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Buccaneers Report Card Versus The Rams

By Michael Horan

Sep 25, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) works out prior to the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) works out prior to the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 26, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Lavonte David (54) and middle linebacker
Aug 26, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Lavonte David (54) and middle linebacker /

Linebackers

If the Buccaneer wide receivers were 1A today, the linebackers were 1B. Lavonte David bounced back from a tackle-less game against Arizona and led the team in tackles this week with seven. David did it all on Sunday, recording a sack, tackle for loss, and a huge forced fumble that helped swing momentum. It was vintage Lavonte David.

Kwon Alexander was equal parts good, finishing second behind David in tackles with six. Kwon was consistent throughout and had the play of the game for the Bucs’ defense on a 38 yard pick-six in the first half. Daryl Smith did not record a tackle.

It was encouraging to see the Bucs’ linebackers bounce back and answer the call against one of the best running backs in football. Alexander has been much maligned for his ability to cover, so it was nice to see him come up with a big splash play.

Grade: A

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