line since Paul Gruber in 1988. ... Was first-round choice after winning SEC's award as best blocker in junior year.
Ken Dilger (85), TE, 6-5, 250, eighth year, Illinois. A favorite receiver of Peyton Manning in Indianapolis, joined Bucs as free agent last year. ... Solid blocker who also made 34 catches, scored twice.
DEFENSE
Greg Spires (94), DE, 6-1, 265, fifth year, Florida State. Signed away from Cleveland as free agent. ... Had 47 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks. ... Generally has been a backup. ... Profits from playing next to Warren Sapp.
Warren Sapp (99), DT, 6-2, 303, eighth year, Miami, Fla. One of NFL's premier defensive players. ... Nonstop mouth, nonstop motor. ... Was 1999 Defensive Player of the Year. ... Has made six Pro Bowls. ... Had 7 1/2 sacks and 78 tackles.
Chartric Darby (91), DT, 6-0, 270, second year, South Carolina State. Moved into lineup when Anthony McFarland broke his leg. ... Started six games, had 32 tackles. ... Sapp did not have a sack with Darby as a starter.
Simeon Rice (97), DE, 6-5, 268, seventh year, Illinois. Had brilliant season to make All-Pro team. ... Had two or more sacks in five straight games, an NFL record, and finished with 15 1/2, tops in NFC. ... Signed as free agent in 2001, and had decent season. Was much better this year, however.
Alshermond Singleton (51), OLB, 6-2, 228, sixth year, Temple. Started 14 games this season, easily surpassing career high with 89 tackles. ... Quietly efficient. ... Became starter this year when Jamie Duncan left for Rams.
Shelton Quarles (53), MLB, 6-1, 225, sixth year, Vanderbilt. Moved to middle to replace Duncan, opening spot for Singleton in lineup. ... Was second on team with 159 tackles, including 18 vs. Carolina. ... Also had two interceptions.
Derrick Brooks (55), OLB, 6-0, 235, eighth year, Florida State. League's defensive player of the year. ... All-Pro who makes plays all over the field. ... One of team's leaders. ... Has made six consecutive Pro Bowls. ... Had five interceptions, is only LB to return three INTs for touchdowns in a season. ... Also ran back fumble for score. ... Finished with team-high 170 tackles.
Brian Kelly (25), CB, 5-11, 193, fifth year, Southern California. Led league with eight INTs. ... Also defensed 23 passes, easily beating career best. ... Made 78 tackles, also career high. ... 2002 was breakthrough season.
Ronde Barber (20), CB, 5-10, 184, sixth year, Virginia. Comes off spectacular NFC title game. ... Had two interceptions and three sacks. ... Teams tend to throw away from him, but Eagles didn't and he had 92-yard interception return to clinch conference championship. ... Twin brother Tiki plays for Giants.
John Lynch (47), SS, 6-2, 220, 10th year, Stanford. San Diego native considered among best safeties in NFL history. ... Superb in run support. ... Longtime leader of secondary, made fifth Pro Bowl this year. ... Had three INTs, 96 tackles.
Dexter Jackson (34), FS, 6-1, 203, fourth year, Florida State. Least-known of secondary members. ... Three INTs were high for one season. ... Had 86 tackles. ... Became starter in 2001.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Tom Tupa (9), P, 6-4, 225, 14th year, Ohio State. Signed away from Jets as free agent. ... Once among most consistent punters in league, but has had a dropoff. ... Had 6-yard punt vs. Philadelphia last week.
Martin Gramatica (7), PK, 5-8, 170, fourth year, Kansas State. Very consistent and dangerous place-kicker. ... Set team record with five field goals vs. Chicago. ... Made 32 of 39 field goals and all 32 extra points. ... Was 5-for-6 from 50 yards and beyond.
Aaron Stecker (27), KR, 5-10, 205, third year, Western Illinois. Also plays in the backfield. ... Was fifth in NFC with 25.2 return average. ... Has never scored TD on kick runback.
Karl Williams (86), PR, 5-10, 177, seventh year, Texas A&M-Kingsville. Also plays wideout. ... Has returned five punts for TDs, one this season. ... Had 9.5. average on punt returns.
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