They can rattle Chiefs QB Tyler Thigpen. The Chiefs don't have much of a running game, so they're pretty much one-dimensional already. That puts Thigpen at an early disadvantage, and the Bucs can capitalize on that by mixing up their coverages and blitzing more than usual. Thigpen is no slouch. He has a strong and accurate arm, but a good defense can put him on his heels and make him unsure of himself. That's what the Bucs need to do today. ...more

November 2, 2008

Bucs RB Earnest Graham vs. Chiefs MLB Pat Thomas Thomas doesn't have a lot of speed or mobility, but he is tough and aggressive and he is a very good tackler. He is quick to fill the middle of the line and take away a runner's ability to cut after getting through the hole, which is where Graham is at his best. The Bucs will need to get a good lead block on Thomas. That will allow Graham to make his first cut after he gets through the hole, and that will allow him to maximize his runs. Without that lead block, Graham could struggle to mount big yards against the Chiefs. ...more

November 2, 2008

TAMPA Michael Bennett's long wait for a chance to prove he is worthy of regular playing time in the Bucs' backfield might finally be over. ...more

November 1, 2008

Despite boasting the league's ninth-rated running attack and receiving little production from primary deep threat Joey Galloway, the Bucs are tied with New Orleans for the most pass attempts (304) in the NFL through Week 8. ...more

October 28, 2008

Despite playing without one of the top running backs in Hillsborough County, Chamberlain's offense finished with 424 yards total yards en route to a 35-21 Class 5A-District 6 victory against Alonso on Friday. ...more

October 25, 2008

AT STAKE CHAMBERLAIN: Billy Turner said the team's 7-0 record is the program's best start to a season during his 30 years as coach. Armwood and Plant have had perfect seasons en route to state titles and the Chiefs feel it is their turn to make history. ...more

October 24, 2008

The fire district's two highest-ranking officers are getting raises during a salary freeze. ...more

October 24, 2008

October 20, 2008

A look at Chamberlain head football coach Billy Turner's career by the numbers. Turner will go for his 250th career win and 200th at Chamberlain tonight against Jefferson: ...more

October 16, 2008

THE DIFFERENCE: The Chiefs' offensive line provided plenty of time for QB Dontae Aycock to find his receivers while also showing RB Kenny Allen ample daylight, resulting in a big night for the Chamberlain offense. ...more

October 11, 2008