Hayes makes mark with TD
"I had a great time blocking for Warrick," said Graham, who had a 1-yard scoring plunge in the fourth quarter. "It was a very physical game. We felt like we were hitting on all cylinders."
Dunn was grateful for Graham's selflessness.
"The guy sacrificed his day to get in there and block, and he did a great job," Dunn said. "He s the ultimate team guy."
Defense won't budge
Carolina Panthers running backs DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart were the latest victims on Tampa's tough run defense. Entering Sunday's game, the Bucs defense hadn't allowed a 100 yard rusher or gave up a rushing touchdown and they still haven't.
Williams and Stewart combined to rush for 39 yards on 17 carries, and the two didn't stiff the end zone. The Bucs are allowing only 3.5 yards per carry.
"What we really want to accomplish in a game is stopping the run," Tampa's defensive end Kevin Carter said, "putting pressure on the quarterback, getting turnovers, winning the field position battle, all key elements."
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