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Vita Vea shows up on offense to help Buccaneers score vs. Falcons
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Watching the NFL is fun because you get to see things you don't see every day. Exhibit A: Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea making a cameo appearance on the offense unit.
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The Buccaneers hosted the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday at Raymond James Stadium, and Vea helped the team get on the board late in the opening quarter.
With only 1:41 to go on second and goal, the bruising enforcer was tapped to help hold down the fort as Tampa Bay tried to get to the end zone. The unique ploy worked , as Vea, doubling as a fullback, aided in clearing the way for Shawn Tucker for the touchdown.
While it's not the first time the Buccaneers—or even other teams—have used a defensive tackle on an offensive play, it's still entertaining to watch.
Even fans had to share their thoughts on X.
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"The Vita Loca motive," said @BrandenHart1.
"Damn, got a flashback. Vita reminded me of Lorenzo Neal for a second, blocking for Alstott. LOL," observed @Yuccax36.
"Better than the tush push, I won't lie," added @BucsFanOfPain.
"Everybody knows and can't stop it," wrote @AjokeRIGHTer.
"That's hilarious," posted @LeshV18.
The 30-year-old Vea continues to be a key piece for the Buccaneers in his eighth year. The two-time Pro Bowler is arguably the team's best defender, displaying his rare combination of size and speed every week.
As of writing, Tampa Bay is ahead of Atlanta, 10-7, in the second quarter.
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The Buccaneers are looking to get back on track, as they have lost four of their last five assignments.
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