Still, it’s a curiosity the Buccaneers would prefer to eliminate in 2017. Who is the best bet to get to double digits in sacks on Tampa Bay’s defense?
That’s the question of the day as we continue with our One Dozen Debates, looking at the issues that will define this training camp.
From the uncertain depth chart at safety to the impact of Hard Knocks to the next step in the development of Jameis Winston, we’ll look at one question a day, and that will take us right into the start of football on July 28.
Wednesday, July 19: Which Buc can break the 10-sack drought?
Debate #3: Which Buc can break the 10-sack drought?
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Baker, who had 10.5 sacks over the past two seasons, was thought to be the key player who can pull attention away from McCoy, thus freeing the former All-Pro to make the most of his lightning-quick release from the line.
"I thought last year he was going to be a Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate and a 10-sack guy.
He wants to do that and I think this year he’s even more hungry than he was last year.
A rotation of Ayers, Smith, Spence and William Gholston plus a couple younger players would keep everyone fresh and maximize their pass-rush potential.

WR Mike Evans eager to help Buccaneers end playoff drought.
The fourth-year pro is Jameis Winston’s favorite target and has established himself as one of the NFL’s top receivers over the past three seasons.
Evans, who had a career-high 96 receptions for 1,321 yards and 12 touchdowns last season, said it won’t be that big of an adjustment.
I’ve been a leader since I’ve been here along with `V-Jax’ and then `V-Jax’ got hurt earlier in the season last year,” said Evans, who has topped 1,000 yards receiving in each of his three pro seasons.
”We’ve got a lot of capable guys, and it’s been fun with `D-Jax’ as well.
”He’s had a great offseason,” Monken said, adding that Evans is a ”very smart, very competitive” player who’s continues to improve.
I’m not talking about as people, just on the field – and that’s come so far,” Koetter added.
The goal is to win games.” In addition to signing DeSean Jackson, the Bucs drafted tight end O.J.
”In OTAs it’s hard to tell if there’s a bunch of improvement and things like that, but guys are playing with a lot more swagger and having a lot more fun out there,” Evans said.
This is my third year with him, and so there’s a good feel,” he added.