Archive for 2015

“55 Club”

Tuesday, August 11th, 2015
Time to join the club, Lavonte.

Time to join the club, Lavonte.

Joe never imagined seeing another Derrick Brooks prowling the sidelines for the Bucs.

Then along came the closest thing Joe has seen to Brooks. That man is Bucs linebacker Lavonte David. (more…)

Bucs Sign DT Tony McDaniel

Monday, August 10th, 2015
Bucs signed free agent DT Tony McDaniel today, formerly with the Seahawks.

Bucs signed free agent DT Tony McDaniel, formerly with the Seahawks.

Well, maybe Da’Quan Bowers hasn’t worked out in his second life with the Bucs after all? (more…)

Power Structure Muted Logan Mankins

Monday, August 10th, 2015

McCownlaughHere’s a big ol’ shining light on the mess of the 2014 Bucs. And it might explain why Josh McCown got excommunicated so quickly after the season ended. (more…)

Jason Licht Salutes Mark Dominik

Monday, August 10th, 2015
Current Bucs GM Jason Licht gives his predecessor a shoutout.

Current Bucs GM Jason Licht gives his predecessor a shoutout.

Bucs fans love to loathe former rock star general manager Mark Dominik.

Joe thinks this is hilarious for several reasons, the biggest is that the tandem of Chucky/Bruce Almighty were absolutely and horrendously rotten at player evaluation, so much so that the duo was likely worse than the much-maligned Matt Millen. (more…)

David To Be Used More

Monday, August 10th, 2015
Seems Lovie Smith plans to use LB Lavonte David in more ways this fall.

Seems Lovie Smith plans to use LB Lavonte David in more ways this fall.

Refreshing and heartwarming words from Bucs coach Lovie Smith today when the Bucs held a press conference to formally announce Bucs stud linebacker Lavonte David has been inked to a new pact. (more…)

Freakout: Cam Throws Pick, Brawls

Monday, August 10th, 2015
Stinking Panthers QB Cam Newton goes mental after throwing a pick in practice today.

Stinking Panthers QB Cam Newton goes mental after throwing a pick in practice today.

Since Bucs fans somehow have become hypersensitive about interceptions in practice, Joe has decided to offer stories on established star quarterbacks throwing picks in practice. (more…)

Jackson Drops The “L” Word On Jameis Winston

Monday, August 10th, 2015

Jameisrookie4Joe realizes there is a fringe faction of Bucs fans that wants to see Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, shut up and know his place as a rookie.

And half of those lunatics think Jameis should be in a fair competition with Mike Glennon for a starting gig. (more…)

Video: Jameis & VJax Torch 2nd-Team Defense

Monday, August 10th, 2015

vincent jackson 0804What’s more soothing at lunchtime than America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, connecting for a touchdown with Vincent Jackson?

Joe can think of a few things, but this is still loads of fun. (more…)

Titans Watch: 34 More Days

Monday, August 10th, 2015

Ken Whisenhunt, Marcus MariotaJoe’s already called opening day against the Tennessee Titans on Sept. 13 in Tampa a “must-win.”

It’s not a must-win for the standings. Duh. But it is necessary for the psyche of a fanbase that’s hasn’t seen a home victory since 2013, and compares Jameis Winston to Marcus Mariota. (more…)

Sterling Moore Backs “Third Or Fourth Cousin” Claim

Monday, August 10th, 2015
New Bucs cornerback Sterling Moore

New Bucs cornerback Sterling Moore

Lovie Smith is going to stop you in your tracks if you tell him his defense is just like the one his great friend Rod Marinelli and the Dallas Cowboys are playing. (more…)

Gerald McCoy vs. Peter King

Monday, August 10th, 2015

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Urinal picture-taking, video game-playing, Taylor Swift-listening, pickpocket-thwartingBucs-uniform-frowningAllie-LaForce-smittenBig-Ten-Network-hatingpedestrian-bumpingolive oil-lappingpopcorn-munchingcoffee-slurpingfried-chicken-eatingoatmeal-lovingcircle-jerkingbeer-chuggingcricket-watchingscone-loathingcollege football-naïvebaseball-box-score-readingNPR-honkfilthy-hotel-stayingfight-instigatingbarista-training Peter King, Lord of theMMQB.com and keyboard-tapper for Sports Illustrated, and yakker for NBC Sports, recently came to One Buc Palace for a drive-by hit on reporting from Bucs training camp, and he decided to take on Gerald McCoy in a game of Madden. (more…)

A Confident Ali Marpet Emerges

Monday, August 10th, 2015

MarpetAs a general manager with a shaky offensive line, it takes strong manhood to draft a Division III offensive lineman in the second round, and then try and convert the guy from left tackle to right guard with a goal of starting as a rookie.

But Bucs GM Jason Licht didn’t hesitate in May, and now Marpet Madness is sweeping One Buc Palace and JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters. (more…)

Looking Good

Monday, August 10th, 2015

This is the season of the notorious question, “Who is looking good?”

Joe gets it all the time in August. All the time. Joe’s knee-jerk reaction is to mention a Bucs cheerleader of the past. However, these questions are about Bucs players in training camp. (more…)

Aura Of “America’s Quarterback”

Monday, August 10th, 2015
The spotlight is on. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

The spotlight is on. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Joe has typed the following before, but still some readers refuse to believe.

You know the type: members of the flat earth society who believe you can win a Super Bowl with an archaic, run-first offense with no quarterback to speak of. (more…)

“It’s About Learning”

Monday, August 10th, 2015
It's about learning.

It’s practice.

During the last two training camp practices, “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, was mostly sharp. In his first few practices, he had more rough first steps but overcame them each day. (more…)

Buccaneers Sign Lavonte David: $10 Million Per Year

Sunday, August 9th, 2015

LavonteDavidCelebration time, Bucs fans.

Team Glazer has rewarded Lavonte David for three stellar seasons. (more…)

Lovie’s Bromance With Mike Jenkins

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Lovie seems to have deep affection for CB Mike Jenkins.

Lovie seems to have deep affection for CB Mike Jenkins.

Boy oh boy, Lovie Smith sure loves himself some Mike Jenkins.

It’s getting to the point Joe is wondering if the two are related. (more…)

Lovie Challenges Lavonte David

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Lovie demands more from Bucs LB Lavonte David.

Lovie Smith demands more from Lavonte David.

No one will ever accuse Bucs coach Lovie Smith with Chucky. For one, Lovie doesn’t have a ring.

For another, Lovie is a defensive guy; Chucky is all offense. (more…)

Day 8 Training Camp Notes & Observations

Sunday, August 9th, 2015

DotsonYour Bucs were back at it for their fourth consecutive day of training camp practice at One Buc Palace. The sun was broiling and Joe’s got a pile of his famous notes and observations.

Enjoy! (more…)

Robert Herron In Your Lap

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Watch Bucs WR Robert Herron flip right onto your laptop keyboard.

Watch Bucs WR Robert Herron flip right onto your laptop keyboard.

One player having a nice training camp is Robert “Hands” Herron, who this year is showing much better hands.

With Louis Murphy on floppy hat patrol, the Bucs are giving a lot of guys reps with the first team offense. Today, Herron had a lot of snaps with “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston. (more…)

McCoy Gets A Day Off But Can’t Stop Working

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
McCoy

Fans will like this video

Gerald McCoy got a “veteran’s day” break at training camp practice today, but McCoy couldn’t stop working. (See video below.)

He wants a higher level of greatness and to set the right example. (more…)

Rainey Not Worried About Fumbles

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Bucs RB Bobby Rainey states for the record he is not a fumbler.

Bucs RB Bobby Rainey states for the record he is not a fumbler.

Last year, the best Bucs running back was Bobby Rainey.

Then came the “Nightmare on Mangum Street,” where the Dixie Chicks chain-whipped the Bucs as if they were direct descendants of Billy Sherman himself. All before the eyes of the nation in prime time. (more…)