Luke McCown and the Bucs defense were the two biggest reasons for the win on Sunday.  McCown was a surprise starter and he was outstanding as he completed 29 of 37 passes for 313 yards with 2 TD passes and 1 interception.  He also carried the ball 2 times for 34 yards (17.0 ypc).  Ernest Graham also had a great game as he carried the ball 22 times for 106 yards (4.8 ypc) and he also caught 7 passes for 37 yards (5.3 avg).  Joey Galloway had another good game as he caught 7 passes for 159 yards (22.7 avg).  The Buccaneers finished up with 172 yards rushing on 26 carries (6.6 ypc) and they also completed 29 of 37 passes for 294 yards.

Jermaine Phillips and Derrick Brooks each had 9 tackles apiece.  The Saints finished up with 84 yards rushing on 21 carries (4.0 ypc) and they also completed 17 of 23 passes for 162 yards.

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