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Originally Posted by Ruhskins
This is interesting, Morris took over as defensive backs coach in 2007 for the Bucs. The previous year they were ranked 19th in passing defense, when Morris took over they were the #1 passing defense, they were also top 10 in opponent's QB rating, and I top 10 in fewest TDs allowed. Granted, this was still Monte Kiffin's defense, but still this is encouraging.
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I'm always skeptical of NFL YPG rankings, but I checked with my trusted source and that number in 2007 is legit.
FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | 2007 DEFENSIVE EFFICIENCY RATINGS
An excellent defensive season against all wide receivers. Mediocre performance by the Tampa DL that year as well:
FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | DEFENSIVE LINES 2007
2007 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Starters, Roster, & Players - Pro-Football-Reference.com
LCB Ronde Barber 32 10 16 1.0 sacks, 2 interceptions, 2 fumbles recovered
RCB Phillip Buchanon 27 5 13 0.0 sacks, 3 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered
SS Jermaine Phillips 28 5 15 1.0 sacks, 4 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered
FS Tanard Jackson 22 Rook 16 0.0 sacks, 2 interceptions, 3 fumbles recovered
That D also had CB Brian Kelly, CB Sammy Davis, and CB Will Allen (not the Giants guy). A talented, deep group to be sure.