Travis Hall, Atlanta defensive end: His rejection of Brad Johnson's final pass was the final shovel of dirt on the Bucs' season.
- Gary Shelton
Juran Bolden, Falcons cornerback: The Bucs rallied, but his 41-yard interception return for a touchdown proved to be a back-breaker.
- Roger Mills
Rich McKay, Falcons general manager: He managed to turn both franchises around in the same season and in the same week.
- Rick Stroud
Keenan McCardell, Bucs receiver: His 76-yard touchdown reception sparked another rally. Will the Bucs ever win a game when he scores?
- Joanne Korth