Were the 2002 Bucs, who finished 12-4 but were swept by a Saints team that matched up better versus them than just about every other team, better than the Saints that year?
I acknowledge they were the SB winners and deserve to be crowned “the best,” but on the field, who is the better team if one team has your number and beats you anytime you play them?
Just trying to hear more of your philosophy on a granular level.
The 2002 Bucs were the best team in the NFL bc they won the Super Bowl. They accomplished what every team desires every season and earned the right to be called the best that year. Like I’ve said numerous times…..it’s simple