Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Vincent Jackson - #83 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 5"/ 230 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/14/1983 |
| Birthplace | Colorado Springs, CO |
| College | Northern Colorado |
| Years played | 9 |
| Drafted | 2005, 2nd round, 29th pick by Chargers |
The First Fifteen: Week Seven
In this early look at the league's action in Week Seven, we talk Tim Tebow, the rest of the QB changes potentially afoot, and plenty more.
'Pure jubilation' for Bucs S Jackson in return
It was an emotional victory for the Buccaneers on Sunday, but the game was particularly meaningful for Bucs FS Tanard Jackson.
Bucs arrive in London ahead of Wembley game
The Buccaneers have arrived in London ahead of their NFL game against the Chicago Bears. The Bucs decided to spend the whole week in the British capital to prepare for Sunday's game.
Freeman, Graham lead Bucs past Saints
Josh Freeman threw for 303 yards and two touchdowns, Earnest Graham rushed for 109 yards in place of injured starter LeGarrette Blount, and the Bucs outlasted New Orleans 26-20.
Bucs' Jackson activated to 53-man roster, could play Sunday
Bucs S Tanard Jackson was activated to the 53-man roster, the team announced Friday.
Bucs drop rookie running back
The Buccaneers released RB Allen Bradford on Thursday, creating a spot on the 53-man roster in case they decide to activate FS Tanard Jackson.
Bucs' Williams too harsh in self-evaluation
Buccaneers WR Mike Williams acknowledged his struggles this week, telling reporters that he's "playing terrible."
NFL reinstates Buccaneers S Jackson
The NFL announced Tuesday that it has reinstated Buccaneers S Tanard Jackson from his suspension.
NFL agrees to play in U.K. through 2016
The NFL owners approved a resolution on Tuesday to continue playing regular-season games in the United Kingdom through the 2016 season.
The First Fifteen: Week Six
Taking a look at some of the key Week Six matchups, including Eagles-Redskins, Patriots-Cowboys, Falcons-Panthers and, yes, Lions-49ers.
Buccaneers DT McCoy (ankle) may miss time
Buccaneers DT Gerald McCoy left Sunday's game against the 49ers with a left ankle injury and might miss time.
Bucs promote DE Johnson
The Buccaneers promoted DE George Johnson to the 53-man roster from the practice squad and waived TE Collin Franklin.
49ers off to best start in nine years with 48-3 win
Alex Smith threw two of his three touchdown passes to Vernon Davis, Frank Gore ran for a score in his second straight 100-yard rushing game and the 49ers beat the Buccaneers 48-3.
Damn the officials!
Thirty five years ago, the Seahawks and Buccaneers lined up for what could be called the worst pro football contest ever.
DE Bennett emerging for Bucs
The Bucs have invested early-round draft picks in their defensive line, but one of the most pleasant surprises at the position didn't even get drafted.
PLAYER NEWS
Jackson has been added to the NFC Pro Bowl, replacing Detroit's Calvin Johnson, who broke the NFL's single- season record for reception yards in 2012.|||||||
Jackson led the Bucs with career bests of 72 receptions and 1,384 yards after signing with them as a free agent last winter, helping numerous fantasy owners to tremendous showings in their leagues along the way.
Jackson caught seven passes for 108 yards during Sunday's 28-13 loss to St. Louis.|||||||
Jackson turned in his fifth 100-yard effort although he couldn't find the end zone. The ninth-year pro leads the Bucs with 69 receptions for 1,334 yards and eight touchdowns and has been everything the team envisioned they were getting when he signed a five-year, $55.55 million contract as a free agent after spending eight years with the San Diego Chargers.
Jackson caught six passes for 81 yards but was held out of the end zone on Sunday against New Orleans.|||||||
Jackson has declined somewhat as a scoring threat as the season has progressed. He caught five touchdown passes in Tampa Bay's first six games but has scored only three times in eight games since.
Jackson hauled in six receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 23-21 loss to Philadelphia.|||||||
With 1,145 receiving yards, Jackson is 23 away from setting a new career high. His receiving TDs are tied for seventh in the league.
Jackson had six catches for 94 yards and a touch in Sunday's win over Carolina.|||||||
V-Jax has sisx TDs in his last seven games.