1. K Kyle Brindza
Brindza's forte is his leg strength and he showed that in his first game with the Bucs, booting two 50-plus-yard field goals in the team's final preseason game against Miami. Brindza's performance was enough to win him the starting job over Patrick Murray, the team's kicker in 2014. But the rookie out of Notre Dame didn't attempt a field goal in the Bucs' regular season opener. If he connects on a field goal, it will be the first of his career. Look for it to be a long one, too.
2. S D.J. Swearinger
Major Wright got the start last Sunday, but Swearinger played significantly more snaps; Wright was on the field for 18 while Swearinger played 32. His strong suit is playing in the box, as he displayed throughout the preseason and training camp. The safety, whose in his first year with the Bucs, was the NFL's No. 11 safety against the run during Week 1, per PFF, and was No. 2 among Buccaneer defenders. He finished the Bucs' opener with five tackles, tied for the team-lead, and was second on the team with four solo tackles.
3. RB Doug Martin
Martin showed flashes of what Head Coach Lovie Smith referred to as "the old Doug," in Week 1, including back-to-back 14-yard bursts in the second quarter. Martin's numbers weren't overwhelming, 11 carries for 52 yards, but Martin was the Bucs' best offensive player, per Pro Football Focus. Offensive Coordinator Dirk Koetter named Martin as his "x-factor," this season. He could be an x-factor against the Saints, too.
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4. DE Jacquies Smith
After missing three games and playing just 13 snaps in the preseason, Smith started the Bucs' opener and was on the field for the majority of the team's defensive snaps. Despite missing time, Smith went out and recorded a sack, the only time a Bucs defensive end got to Tennessee's quarterback. With his sea legs under him, look for Smith to continue to improve in Week 2.
View photos of rookie quarterback Jameis Winston in the week leading up to, and during, his first regular season NFL game.
Jameis Winston approaching the podium for his weekly media session on Wednesday.
Jameis Winston approaching the podium for his weekly media session on Wednesday.
Jameis Winston at the podium for his weekly media session on Wednesday.
Jameis Winston at the podium for his weekly media session on Wednesday.
Donovan Smith, Jameis Winston, Jason Licht, Bryan Glazer, Lovie Smith and Lavonte David at the team's annual "Back to Football" event.
Donovan Smith and Jameis Winston at the team's annual "Back to Football" event.
Donovan Smith and Jameis Winston at the team's annual "Back to Football" event.
Donovan Smith and Jameis Winston at the team's annual "Back to Football" event.
Jameis Winston preparing for walkthrough on Wednesday.
Offensive Coordinator Dirk Koetter, Jameis Winston and Quarterbacks Coach Mike Bajakian at practice on Wednesday.
Jameis Winston and Quarterbacks Coach Mike Bajakian at practice on Wednesday.
Jameis Winston in the huddle with TE Cameron Brate (84), RB Mike James (25) and T Gosder Cherlius (78)
Jameis Winston talking with Offensive Coordinator Dirk Koetter (also pictured: Running Backs Coach Tim Spencer)
Jameis Winston in the huddle at practice Wednesday.
Jameis Winston and the Buccaneers quarterbacks (from left: Mike Glennon, Ryan Griffin)
James Winston headed into One Buccaneer Place following Thursday's walkthrough.
Jameis Winston on a conference call with Tennessee Titans media.
Jameis Winston on a conference call with Tennessee Titans media.
Jameis Winston with Buccaneers Radio Network Sideline Reporter & Host T.J. Rives.
Jameis Winston watching film on Friday.
Jameis Winston in a production meeting with the CBS broadcast crew on Friday.
Jameis Winston at his locker pregame.
Jameis Winston's jersey.
Jameis Winston arriving at his locker before the game.
Jameis Winston at his locker before the game.
Jameis Winston talking with Gerald McCoy in the locker room.
Jameis Winston speaking with teammates in a pregame huddle.
Jameis Winston heading to the field pregame.
Jameis Winston waiting to go onto the field (Vincent Jackson in front of him).
Jameis Winston after being introduced.
Jameis Winston and Lovie Smith listening to the National Anthem.
Jameis Winston and Lovie Smith hugging before the game. (Logan Mankins also pictured)
Jameis Winston meets with referee before Titans game.
Jameis Winston throws a pass in Titans game.
Jameis Winston takes a snap under center.
Jameis Winston fleeing a Titans defender.
Jameis Winston greets Titans QB Marcus Mariota (8) after the game.
