Shaq Thompson on the sideline during the Panthers’ game against the Cowboys this past season. Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images The Sacramento native played his college football with the Washington ...

While the season was promising from an offensive standpoint, the Bucs' defense ... Shaq Thompson (7) during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images ...

The nostalgia over that era's "physicality and defense" hides the reality that players weren't nearly as efficient or versatile on offense. With all due respect to Shaq, I don't think there's a ...