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NFL: Tampa Bay 17, Miami 6

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Published: Aug. 9, 2008 at 11:52 PM

MIAMI, Aug. 9 (UPI) -- Michael Bennett rushed for 74 yards and a touchdown Saturday to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a pre-season 17-6 victory over Miami.

Bennett also had four receptions for 16 yards.

Luke McCown was 9-of-15 for 70 yards while starting at quarterback for the Bucs. Brian Griese threw a three-yard touchdown pass at the end of the first half to Brian Clark as part of a 10-for-14, 59-yard performance.

John Beck got the start for Miami and threw for 45 yards on 5-of-9 passing, while Josh McCown logged just 35 yards on 5-of-8 passing. Rookie Chad Henne led the club with 67 yards by connecting on half of his 10 attempts.

Ricky Williams led the Miami rushing attack with 31 yards on five carries.

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