Former Buccaneers' Quarterback Signs With Kansas City Chiefs

Although Gabbert didn't see the field much during his four seasons with the Bucs, he had an important role. He was Tom Brady's backup. 

Gabbert was also a Bruce Arians guy. With both Brady and Arians speaking fondly of him whenever the opportunity arose. Gabbert's size, familiarity with Arians' offense, and surprisingly live arm are just some of the characteristics that allowed him to hang onto the backup quarterback job in Tampa, even after they had invested a 2nd round pick in Kyle Trask. 

And on a few rare occasions, Gabbert even got the opportunity to do things like this...

Although Gabbert's opportunities on the field were few and far between, he was clearly a valuable contributor for the Buccaneers — behind the scenes, if nothing else —  during their Super Bowl contending seasons. 

Now, Gabbert will try and provide the same things for the Kansas City Chiefs, that he did for the Buccaneers.

Blaine Gabbert was Tom Brady's ear. He was Kyle Trask's translator. And he was a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers when they became the first team to ever hoist a Lombardi Trophy on their home field. 

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