John Cannon DL 78 College Height Weight Date of birth William & Mary 6-5 260 30-Jul-60 How acquired 3rd round pick 1982 How left Retired after the 1990 season Seasons played Games Starts 1982-90 121 73 Profile One of the most popular Buccaneer players ever during his nine seasons on the defensive line. John played tackle and end for the Bucs and whilst never being confused with an All-Pro, was a solid dependable lineman throughout his career. Was a regular starter for four seasons and although he only posted big sack numbers in his first three seasons, did a reasonable enough job against the pass and run. He was always one of the first to contribute in charity work whilst a Buccaneer and he remains in the top ten in games played for the franchise. Selected as the 34th Greatest player in Buccaneer history in 2007. 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 Games Starts Games Starts Games Starts Games Starts Games Starts Games Starts 9 0 14 11 16 16 16 16 8 8 11 11 1988 1989 1990 Games Starts Games Starts Games Starts 16 3 16 3 15 5 Interceptions Season No. Yards Avg LG TD 1984 1 0 0.0 0 0 Total 1 0 0.0 0 0 Tackles Season Solo Asst Total 1982 1 1983 53 1984 57 1985 72 1986 29 1987 30 8 38 1988 31 13 44 1989 12 11 23 1990 13 5 18 Total 335 Special Teams' Tackles Season Solo Asst Total 1989 6 1990 2 Total 8 Sacks Passes Defensed Season No. Season No 1983 5.0 1983 5 1984 3.5 1984 3 1985 4.5 1985 1 1986 2.0 1986 3 1987 2.0 1987 1988 3.0 1988 1989 1.0 1989 1990 1.0 1990 Total 22.0 Total 12