Buccaneers: Five Best Defensive Backs of All Time

Oct 10, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Vernon Hargreaves (28) celebrates after defeating the Carolina Panthers 17-14 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 10, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Vernon Hargreaves (28) celebrates after defeating the Carolina Panthers 17-14 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 1, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back
Jan 1, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back

Who are the five best defensive backs in Buccaneers franchise history?

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Vernon Hargreaves was selected by the Buccaneers to be a dominant force in the defensive backfield. The Bucs had difficulty against the pass in 2015, and Jason Licht knew the group needed to be picked up a bit.

Hargreaves had a rough year, and the defense wasn’t much better than it was in the previous year. With over 1,000 yards allowed, “VHII” doesn’t make this list yet.

So who does? Who are the five best defensive backs in team history?

Through Bucs history, the talent on defense has been solid. Even back in the dark days of 1976, there were players like Lee Roy Selmon. The wins have been few, but the talented defensive players have been plenty. We’ve reviewed the top pass rushers in team history, now on to the defensive backs.

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