6 Football Players who Played for Ravens and Buccaneers
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I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Ravens and Buccaneers.
Trent Dilfer
Trent Dilfer played in the NFL from 1994 to 2007, most well-known as a quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Baltimore Ravens. Dilfer earned a Super Bowl ring with the Ravens in Super Bowl XXXV after the 2000 season, becoming the first quarterback to win a Super Bowl after being signed as a free agent.
Over his career, he threw for more than 20500 yards, with 113 touchdown passes and 129 interceptions.
Dilfer also played for the Seattle Seahawks, Cleveland Browns, and San Francisco 49ers, before transitioning to a broadcasting career with ESPN post-retirement.
*Dilfer was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 11)
Dilfer Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Buccaneers)
- Super Bowl Winner (Ravens)
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)
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)
Dallas Clark
Dallas Clark was drafted 24th overall by the Colts in the 2003 NFL Draft. During his time with the Colts, he became one of Peyton Manning’s favorite targets, establishing himself as one of the best tight ends in the league.
Clark had a breakout season in 2009, where he recorded over 100 receptions and surpassed 1,100 receiving yards, earning him a Pro Bowl selection and a First-Team All-Pro honor.
One of the highlights of his career was being a part of the Colts team that won Super Bowl XLI, defeating the Chicago Bears. His role in the team’s powerful offense during this era helped cement his legacy in the franchise’s history.
Clark Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Colts)
- Pro Bowl (Colts)
- Super Bowl Champ (Colts)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Colts)
Jason Pierre-Paul
Jason Pierre-Paul, often referred to as JPP, was drafted in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the New York Giants, 15th overall. Over the course of his career, he has played for the New York Giants, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and, most recently, the Baltimore Ravens.
Pierre-Paul has been a standout player, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections. One of his career highlights came during the 2011 season when he played a key role in helping the Giants win Super Bowl XLVI.
JPP is also known for his remarkable comeback after a fireworks accident on July 4, 2015, severely injured his hand. Despite losing a finger, he returned to football and continued to play at a high level.
Pierre-Paul Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Giants)
- Pro Bowl (Giants, Buccaneers)
- Super Bowl Champ (Giants)
Le’Veon Bell
Le’Veon Bell was a dynamic running back known for his patient running style and exceptional skills as a receiver out of the backfield. After being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2nd round of the 2013 NFL Draft, Bell had multiple standout seasons.
From 2013 to 2017, he racked up a total of 5336 rushing yards, 2660 receiving yards, and 42 touchdowns. After a contract dispute, Bell joined the New York Jets in 2019 and later played for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2020 and Baltimore Ravens in 2021, but couldn’t replicate his earlier success.
Despite the later ups and downs in his career, Bell’s peak years in Pittsburgh rank among the most productive for a running back in recent NFL history.
Bell Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Steelers)
- Pro Bowl (Steelers)
- 1000+ Yard Rushing Season (Steelers)
