Gruden won the Superbowl with Dungy's players and Kiffins defense. The guy was far too much hard work to with according to most players/coaches who worked with him, with Warren Sapp saying he is still awaiting the call that Gruden promised him regarding renewing his contract in 2003. I have heard and read countless stories and anecdotes from former players about how Gruden got on the wrong side of people far too quickly, and more often than not, disrespecting veterans. Some people say you need to have this kind of streak in you to be a succesful coach in the NFL, but rarely do people with his level of disrespect last long. Take a note from Mr Parcells, being mean is optional, being respected is a nessecity. Tom Coughlin changed his ways with his players, and that same year he was lifting the Lombardi Trophy.

This is a man who goes through QB's quicker than I go through underwear, and his clutch decisions leave somewhat to be desired. And anyone who thinks that Tampa has been succesful since the Superbowl should be commited. They either have terrible seasons, or in the 2 occasions they made the playoffs, they have had Wild Card losses.

The Bucs need to be blown up on defense. Completely. Yes, 2002 will go down as one of the best defenses ever, but these aging players without Kiffin is a daunting thought for all those in Bucs Country. And yes, the issues of the past few years does lay some blame on the front office, but ultimately, the Axe fell on both Gruden and the GM. Although the replacement has some questions attatched to him, the decision to clean house was a good one.