During his first season, Tate led NFL rookie running backs in touchdowns (8), was the top rookie rusher in the National Football Conference (467 yards), and led the Buccaneers. The following year, he played 15 games (14 starts) and finished eighth in the league in rushing touchdowns (8), while again leading the franchise in rushing.
This passage describes Tate's performance during his first two seasons in the NFL. He was a standout rookie running back, achieving top rankings in several categories, including touchdowns, rushing yards, and team leadership for the Buccaneers. The following year, he continued to perform well, ranking highly in rushing touchdowns and maintaining his position as the Buccaneers' leading rusher.