Full Description
From 1976 until 1994, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost far more games than they won. The Bucs' status as a sporting punch line belied the fact that they were led by arguably the most important owner of that era. Known as the "Vice-Commissioner," Hugh F. Culverhouse, Sr., wielded his financial acumen as a weapon, keeping other NFL owners in line through the economic downturn of the 1980s, two work stoppages, and a multimillion dollar lawsuit from a rival league. Culverhouse's near-Dickensian frugality also led, directly and indirectly, to the Steve Young-Joe Montana quarterback controversy; Doug Williams' triumph in Super Bowl XXII; and the largest fourth-quarter collapse in NFL history. Over two dozen interviews with Culverhouse's allies and adversaries inform this thorough and balanced chronicle of the man and his team.
Contents
Table of Contents
Foreword by Hugh F. Culverhouse, Jr.
Preface
Introduction
1. "You Just Bought a Lawsuit!"
2. "We're Here for One Reason Only!"
3. Walking Conflict of Interest
4. Strike One
5. The Curse of Doug Williams
6. Battling with Bandit- Ball
7. Bo Knows No
8. The Snow Bowl
9. Building a Dominant Team in the Other Bay Area
10. What Is a Buc Worth? Three Quarters!
11. Strike Two: The B- Bucs
12. Broadcast History Made at Tampa Stadium
13. Left at the Altar in the End
Epilogue
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index
