Archive for 2015

“That’s Always Been My Life”

Friday, April 17th, 2015
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The new Bucs DE opens up

Some young players take their first load of big cash and stop trying their best.

Don’t worry about new Bucs defensive end George Johnson going that route. (more…)

“If They Have The Stomach To Manage It”

Friday, April 17th, 2015
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Lovie’s take on inside One Buc

Former Browns general manager and current ESPN analyst and Senior Bowl chief Phil Savage agrees that the new Jameis Winston civil suit is no surprise to NFL teams.

However, Savage believes its arrival is a test for Tampa Bay. (more…)

The New Bucs Order

Friday, April 17th, 2015

lovie and lichtYou want to know exactly what ammunition the Bucs have entering the draft? (more…)

“Stick Them In There And Leave Them In There”

Friday, April 17th, 2015

LoviesadA seven-year starter on the Buccaneers offensive line, Ian Beckles (1990-1996) knows a thing or two about the subject of O-line play and development.

Yesterday, he offered a strong take on the aftermath of the Buccaneers’ 2015 draft. (more…)

“This Stunt Was Expected”

Friday, April 17th, 2015

JameisJameis Winston’s attorney, David Cornwell, is firing back after his famous client was whacked with a civil suit yesterday. (more…)

One Buc Palace Not Moved By Suit Vs. Winston

Friday, April 17th, 2015

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Yesterday, the legal version of tax day came, the civil lawsuit against Jameis Winston by the same woman from the same alleged incident that Winston has been cleared of by four investigations and hearings.

Anyone who didn’t see this coming literally had his head in the sand or was living under a rock for the past two years. (more…)

Sunshine State Buccaneers

Friday, April 17th, 2015

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When the Bucs were the beast of the NFC, their romping, stomping best, kicking offenses to the curb left and right, the team was loaded with stud players from Florida. (more…)

And Here Comes The Jameis Winston Lawsuit

Thursday, April 16th, 2015
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Joe doesn’t expect this old news turned new news to alter the smiles at One Buc Palace

UPDATED 6:50 p.m.: Yes, Jameis Winston, the prospective Buccaneers quarterback, is officially an accused rapist once again. (more…)

Playing Follow The Leader

Thursday, April 16th, 2015
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New Bucs DE George Johnson opens up about Gerald McCoy

Lovie Smith was clear at the NFL Owners Meetings in Phoenix, Gerald McCoy is “the face of franchise.”

Even the newest Buccaneer knows that. He’s already talked about how he’ll be playing follow McCoy — for the second time in his career. (more…)

Bucs Cannot Stop With Johnson

Thursday, April 16th, 2015

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Yes, the Bucs got a defensive end this week, a guy former Super Bowl-winning general manager, Hall of Fame-elect and current NFL talking head Bill Polian thinks is a rising solid player. (more…)

D.J. Humphries In Round 2?

Thursday, April 16th, 2015

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The Bucs need a left tackle, but the problem is they won’t be able to draft a slam dunk prospect after selecting a quarterback with the No. 1 overall pick.

And don’t start barking about trading down, Joe’s never seen a left tackle march a team for a game-winning drive. (more…)

Misguided Jason Licht Bashing

Thursday, April 16th, 2015

LichtmugYou want to rip the Bucs’ general manager for offseason decisions last year that set the team backwards. Fine. Enjoy yourself.

But the blasting of Jason Licht for yesterday’s George Johnson trade is way off base. (more…)

From His Mother-In-Law’s Basement

Thursday, April 16th, 2015
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New Bucs defensive end George Johnson

There are great rise-from-the-ashes stories in the NFL, and many through Bucs history.

Earnest Graham comes to mind. The Florida Gators great, undrafted with a wife and child and clinging to his NFL dream, fought off homelessness in Tampa while he battled for a roster spot. (more…)

Buccaneers Praised For Draft Gamesmanship

Thursday, April 16th, 2015

LovieRefereeThose loveable Bucs couldn’t win a home game last year, but dammit, they pulled off one heck of a draft misdirection.

Are they doing it again? (more…)

The Godfather Explains “The Factors At Play”

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

jason and lovieIt’s horrible that Father Dungy is buzzing Lovie Smith’s ear, trying to get him to pass on Jameis Winston while fueling the trade-down fires.

But at least a highly respected voice in NFL personnel is speaking logically. (more…)

Watch Johnson’s Numbers Jump

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015
It is not realistic to expect newly-acquired George Johnson to resume his tackle-making game.

It is realistic to expect newly-acquired George Johnson to resume his tackle-making game.

It may end up as a footnote in Bucs history, but there is reason for optimism with former Tampa Bay defensive end George Johnson returning after a trade of sorts with the Lions today. (more…)

Banking On George Warhop

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

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If Joe ran the Buccaneers, the team would have added an A-list team of offensive line coaches and/or consultants this offseason.

Instead, the Bucs will return O-line coach George Warhop and his newcomer assistant Butch Barry, fresh out of Central Michigan University. (more…)

Is Jameis Winston Ignoring Derrick Brooks?

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

BrooksLovieIt’s not all love and hugs and kisses for Jameis Winston at the JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters.

Joe has spent plenty of time scrutinizing the young man likely to start at quarterback for Tampa Bay when the preseason kicks off in four short months in Minnesota. (more…)

Wonderlic Scores, Freeman, Winston, Glennon & The Division Champs

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

JameisYou know Silly Season is in full swing when Wonderlic test scores take center stage. That’s the 50-question, ancient intelligence exam given to prospective draft picks at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Some people want you to believe these scores matter. (more…)