Yardbarker: Derrick Ward

Mike Jenkins returns to scene of the crime

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:49:31 -0500

Mike Jenkins returns to the Meadowlands Sunday. You remember what happened the last time he played there. The non-tackle he made on Derrick Ward became the signature play of his rookie season. "That goes through my head all the time,'' Jenkins said. "I think about the good, I think about the bad. "The tackle stands out. But I also think about the pick six.'' True. So many focus on the tackle Jenkins didn't make, but he did return an interception 23 yards...

Slowing it Down 8

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:12:40 -0500

It's that time friends, for another edition of Slowing it Down. This week we are back to analyzing an offensive play. This week we look at a play in which the Bucs are lined up in Shotgun. They have 3 WR, with the strength to the wide side of the field (K2 and two WR). It looks like Stovall, though I can't see the white numbers is line up at the bottom of the screen. DWard in the backfield. The video is inside, because even on "Wide" it is intruding on the webs...

Week 10 Player Profile: QB Josh Freeman

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:32:01 -0500

Coming off a season-saving victory, who else should we choose to profile except our young gunslinger, QB Josh Freeman? After months and months of overanalyzing his selection in the first round and listening to the talking heads in the media and the Bucaneer fans debate the merits of the pick, Josh Freeman came out and silenced the critics for at least one week, throwing for 205 yds and 3 TDs. Most impressively, with the game and possibly the season on the line, Josh showed t...

Raheem Morris on rookie QB Josh Freeman: 'He has to lead us'

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:10:00 -0500

Raheem Morris, fresh off a Gatorade bath courtesy of Cadillac Williams and Derrick Ward, was ecstatic about his first victory as a head coach. Afterward, there were plenty of questions from the assembled media about QB Josh Freeman, who helped...

Raheem Morris admits Derrick Ward not thrilled with role

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:16:53 -0500

When the Bucs acquired running back Derrick Ward in the offseason, signing him to a four-year, $17 million contract, it was presumed Ward would have a pivotal role with the team. But in reality, it hasn't worked out like that....

Bucs-Redskins pregame update: Derrick Ward out

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:40:20 -0500

We're here at FedEx Field in Maryland where the Bucs will be without RB Derrick Ward (knee). Kickoff is 20 minutes away and I'll be back with our in-game blogging throughout the afternoon.

Derrick Ward May Not Travel

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 22:04:38 -0500

Derrick Ward May Not Travel Derrick Ward may not travel to Washington (This story is a day old. I could not find an update) as he is dealing with a sore knee. Currently all of the Bucs RB's are making the injury list as either questionable or probable: Ward (Knee) Q, Williams (Knee) P, Graham (Hamstring) P and Smith (Quad) P.

Buccaneers still deciding on Derrick Ward making road trip

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:14:07 -0500

RB Derrick Ward isn't certain yet whether he'll be traveling with the team to Washington. That will be decided by the training and coaching staff, with whom Ward will be consulting soon. " I'm feeling better," said Ward, who hasn't...

Tampa Bay Bucs update: Ward still not practicing

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:16:13 -0500

Tailback Derrick Ward (ankle) is not on the practice field this morning at One Buc Place, missing his third straight day of workouts. Meanwhile, defensive end Gaines Adams (groin) is back on the field after not participating in the previous...

Adams and Ward Among Those the Missing at Practice

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:26:39 -0500

The St.Pete Times gives us a look at the Thursday’s injuries for the Bucs: Defensive end Gaines Adams (groin) and running back Derrick Ward (knee) missed their the second straight practice Thursday in preparation for Sunday’s road game against the Redskins. If Adams isn’t ready to go Sunday, Stylez White will start in his place, Coach [...]

Ex-Giant Ward needs success for a new nickname

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 16:04:09 -0500

The Giants don't want to find out Derrick Ward 's new nickname.When he was here last season, he was the middle element in the "Earth, Wind and Fire" backfield along with Brandon Jacobs and Ahmad Bradshaw . That trio led the NFL in rushing yards and had one of the all-time great tandems as both Jacobs and Ward ran for more than 1,000 yards.Now that Ward is with Tampa Bay - where he landed as a free agent after the Giants decided they could not afford to keep both Jacobs and W...

RB Ward will start vs. former Giants teammates

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:56:23 -0500

The Bucs will start Derrick Ward at running back against his former New York Giants teammates. Cadillac Williams has a sore left knee from playing on the artificial surface in Buffalo last week and is questionable for Sunday's game. But...

Video: Derrick Ward Works Radio Row in Tampa

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 17:14:48 -0500

Editor's note: DWard is busy getting settled with his new team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers! But he wanted to share this video with his Yardbarker fans -- this is him working radio row during Super Bowl week in Tampa. Notice about halfway through he talks to ESPN Tampa -- I'm sure they're excited to have him back! Enjoy the video and show DWard some love in the comments!

$17M? Not Bad for Pick #235 Overall...

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:41:21 -0500

It's not every season a 7th round draft pick makes it in the NFL. Many don't make it a season, let alone multiple. Sticking on a roster is many times an admirable achievement. Signing a four-year $17M deal? More often than not, that's a pipe dream. Throw in a dash of collegiate academic problems, off-the-chart stats from an unknown school and getting dropped from the practice squad not long after you've been signed your rookie year...and the probability of inking big money, mu...

Getting to know DWard!

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:24:25 -0500

Hey Yard Barker this is Derrick Ward (a.k.a. Wind). I am writing this blog to give my fans a little insight into my day-to-day life. They call me Wind because of my ability to do everything: pass protect, be shifty, catch the ball, and run hard between the tackles. However, you may not know that the main reason I am called, "Wind" is because of my laid back, easygoing California personality. When I am not at football I just try to get a lot of sleep. Last night I watched Street Kings and I loved the plot of a corrupt California cop. I am all about drama, action and suspense movies and my favorite movie right now would have to be the new Batman. Sometimes after Monday's practice I will head down to Atlantic City with a couple of friends just to get away for the night. I enjoy going out and trying new restaurants as often as possible. For those of you who were wondering I am not a gamer, in fact I am an old soul who enjoys reading the newspaper every morning while drinking a cup of coffee. I wanted to let my fans know about my new website www.DWard34.com and the T-shirt design that I came up with. I think the shirt is unique in the fact that it accentuates a picture of me after scoring a touchdown and the overall design is a true depiction of my personality. When I was a boy I never thought I would be able to have my own image on shirt, it's humbling and I am grateful for the opportunity that I have been given. This week we are heading into Arizona with a 9-1 record, which is a true testament to our overall team cohesiveness. Offensively our team goals are to rush and pass for 200+ yards each. That is going to be a battle this week because the Cardinals are only giving up 87 yards a game on the ground. My role will be the same this week as it has previously been. Brandon Jacobs had a full work out today and will be ready for Sunday's game. Until next time!