Contact John Romano at jromano@tampabay.com. Tampa hasn't been a winning team, and we all know it's hard to be considered a Pro Bowl, All-Pro person on a losing team, and I did it six years straight. Please keep comments relevant to the topic. 2016 - The late R. Michael Campbell '67 and M. Susan Campbell '68. McCoy will be the under-tackle, which means he can just push up the field in a one-gap style of defense. We set out to win a Super Bowl and make it to Canton. ", "He's a damn good player. A fan favorite, McCoy returning to Tampa Bay would be a welcome addition for many Bucs supporters, and would give the former team captain a chance to help contribute to the team's attempt to repeat . Bucs training campSmith pinning hopes on journeyman QB McCown, "They're talented, but compare Gerald and Lavonte to Warren and Derrick early in their careers," Smith said. The Cowboys have subsequently cut him as per their rights in his contract. Those guys are Hall of Famers. "I'm blessed to call Warren Sapp one of my best friends," McCoy said. "We just have to be us. "I'm tired of losing. Home Exhibits Signature Exhibits California Hall of Fame Inductees 5th class. Its not often that a player of uncommon skill is immediately replaced by someone with similar credentials. If the Bucs go 10-6 and make the playoffs, then hardly anyone outside of the McCoy clan will care about this debate. Come on, man -- stop. Fill in the missing pieces in the comments below. Led by Jalen Hurts, the Oklahoma Sooners are tied with the most players heading to the Super Bowl. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. But it will not be his reputation that is potentially at risk. Want more of our free, weekly newslettersinyourinbox? Follow @romano_tbtimes. That's hard to do. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 69 (688th overall since 1960). And fans count on a franchise to be the gatekeepers of history. Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp, an icon with the beleaguered Tampa Bay Buccaneers franchise, served as a mentor to Gerald McCoy during McCoys nine seasons in Tampa. "The past two years I was successful in that scheme. He has also become friends with Sapp. McCoy had a career-best 9 sacks last season. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Because there's a long way to go. To protect their memories, so to speak. Gerald McCoy, who played nine seasons for the Buccaneers, faces his former team Sept. 12 in Carolina and Oct. 13 in London. It's still early, but the McCoy-David pairing has a chance to be a great one. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. And it makes sense that Mike Alstott, Ronde Barber and John Lynch have had their jerseys taken out of rotation because they still have a shot at the Hall. Inductee February 17, 2012 (b. Sapp was cat-quick, which allowed him to excel both pushing the pocket and playing the run. "Right then, I texted Lavonte: 'Why can't that be us? But it will not be his . And you want them to try and be better than Derrick and Warren. When Sapp and Brooks played together, they were compared to Joe Greene and Jack Ham, another great lineman-linebacker combo. Perhaps there could even be interest in bringing him on the coaching staff if he cant find a team to sign him. "Gerald sets the pace. Things have slowed down quite a bit for the Las Vegas Raiders after a busy first week of free agency. Last time I checked, those were Hall of Famers and champions. Powered by. ", Sapp did not take kindly to McCoys words, telling PewterReport.com that the thing that kind of threw me sideways was Gerald talking about Sapp, (Derrick) Brooks, Lee Roy (Selmon), (John) Lynch, Ronde (Barber), nobody wore their numbers. That seems to be a clear criteria. "It's a one-gap penetration defense. Sequels rarely live up to the original. Fellow gold-jacket member Warren Sapp wasn't re-signed after making seven straight Pro Bowls. For the respect I received after doing that, they showed none, and I don't know why. After wearing the same jersey for nearly 10 years in Tampa Bay, No. Download 65+ Free Hollywood Walk Of Fame Wallpaper Images & 500,000+ Wallpapers for Free. "I haven't played in a year and I'm 33 years old. However, McCoy didn't have much to say about Hall of Fame . 2019 - Don McIntyre '52 and Nancy Todd McIntyre '53. 55, Selmons No. 61 through No. The Bucs went two years without issuing Paul Grubers No. This isnt about feeling sorry for McCoy, although I wouldnt blame him if he was miffed. PFR HOF Monitor: 43.50 (45th among DT, average HOF DT is 105.38). Its sort of standard procedure for really good players to get cut late in their contracts, over money issues, and hard feelings arise. READ NEXT: Packers HC Sends Strong Message on New Raiders WR Davante Adams, Raiders Free Agent Responds to Question on Future: I Aint Going Nowhere, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Gerald. The Patriots set up their . "I earned that respect. . Patience is going to have to be a part of his game. After waiting in free agency, Thomas signed a deal with the New York Jets. We're going to open eyes. The seven sacks last season are a high total for a 4-3 outside linebacker, and the five picks show how good he is in coverage, something that helped Brooks become a star. This likely ends McCoy's pro career, and what looked like four years ago as a distant Hall of Fame shot. See a first look of defensive tackle Gerald McCoy in a Las Vegas Raiders uniform. I get a front row seat to watch those two guys grow because I live in Tampa. "Warren and Derrick are Buccaneers for life," Smith said. Regardless, its a situation to watch as the team has already added a few defensive tackles this offseason. You're talking about something silly. From 2012 to 2017, Gerald McCoy was chosen to the Pro Bowl, but his star diminished in 2018, and he had an average year in Carolina in 2019. Tampa Bay has retired only three numbers Brooks No. "Nobody works harder.". Or write about sports? None had their jersey handed out a week later. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Please check your email for a confirmation. The Presidential Doll Collection is housed upstairs on the second floor, near room 827. So what does this say to other players about how the Bucs value them? 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Three had their jerseys officially retired, three more were unofficially retired and one went unused for two years. Are Lavonte David and Gerald McCoy the next Derrick Brooks and Warren Sapp? Will it change how you feel about Suhs potential? Gerald McCoy, Lavonte David already compared to Bucs Hall of Famers Lovie Smith brings the Tampa-2 back to the Bucs, which made household names out of Warren Sapp and Derrick Brooks. However, it doesnt appear the 34-year-old is ready to end things quite yet. Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane reveals how linebacker Von Miller has impacted 2022 Bills at camp. The team still has plenty of roster space left to fill out over the next several months but theres no rush to fill them quite yet. Jeff. Smith's defense requires a good "Will" linebacker. The third overall draft pick in 2010, McCoy has grown as a leader and father of four. McCoy seemed much more upbeat about the new scheme. 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The Raiders do have a new coaching staff from last year but McCoy is a known commodity and the team should at least consider bringing him back. "Make no mistake, this is Gerald McCoy's team, his defense," said Smith, who was a Bucs assistant during the heyday of Sapp and Brooks. 2018 - Gary Workman '65. "For me, I just love this game so much, it's still fun to me," McCoy. They are the only three Hall of Famers who were predominantly Bucs. In 2018, McCoy had a career-low 28 tackles after recording 47 tackles in 2017. Four more former Sooners are headed to Glendale for the Super Bowl after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in the (). It could mean that a return to the Raiders next season is in the works. He's a six-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle who at 31 is still plenty productive even though he and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers "mutually parted ways" on Monday, having made six sacks. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | What does it say to fans who have invested nine years of devotion in McCoys name? . The six-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle was signed by the Raiders during training camp last year. It could also simply mean that McCoy will always be a Raider despite only being with the team for one season. Pickett, Jalen Redmond shines at NFL Combine, sets social media ablaze, 'Look what the 'Football god' placed in my room': Emmett Jones excited about D.J. 93 for the Buccaneers this fall? "It's not just me, it's all the vets on this defense. It's predicated on the under-tackle, which is what I play. 2021 Pre-Reaseon Rank #47, 2020 Pre-Season Rank #39. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Graham's potential, Oklahoma set to host over 20 prospects in Norman for Junior Day, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Two better mentors.'. But just because Sapp is a loose cannon, and McCoy is a beloved figure both in Oklahoma and maybe even on the Suncoast of Florida, doesnt mean that Sapp is wrong. New defensive line coach Frank Okam played with McCoy for three seasons when they were both on Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We have to be us, and be the best we can be.". McCoy is always the first player on the practice field, setting a good example for the rest of the team. However, it doesn't appear the 34-year-old is ready to end. All rights reserved. Copyright 2020-2023 FutureFootballLegends.com, Unmasking the Next Generation's Hall of Fame. McCoy, who was played his entire career to this point with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was released in late May. "The best thing about it? Lavonte can't be Brooks. However, due to its ingeniously simple design, other railroads began creating similar versions. Like Brooks, David was considered too small when he came out of Nebraska to be a quality linebacker. That didn't happen this year, as he underwent season-ending knee surgery during training camp. There is the buzz that this defensive scheme is great for Will linebackers. He's been a big brother, telling me, 'Be who I am, be the best I can be. Despite the disappointing season, he was still the highest-graded defender on the Tampa Bay defense according to Pro Football Focus. McCoy, from Oklahoma Citys Southeast High School, was released by the Buccaneers in May. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. McCoy started all 123 of his appearances over nine seasons with the Bucs, tallying 54.5 sacks, which currently ranks third in franchise history. He's thicker and stronger, but still looks as quick as ever. McCoy said he studies Sapp's tapes to pick up little things that can help make him better. The Panthers ranked 19th in total defense last season. Unlike players, who come and go, an organization and its fans are together for the long haul. Barbers 150. section: | slug: gerald-mccoy-lavonte-david-already-compared-to-bucs-hall-of-famers | sport: football | route: article_single.us | Of course, Selmons was only 87 his career was cut a little short so again, dont trust AV like it descended from Mount Sinai. Make the Hall of Fame, get your number retired. Las Vegas Raiders. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. That didn't happen this year, as he underwent season-ending knee surgery during training camp. A year ago, McCoy worked so hard that he lost too much weight. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2023: Ronde Barber, Darrelle Revis and seven others . "But you can't push too much. It shouldnt. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Gerald McCoy's individual accomplishments are only one chapter in the story of his career. Hall of Fame running back and Detroit Lions legend Barry Sanders explains why Lions fans are excited for 2022 season. That's what Tampa Bay is known for.". This likely ends McCoy's pro career, and what looked like four years ago as a distant Hall of Fame shot. 2015 - Elta Turner Cooke '52. "Those guys are once-in-a-lifetime players," McCoy said of Sapp and Brooks. Cowboys lose Gerald McCoy for 2020: Team's plan to replace him is potent, and easily installed Act two stars Gerald McCoy in the Sapp role, with Lavonte David playing Brooks -- although they have a long road to get to the same level of Sapp and Brooks, who are both now in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. A newly minted Hall of Famer already has. I'm one of the best players to ever play in the organization, McCoy said on the Fox show. San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk discusses the 'tempers flaring' moment at practice between him and 49ers linebacker Fred Warner. So, yeah, it made sense to retire the numbers of Lee Roy Selmon, Derrick Brooks and Warren Sapp who, have all been inducted in the Hall of Fame. 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Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. But he's a humble guy who loves passing on his knowledge. Hopefully, it will carry over to me.". One Raiders fan on Twitter expressed the fact that he wanted the team to re-sign McCoy. Two young Bucs who are the heart and soul of new coach Lovie Smith's Tampa 2 defense turned a Saturday night text into a legacy pact. If he continues playing, it wont be for much longer. McCoy was the third overall pick in the 2010 draft, just behind Detroit's Ndamukong Suh. McCoy went to his second consecutive Pro Bowl last season. Now back as head coach of the Bucs, Smith might be readying to see the sequel. Not much more to it. McCoys career AV so far is 76, which is quite good. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. His wife, Ebony, gave birth to twins last month. The veteran defensive tackle replied and said I aint going nowhere., Im still here. Letsgetstarted. Brooks 191. 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"Gerald has grown and accepted that he is the leader of that team," Brooks said. February 25,1988 It kind of shows the respect and how they feel about me. Sapp offers him tips to make him better. McCoy patented his invention, known as an "oil-drip cup," in 1872, and the device was an instant success. A damn good player. Historians believe that because McCoy's version of the "oil-drip cup" was the most effective, engineers began asking for "the real . Hall of Fame cornerback Aeneas Williams takes a look back at his best mic'd up moments during training camp. Vlj mellan premium Roy Coy av hgsta kvalitet. Only eight players have made at least five Pro Bowls in Tampa Bay history. Sapp, who was inducted in Canton last year, and Brooks were 1995 draftmates who led the Bucs from league laughingstock to perennial defensive powerhouses Super Bowl champions by the end of the 2002 season. The front line has got to get to the quarterback. Those two guys are the only Bucs with more Pro Bowls than McCoy, who leaves Tampa Bay with six to his credit, along with three first-team All-Pro nods. Whlen Sie aus erstklassigen Inhalten zum Thema Roy Coy in hchster Qualitt. Select from premium Mccoy Hall of the highest quality. Scegli tra immagini premium su Roy Coy della migliore qualit. The Menifee City Council this week approved a contract for the design of improvements on La Piedra Road between Antelope Road and Menifee Ro. The six-time Pro Bowler was courted by a half of dozen teams after being cut. They talk. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Saturday, March 4, 2:32PM. If you're mad, you're mad, but don't put it on the organization that the organization did it. "I'm going to say it -- usually I wouldn't, but I'm going to say it. * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. 2017 - Jack McCoy '59 and Barbara Witzeman McCoy '60. I want Gerald and Lavonte to be their own guys. The Raiders make sense for him should he continue playing. Raiders Hall of Fame punter Ray Guy, 72, dies. "But I look forward to watching those two young men make their own paths.". "Now those plays have to be shared. TAMPA Gerald McCoy was watching the Hall-of-Fame enshrinement speech of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Derrick Brooks when he was moved to text Brooks' third-year protg, Lavonte David. Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell shares what it means to join Vikings as first-year head coach. In the two years since, he has showed off his speed, toughness and the ability to get to the football. 93 jersey to Ndamukong Suh, who signed with Tampa Bay after McCoy signed with the Carolina Panthers in free agency.