I look for a huge game from him.

word on Joey Galloway yet.. There’s been talk this week that even if he did return, he would no longer be in the role he enjoyed last season as Antonio Bryant has filled in very nicely. So nicely in fact that he may remain in Galloway’s spot for the rest of the season. This team needs speed though and its sad that Galloway or our 2nd round pick in Dexter Jackson are not able to provide that much needed speed.

1. it’s the Cowboys #2 the game is in big ‘D’ #3 it’s the Cowboys. The Bucs got embarrassed the last time they faced you guys so redemption will be on their minds. I don’t expect to see a blowout though, i expect to see a tight ball game where both teams play almost flawlessly…

That’s of course if Romo plays… is he expected to start?

They’ve had three games in which a sack was not allowed, one of which our QB threw the ball 67 times (@ Chicago). The Saints didnt really get to Garcia that much, he was just off accuracy-wise all game. The Broncos however did get to our QB’s and even put Griese out of the game with a shoulder injury. Leading up to the Broncos game, their fans swore they had no pass rush yet they pressured our QB’s all day. Our line, though its young, has been our greatest strength. Sunday is no doubt a great test for them.

i’m inclined to say no. Our d-line doesnt have a ton of sacks to speak of, but coupled with the LB’s pursuit they definitely have their fair share of QB disruptions. If I remember anything about Brad Johnson, its that he was slow to get plays started. Fast forward six years and he must look like a sloth out there.

If the coaching staff calls for quick plays, 3 step drops, and a ton of looks over the middle to enter threat here the Cowboys would present a pretty good challenge for our defense. If they rely on Johnson to take 5 step drops in hopes of hitting T.O. deep it could be a long day as our d-linemen are very distinctive and disruptive. Gaines Adams has two interceptions from the left end position.

Our rush defense has been great thus far so they will be tested again this week with Marion the Barbarian…

Our sack leader in DE Greg White (3.5) hasnt registered a sack since week 3. It’s not that they don’t pressure the QB because they do, they just havent been able to register a bunch of sacks. Gaines Adams has two interceptions (one for a touchdown) so that shows you what type of instincts he has. And the defense has been really great against the run (Chris Hovan and Jovan Haye up the middle) by not allowing a 100 yard rusher all season or a rushing touchdown.

The ace in the hole is our MLB Barrett Ruud coming in on blitzes. He’s caused tipped passes, has a sack, and has two interceptions himself. We certainly don’t possess the toughest defensive line you’ll face all season, but they are far from push overs.

has been reminiscent of former Buc S John Lynch. He’s not a starter but tends to come in on nickel packages and has produced by laying the thunder, causing fumbles, and intercepting the ball. He’s a wrecking ball on special teams… He’s definitely a up and comer

Another Safety Tanard Jackson typically flys under the radar. He’s one of the hardest hitters on the team and is always mixing it up with opposing offenses.

I’m not sure how familiar you are with MLB Barrett Ruud but he’s our best defensive player. He’s got a radar for the ball. He’s in on the action every single play. When he rushes the QB he tends to provide splash opportunities for his teammates (he helped CB Phillip Buchanon return a ball for a touchdown against ATL). He’s got great cover skills and is a sure tackler who is always looking to strip the ball. He is rarely if ever caught out of position.

On offense, I’m sure Antonio Bryant is familiar to you, he’s been phenomenal for us lately. He doesnt possess ridiculous speed, but he’s been snatching the ball out of the air and he provides our greatest weapon to stretch the field.

In the category of not-so-glamorous: Rookie Guard Jeremy Zuttah has been enormous while filling in for injured Guard’s Davin Joseph and Arron Sears. He’s a big reason why our run offense has been so consistent. For a rookie to #1 be so versatile on the line and #2 be able to be effective… he’s been a great addition…

in a league where the Browns beat the Giants, the Chiefs beat the Broncos and so on and so on. I dont think any match-up is a gimme. Obviously the odds are on our side with the bounty of players who won’t be suiting up for your squad this week. With the Bucs there’s always the potential to look past the Cowboys considering all of the perceived weaknesses your team now possesses. Luckily for us we have to play the Chiefs next, so I don’t think the Bucs will have a problem focusing on the ‘Boys… Plus they’ll want to avenge for that Turkey Day ass beating from a couple years ago….

Last weekend any Bucs fan would have thought we would demolish the Seahawks at home, we only won by 10 points so going on the road, anything can happen

Is hurt right?

Warrick Dunn has was limited in walk throughs yesterday… i dont think he’ll see the field. Earnest Graham should get the majority of the work load this weekend. Cadillac Williams has started practicing this week after being injured for more than a year, but he wont play this weekend either…

you may see Michael Bennett out there, but its difficult to say as Gruden likes to keep this info close to the chest