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.
Bucs Beat is the online destination for Buccaneer fans interested in the latest news about the team. St. Petersburg Times reporters Rick Stroud, Stephen Holder and Joe Smith will provide regular updates. Readers can comment on players, coaches, the front office - all of it.
i think that's a great idea
Posted by: Mitch R | August 03, 2007 at 10:47 AM
this is the best thing that could ever happen too the buc's.... he's a super star!!!!!!!!!!!11
Posted by: andre monsanto | August 04, 2007 at 07:43 PM
Buchanon is a tremendous athlete "play maker".... he's can carry the Bucs, to the next level... this is a great idea by gruden!!!!!! i can't wait... buchanon should still be the starting DB....
Posted by: colin | August 04, 2007 at 07:50 PM