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As a rookie, Freeman threw six interceptions. In his second season, Freeman threw 22 picks and that was a big reason why the Bucs dropped from 10 wins to six wins. It's also a big reason why there's a new coaching staff in Tampa this year. One of those new coaches is working to turn Freeman back in the right direction. OC Mike Sullivan spoke to Sirius XM Radio about his plans for Freeman this offseason. Cutting down on those interceptions is right at the top of the list.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
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"When an incompletion is not only OK, but it's a good thing," Sullivan said. "When a sack is not only OK, it's a good thing. It's all about protecting the football and making those smart decisions. ..." As PFT's Josh Alper noted, the Bucs may have helped make one of those smart decisions for Freeman when they
traded TE Kellen Winslow. According to ESPN, 10 of Freeman's 22 interceptions came on passes intended for Winslow. Freeman might have been over-reliant on Winslow last season, he targeted him 111 times, and defenses adjusted to the tandem. Alper was quick to add that Freeman's problems didn't come just on throws to Winslow last season, but changing the mix at receiver could still have a positive effect on Freeman. Especially since Vincent Jackson is one of the new additions.
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