Corner Phillip Buchanon has been quite the catch since he was signed as a free agent.

Not that long ago Bucs cornerback Phillip Buchanon, a former first round pick by Oakland, was considered a bust. Now, he has developed into such a strong corner, Buchanon isn’t concerned at all that the Bucs drafted Aqib Talib in the first round.

John Lembo of the Bradenton Herald  says Buchanon looks at the acquisition of Talib as both a challenge, and an opportunity to mentor the rookie.

The Fort Myers native is too happy in Tampa Bay to complain. He looks at Talib and doesn’t see a kid waiting to take his spot – he sees a player stuffed with potential who can only make the Buccaneers better. He sees a respectful rookie that Buchanon, a first-round pick himself in 2002, will make himself available to whenever Talib has any questions.

 Joe thinks the Bucs may have the best, if not deepest, defensive backfield in the league.