Nafziger was signed by Tampa Bay in September 1977. While originally worked out as a prospective
linebacker, the Buccaneers soon moved him to tight end and also utilized him heavily on
special teams. He was part of the
1979 Tampa Bay squad which advanced to the
NFC Championship Game, producing two sacks and a pair of fumble recoveries for the
Central Division champions that fall. During the
1981 season, as the franchise again made the playoffs, Nafziger led the club with 22 special teams tackles for the year. ==References==