6 Football Players who Played for Raiders and Buccaneers
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I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Raiders and the Buccaneers.
Warren Sapp
Warren Sapp had an NFL career spanning from 1995 to 2007. Known for his aggressive play and extraordinary skill, he became a cornerstone for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1995-2003) and later played for the Oakland Raiders (2004-2007).
Over his career, he accumulated 578 tackles, 96.5 sacks, and 19 forced fumbles.
His stellar play earned him seven Pro Bowl selections and he was a key figure in Tampa Bay’s Super Bowl XXXVII victory. His dominance was recognized with induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
Sapp Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Buccaneers, Raiders)
- 1st Team All-Pro (Buccaneers)
- Pro Bowl (Buccaneers)
- Super Bowl Winner (Buccaneers)
Bruce Gradkowski
Bruce Gradkowski, a quarterback with a journeyman career in the NFL, played from 2006 to 2012.
Initially drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 6th round of the 2006 NFL Draft, Gradkowski also had stints with the Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, Cincinnati Bengals, and Pittsburgh Steelers.
In 37 games over his career, Gradkowski threw for 4,057 yards with a completion percentage of 52.9%. He recorded 21 touchdowns and 24 interceptions.
Mike Glennon
Mike Glennon is a quarterback who played in the NFL from 2013 to 2022. Drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft, Glennon started his rookie season as the backup, but later started 13 games.
He showed promise, throwing for 2608 yards and 19 touchdowns with only 9 interceptions in his rookie season. However, Glennon found himself in backup roles in the subsequent years, with stops at the Chicago Bears, Arizona Cardinals, Oakland Raiders, and Jacksonville Jaguars.
Over his career, he threw for over 7000 yards and 47 touchdowns.
Josh McCown
Josh McCown, known for his resilience and adaptability, carved out a noteworthy 17-year career in the NFL – mostly as a reliable backup quarterback.
From his entry into the league with the Arizona Cardinals in 2002, he played for 9 different teams, a few times as the starting QB, but also stepping in and performing effectively whenever called upon when he wasn’t.
He threw for over 17,000 yards and 98 touchdowns, holding a career passer rating of around 80. Particularly impressive stints came with the Chicago Bears in 2013 and the New York Jets in 2017.
Rob Johnson
Rob Johnson, a product of USC, was selected in the fourth round of the 1995 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Though he was largely a backup to Mark Brunell during his time with the Jaguars, Johnson made an impression in his first career start, leading the Jaguars to a victory with 294 passing yards and two touchdowns.
His performance caught the attention of the Buffalo Bills, who traded for him in 1998. However, Johnson’s time in Buffalo was marked by a competitive and somewhat controversial quarterback controversy with Doug Flutie.
Following his stint in Buffalo, Johnson went on to have shorter stints with several teams, including the Buccaneers (won a ring in 2002), Redskins, Raiders, and Giants. Despite never becoming a long-term starter, Johnson remained a respected player for his abilities and commitment.
DeSean Jackson
DeSean Jackson was then drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. With the Eagles, Jackson quickly made a name for himself, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections and becoming one of the NFL’s top receivers.
One of his most memorable moments was a game-winning punt return touchdown against the New York Giants in 2010, famously referred to as the “Miracle at the New Meadowlands.”
After his time with the Eagles, Jackson played for multiple teams including the Washington Football Team, Buccaneers, Ravens and Raiders, continuing to demonstrate his deep-threat prowess. Throughout his career, Jackson’s big-play ability has been a consistent hallmark, with numerous touchdowns of 60 yards or more.
Jackson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Eagles)
- Super Bowl Ring (Rams)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Eagles, Commanders)
