TAMPA BAY (2-4)
The Bucs added first-round draft pick Doug Martin at running back and signed wide receiver Vincent Jackson to upgrade their offense this season.
BUCS WEEK 7
New Orleans 35, Tampa Bay 28
The Bucs gave up four TD passes to Drew Brees. The game came down to the final play, but an end-zone catch by Tampa Bay's Mike Williams was negated by a penalty.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR
Bucs QB Josh Freeman
In his fourth year out of Kansas State, Freeman already has made his mark at the Metrodome. He led the Bucs to a touchdown in the final minute in a 24-20 victory last year.
OUTLOOK
The Vikings defense will be tested more than it was against Arizona, but the short turnaround from Sunday to Thursday games usually favors home teams. Outlook: Horns up.
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