Ward dropped back, fired a quick dart to a receiver near the line of scrimmage, and it was picked off by Bucs end Haason Reddick, who dropped into coverage. Pandemonium, both by Bucs fans and Buccaneers players mimicking Ward's elephant celebration, ensued. Welcome to the NFL, rookie.

TAMPA — Cam Ward’s blunt assessment of the Titans’ offense made headlines last week. “I just think we’re very mid right now,” Ward, the first overall pick in April’s draft, told reporters in Nashville. On Thursday, Ward struck a more positive tone after his team’s joint practice with the Bucs.