This Day in Sports History: NFL Awards Tampa Bay Franchise

On April 24, 1974, the NFL awarded Tampa Bay the league's 27th franchise. Two years later, that franchise became the Buccaneers decked out in orange, red and

On April 24, 1974, the NFL awarded Tampa Bay the league's 27th franchise. Two years later, that franchise became the Buccaneers decked out in orange, red and white with a winking pirate on their helmets.