Great
Expectations
For the first time in almost two decades, the Bucs are considered legitimate Super Bowl contenders. But is the NFL's grand prize really within their reach?

Gary Shelton
Here's something you can believe in
Repeat after me, brethren. I believe. Say it strongly. Say it with conviction of a convert. Say it about the Bucs.

Buccaneers
High hopes
Bucs fans have good reason to be excited about this season. But is the Super Bowl a realistic goal?

Playing catch-up
The Bucs’ offense suddenly is explosive at wide receiver.

Showing off a new home
Don't worry, you'll love it, is the

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team's message to fans.

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Dolphins
Miami's on the run
The Dolphins really, really, really want to have a running game this season. Oh, and making it to the Super Bowl would be great, too.

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• Official Dolphins home page
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Jaguars
Speed and strength
Jacksonville’s air strike is perfectly balanced with Jimmy Smith the missile and Keenan McCardell the rocket.

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• Official Jaguar home page
• Jaguars page from Jacksonville newspaper