Series History: Buccaneers-Chargers

The Bucs have fond memories of this weekend's destination city, not only because of Super Bowl XXXVII but also due to a 1996 franchise turning point.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers do not have an extensive history with the Chargers. They do, however, have every reason to be fond of San Diego, and not just because of the weather.

The most important victory in Buccaneers history was secured in San Diego, as Qualcomm Stadium was the home to Super Bowl XXXVII. It was the Oakland Raiders and not San Diego's own team that Tampa Bay defeated, 48-21, to hoist the Lombardi Trophy on Jan. 26, 2003; however, the Chargers did play a supporting role in the franchise turnaround that eventually culminated in that…