Moore Retires, Replaces Hardy

Well, after 15 years in the NFL, 13 of which were spent with the Bucs, TE/LS Dave Moore has officially retired. He leaves the game on a high note, having gone to his first Pro-Bowl this past February for his special teams play. He was a fan favorite due to his blue collar workman like effort and his ability to occasionally make a key play.

While he has retired from the NFL as a player, he's now beginning his career in radio by replacing the departed Hardy Nickerson (left to coach at Chicago). Dave will bring his own perspective to the booth as the color analyst with Gene Deckerhoff. It should be interesting to see how he does, as he's pretty good at dishing out insights into how things work in the game. Hardy was interesting in the analyst position, but he never seemed to get 100% comfortable with the role. Maybe Moore can bring some stability back to that radio spot.

In any case, Dave leaves the NFL as the longest tenured player in franchise history with his 13 years here. Brooks might have a shot at beating him out by making the roster in 2008, as this year will be Brooks' 13th with the team. Only Alstott is within striking distance, going into his 12th season, but he's likely to retire after this season. Can't wait to hear Dave on the radio. Why? Because it means the season is here! Just two more months until Pre-Season.