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The additional 2nd round pick from the Indianapolis Colts came in the Anthony McFarland trade. The extra 6th round pick came from the Minnesota Vikings in a swop of 4th round picks. The two additional 7th round picks were compensatory ones. The Bucs picked 4th in the first round and then 3rd and 4th henceforth.
1 - DE - Gaines Adams - Clemson
The first defensive player taken in the draft who came on strong in the second half of the season after a shaky first couple of months in the NFL. A true pass-rusher in the purest sense, he also showed a good ability to play the run as the year wore on.
2 - G - Arron Sears - Tennessee
Another young talent for the young Buccaneer offensive line. Started every game at left guard in his first NFL season and a unanimous choice to the All-Rookie teams around the NFL. A real mauler who showed serious ability to pull and block on running plays.
2 - S - Sabby Piscitelli - Oregon State
Only played the first three games of the season on special teams before sustaining an injury that saw him placed on IR and hence out for the rest of the season. His play in pre-season reminded many people of a young John Lynch.
3 - LB - Quincy Black - New Mexico
Played all but one game on special teams and ranked third on that unit in tackles with 17. Also saw some playing time at outside linebacker in the final two games of the season when many of the starters were being rested.
4 - S - Tanard Jackson - Syracuse
Another unanimous choice on NFL All-Rookie teams. Became the first Buc rookie starter on defense in over 12 years as he started every game at free safety during 2007. Delivered some outstanding hits and gained respect around the NFL for his conversion from college cornerback.
5 - DT - Greg Peterson - North Carolina Central
Played in 10 games during his rookie season before being placed on IR before the season finale with the Panthers. Recorded 1.5 sacks in limited playing time as part of the defensive line rotation and also played extensively on the kick coverage units.
6 - LB - Adam Hayward - Portland State
Took a major step up from the lower college level he had played at, and saw action in 12 games as a special teamer and also played extensively on defense in the final two games of the season.
7 - T - Chris Denman - Fresno State
Placed on Injured Reserve during pre-season and hence missed the entire campaign. Nicknamed "The Mortician" in college and the name stuck during training camp.
7 - CB - Marcus Hamilton - Virginia
The only member of the 2007 draft squad that did not make the Buccaneers in some form out of training camp. Was signed to the practice squad however and re-signed a futures contract at the termination of the 2007 season.
7 - RB - Kenneth Darby - Alabama
Spent most of the season on the developmental squad but twice brought up to the main roster and played in the season finale with the Panthers as his first official NFL appearance.
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