Browns, Bucs both hoping for fast start

Published: Sep 09, 2010 at 10:38 AM

The storyline
Hey, everyone starts the season undefeated. And one of these two rebuilding teams still will be undefeated come Monday.

Why you should watch
Can Jake Delhomme shake his Interception-itis in a new uniform? Is Josh Freeman ready to take the next step? Will Josh Cribbs have to win games single-handedly again this season?

Did you know?
Delhomme is 9-2 in his career as a starter against the Buccaneers. ... Browns WR-KR Joshua Cribbs recorded 2,510 combined yards last season, the fifth-most all-time. ... Kellen Winslow set Buccaneers franchise records with 77 catches and 884 yards in 2009. ... Tampa Bay LB Barrett Ruud has led the team in tackles for three consecutive seasons.

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