Series History: Buccaneers-Patriots

Tampa Bay and New England have met infrequently over the past four decades, and when they have faced off the results have often been lopsided, no matter the winning team

The all-time series between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New England Patriots is like the movie "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice:" plenty of action but little continuity and not much real drama. You usually have to wait a little longer for the sequel, though.

The Bucs and Patriots have only had eight meetings in more than four decades, and when they have gotten together there's usually been a clear victor from the start. New England won the first three games, beginning in Tampa Bay's inaugural 1976 season. Tampa Bay got…