7 Football Players who Played for Patriots and Buccaneers
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Patriots and the Buccaneers.
Tom Brady
Tom Brady, a name synonymous with success in the National Football League, is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. Over his career, Brady’s exceptional skill and competitive drive led him to unprecedented heights.
Starting his career with the New England Patriots in 2000, he played a remarkable 20 seasons with them before moving to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020. Brady has amassed 7 Super Bowl victories (5 of which he was named Super Bowl MVP) and has been selected to the Pro Bowl 14 times.
As of the end of the 2022 season, Brady holds numerous NFL records, including the most career touchdown passes and the most career passing yards.
*Brady was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 4)
Brady Key Stats
- MVP (Patriots)
- Pro Bowl (Patriots, Buccaneers)
- 1st Team AP All-Pro (Patriots)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Patriots, Buccaneers)
Vinny Testaverde
Vinny Testaverde’s NFL career spanned an impressive 21 seasons, during which he showcased resilience, talent, and an ability to adapt. Selected as the first overall pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1987, Testaverde played for seven teams, with his longest tenures at Tampa Bay and the New York Jets.
Despite a rocky start with the Buccaneers, Testaverde went on to throw for over 46,000 yards and 275 touchdowns in his career, making two Pro Bowl appearances. He led the Jets to the AFC Championship game in the 1998 season.
He holds the NFL record for throwing touchdowns to 70 different players, a testament to his lengthy career and adaptability. Testaverde retired in 2007, wrapping up one of the longest careers for a quarterback in NFL history.
Testaverde Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Ravens, Jets)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Buccaneers, Ravens, Jets, Cowboys)
Antonio Brown
Antonio Brown was drafted in the sixth round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Over his career, he has played for the Steelers, the New England Patriots, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Brown has received multiple accolades, including seven Pro Bowl selections and four First-Team All-Pro honors. He led the NFL in receptions twice (2014, 2015) and receiving yards twice (2014, 2017).
One of the highlights of his career came during the 2020-2021 NFL season when he won a Super Bowl ring with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, catching a touchdown pass in the big game from Tom Brady. Controversies have also marked his career, including legal issues and conflicts with teams that led to suspensions and releases.
Brown Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Steelers)
- Pro Bowl (Steelers)
- Super Bowl Champ (Buccaneers)
Darrelle Revis
Darrelle Revis was selected as the 14th overall pick by the New York Jets in the 2007 NFL Draft. He played for the Jets in two different stints, first from 2007 to 2012, and then again from 2015 to 2016. He was known for his remarkable ability to shutdown premier receivers, earning him the nickname “Revis Island”.
He also took to the field for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, and rounded off his career with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2017. Throughout his career, Revis earned seven Pro Bowl selections and was named to the First-Team All-Pro four times.
A standout moment in his career was helping the New England Patriots to victory in Super Bowl XLIX. Revis also led the league in pass deflections in 2009 and accumulated a total of 29 interceptions across his career. Revis was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023.
Revis Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Jets, Chiefs, Patriots, Buccaneers)
- 1st Team All-Pro (Jets, Patriots)
- Pro Bowl (Jets, Buccaneers, Patriots)
- Super Bowl Champ (Patriots)
Joey Galloway
Joey Galloway played an incredible 16 seasons in the NFL. Galloway was drafted with the 8th overall pick in the 1995 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. He was known for his speed and deep-threat capability on the field, making him a formidable weapon for any offense.
After five productive seasons with the Seahawks, which included three 1,000-yard receiving seasons, Galloway was traded to the Dallas Cowboys in 2000. His stint with the Cowboys was marred by injuries, but he rebounded in 2005 and 2006 in Tampa Bay with back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons.
Galloway finished with stops with the Patriots and the Washington Football Team. He ended his career in 2010 with over 10,000 receiving yards and 77 receiving touchdowns.
Galloway Key Stats
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Seahawks, Buccaneers)
Aqib Talib
Aqib Talib was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20th overall in the 2008 NFL Draft and played for the team until 2012. His skills on the field led him to be a sought-after player, with stints on the New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, and Los Angeles Rams.
One of Talib’s career highlights came during his time with the Broncos when he helped the team win Super Bowl 50. Known for his aggressive and physical style of play, Talib was a key piece of the Broncos’ top-ranked defense, dubbed the “No Fly Zone”.
Talib earned multiple accolades throughout his career, including five Pro Bowl selections and two All-Pro selections. His ability to perform at a high level consistently and his knack for intercepting the ball made him a force to be reckoned with on the field.
Talib Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Broncos)
- Pro Bowl (Patriots, Broncos)
- Super Bowl Champ (Broncos)
Albert Haynesworth
Albert Haynesworth made a name for himself during seven seasons with the Tennessee Titans, earning two Pro Bowl selections and 1st Team All-Pro honors in 2007 and 2008. His performances led to a record-breaking $100 million contract with the Washington Redskins in 2009.
However, he struggled to meet expectations in Washington, facing issues like disagreements with coaches, suspension, and failure to meet conditioning requirements.
His subsequent stints with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers were also disappointing, leading to his retirement after the 2011 season.
