Bucs Rally For Opening Win Over Browns

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rallied for a 17-14 season-opening win over Cleveland on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa BayÂ’s defense did not allow a single first down by the Browns for a game-time span of 24 minutes and six seconds in the second half.
Buccaneers safety Tanard Jackson (36) Quickly established himself as one of the team's top playmakers after starting 44 games his first three seasons in the NFL.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Earnest Graham (34) eludes Cleveland Browns linebacker Eric Barton (50).
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleader performs during the second half.
The coaching staff says Buccaneers center Jeff Faine (52) is adept at recognizing defenses and making calls at the line. He started 28 games at center in two seasons for the Buccaneers (2008-09).
Buccaneers wide receiver Micheal Spurlock (81) catches the ball for a touchdown as Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden (23) defends.
Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman (5) calls out a play during the first half. He is the highest quarterback selected by the Bucs since Trent Dilfer in the first round (sixth overall) of the 1994 NFL Draft.
Buccaneers wide receiver Micheal Spurlock (81) celebrates after scoring a touchdown with wide receiver Mike Williams (19) during the second half.
uccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman (5) eludes Cleveland Browns linebacker Eric Barton (50) during the first half.
Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman (5) scrambles as Cleveland Browns linebacker Scott Fujita (99) defends during the first half.
American Idol finalist Michael Lynche looks on after he sang the National Anthem before the game.
Buccaneers defensive end Tim Crowder (96) tackles Cleveland Browns tight end Benjamin Watson (82) during the first half.
Bucs quarterback Josh Freeman (5) runs with the ball. Last season, he set BuccaneersÂ’ rookie records for passing yards in a season (1,855) and touchdown passes in a season (10).
Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy (93) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis (40) during the first half.
Buccaneers cornerback Ronde Barber (20) has been one of the NFLÂ’s premier playmakers over the past decade from his right corner position or in slot of nickel defense where he is apt to lineup.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rallied for a 17-14 season-opening win over Cleveland on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.