Bucs officially sign Trotter
The Bucs finally got around to announcing they have signed Eagles linebacker Jeremiah Trotter.
To make room for Trotter, the team released receiver Taye Biddle, who had just been acquired Sunday from the Carolina Panthers.
That follows the last-man-in, first-man-out theory when it comes to deciphering the 53rd man on the roster.
Trotter signed a 1-year deal. Although terms weren't released, it's believed to be worth more than the league minimum.
The four-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker is expected to be used as a backup to Barrett Ruud, who has just five career starts. The Bucs could have some concerns about Ruud's ability to stop downhill runners. Or Trotter could be used in as an inside linebacker if they deploy a 3-4 defense.
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Well hopefully him and Ruud can learn from each other. Our defense is stocked pretty well. We should be back on top within 3 years.
Posted by: AL | September 05, 2007 at 09:15 AM
Hate to break this to you but Philly was 26th in the league last year against the run, allowing 4.5 a rush. Trotter is not an upgrade.
Posted by: Carl | September 05, 2007 at 12:28 PM
as far as a back up, he is an excellent one to have. and at a bargain price
Posted by: aaron | September 05, 2007 at 01:46 PM
THIS IS WHATS WRONG WITH GRUDEN. HE WANTS THE OLD GUYS AS HE CANT WORK WITH THE YOUNG ONES. WE WERE OLD ON D AND NOW WE MIGHT BE OLDER. GRUDEN KILLED THE OAKLAND RAIDERS AND NOW THE BUCS. WE SHOULD HAVE NEVER LET DUNGY GO
Posted by: David | September 07, 2007 at 10:25 AM