Tag: Mike Alstott

The legend of the ‘A-Train,’ Mike Alstott

One of the most powerful running backs in NFL history, the “A-Train” was must-see TV for 12 seasons in Tampa Bay

When making a list of fan-favorite players throughout the history of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, bowling-ball fullback Mike Alstott will always be near the top.

A powerful force known for creating highlight-reel moments with his ability to break tackles and embarrass opposing defenders, Alstott spent all 12 of his NFL seasons with the Bucs, providing some of the most iconic moments in franchise history.

A unique player who could run and catch as well as any fullback in the history of the NFL, the second-round pick out of Purdue made six Pro Bowls and earned first-team All-Pro honors three times.

Check out this awesome, in-depth feature on Alstott’s career in Tampa Bay:

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NFL Network’s Kyle Brandt teases ‘Angry Runs’ project with Mike Alstott

It looks like the NFL Network on-air talent has something special cooking with the “A-Train”

NFL Network’s Kyle Brandt has become famous for his high-energy rants, the best of which come during his “Angry Runs” segments, in which he highlights the most punishing runs of the week during the season.

He’s also been vocal in the past about his love for one of the biggest angry run factories in NFL history, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Mike Alstott.

Well, it looks like Brandt has a little something special he’s cooking up this offseason for anyone who loves what the “A-Train” brought to the table back in his prime for the Bucs.

Check this out:

Oh, yeah. This is gonna be good.

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WATCH: A full minute of Mike Alstott destroying opposing defenders

Relive some of the most punishing runs from Mike Alstott’s career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

If you were brave enough to attempt a tackle against Mike Alstott, well then, my hat’s off to you.

Anyone who made that decision probably still remembers what it felt like to try and bring down the “A-Train,” one of the most physically punishing runners of his generation.

Watch the video above to relive some of the most dominant runs of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ running back’s career.

The top 5 rushing leaders in Buccaneers history

Take a look at the top five career rushing leaders for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers used a third-round pick in last month’s draft to bolster their backfield by selecting Vanderbilt running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn.

Vaughn will join incumbent Ronald Jones, and hopefully provide another threat in what is already looking like a potent offense. Quarterback Tom Brady loves utilizing his backs, so you can expect both Vaughn and Jones, and maybe even seventh-rounder Raymond Calais, to play an integral role in this offense.

Tampa Bay has certainly had its fair share of talented backs throughout their history. With that, let’s take a look at the top five rushing leaders in Buccaneers history.

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