Reynolds, Ricky

Gameday 1992, #305

Cards: ProSet 1989, Fleer 1990, GameDay 1992
Acquired: TTM 2020, C/o Home
Sent: 3/17 Received: 3/30 (13 days)

CAREER SNAPSHOT:

  • Highly underrated CB that played 7 seasons for the moribund Tampa Bay Buccaneer franchise from 1987-93.
  • Second round pick out of Washington State in 1987.
  • Frequently was on an island against opposing team’s top receiving talent.
  • Finished second on team in tackles (74), while breaking up 15 passes.
  • Stellar campaign in 1988, with 4 interceptions and 22 pass breakups.
  • Had two touchdowns in back to back games in 1989- one on an interception and the other on a punt block, along with 5 picks.
  • Starter at CB from the first game of rookie season, was the most tenured member of the Bucs defense by 1992.
  • Played for franchise through 1993, joining the Patriots after the season.
  • 116 pass breakups was a Buccaneer franchise record.
  • Continued career with New England through the 1996 season, adding 6 more interceptions to career totals.

NOTES:

Ricky had some really nice cards over the years, and I wanted to get him on them. I love his Fleer 1990 card as it really showcases that creamsicle orange.

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