It looks as if Jeff Garcia is probably out as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' quarterback for next season. Garcia would be the most high-profile Bucs player to be cut following the disappointing finish to the 2008-09 regular season.
The team re-signed Luke McCown, a backup since arriving via trade in 2005, to a two-year deal on Monday.
"It looks like they have decided to go in another direction with the signing of Luke," Garcia said to the Tampa Tribune. "I'm happy for him and his family. He has worked hard and is a talented player."
Garcia, who led the Bucs to the playoffs two years ago and was their starter in six of their nine victories last season, is expected to become a free agent at the end of the month.
The Bucs are expected to add at least one more quarterback to their roster before training camp begins, but for now they have veteran Brian Griese, second-year pro Josh Johnson and McCown.
"Luke is a talented and athletic quarterback who we have gotten to know well over the last four years," Bucs coach Raheem Morris said. "I know he is looking forward to the opportunity to be an integral part of our quarterback group this season."
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