I fell in love with Tampa when I was 7 years old because of the helmet. Born and raised in CA. Fast forward 25 years later, I'm still a die-hard Tampa fan.
Well I am and have been a Packers fan my entire life, however when the Buccaneers came into the league in the 70's, I was so stoked. For both teams. I loved the helmet designs even when I was a kid. I'd get those little plastic helmets from those quarter machines. I'd try new colors. New stripes, etc. The Buccaneers had such a cool look back then. I love their Creamsicle look. I actually prefer it. Some of those helmets they passed on I liked more than what they have now. Sorry, but I loved the 70's look.
I was 6 years old and Warren Sapp was my favorite player. Didn’t help that I thought pirates were cool. Needless to say it’s 24 years later and im still a Buc fan. Fire the cannons!
The 97 logo is what led me to pick the Bucs on NFL Blitz 2000 on my N64. I really liked the design and the colors. Then I moved to Tampa in early 2002 and I saw them win their first Lombardi Trophy. Been a fan ever since. Go Bucs!
I love their Creamsicle uniforms the best. Just like I love the old Denver D Broncos look. I'm glad the Lions went back to their old look. Just classic NFL.