Archive for 2015

McCoy Gets A Day Off But Can’t Stop Working

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
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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…)

Video: Jameis Connects With Kenny Bell

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
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Peek inside training camp and a Bucs first down

You can read plenty about the new Kenny Bell in the post before this one.

But here, Joe’s got a very close video look at the Bucs offense and Jameis Winston, America’s Quarteback, connecting with his roommate and the Bucs’ 2015 fifth-round pick. (more…)

Kenny Bell Shed Combine Bloat

Sunday, August 9th, 2015

bellIt sure seems Bucs’ fifth-round pick, wide receiver Kenny Bell, got bad advice this winter heading into the NFL Scouting Combine. (more…)

How The Bucs Can Help Jameis

Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Former Bucs commander Greg Schiano discusses "America's Quarterback" and Bucs veterans.

Former Bucs commander Greg Schiano discusses “America’s Quarterback” and Bucs veterans.

Yes, “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, is but a rookie. One helluva talented rookie, that is.

But with all rookies, there are growing pains, learning curves. It’s just a matter of time until a rookie makes an error or two or three. (more…)

Bruce Carter: Jameis, Smith Clashed

Sunday, August 9th, 2015

Seems Bucs C Evan Smith and “America’s Quarterback” were at odds a fair amount of time in OTAs.

Joe always wondered what the hair was up Bucs center Evan Smith’s tailpipe about “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston.

For the longest time, the marginal center acted in public as if Jameis had farted in his dinner plate. (more…)

ASJ Channeling Michael Clayton

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
ASJ needs to knock off the Michael Clayton impersonation.

ASJ needs to knock off the Michael Clayton impersonation.

It is beginning to worry Joe. Through seven training camp practices, tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins has been unable to come up with easy catches.

It began last Saturday night in the first practice, when “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, hit ASJ right in the hands for a short pass and it was if the ball hit a rock. Incomplete. (more…)

Day 7 Training Camp Notes & Observations

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
McCoy

Yes, that’s Gerald McCoy writhing in pain after colliding with fullback Jorvorskie Lane

Rain delayed today’s training camp practice by 90 minutes, but the Bucs got their full work in and Joe’s got your need-to-know notes and observations. (more…)

Video: Touchdown! Jameis To Mike Evans

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
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Joe’s got video

It’s the combination for which every Bucs fan yearns.

And Tampa Bay faithful were treated to it this evening at One Buc Palace — sort of. (more…)

Jason Licht: Ali Marpet “Is Making Gerald Better”

Saturday, August 8th, 2015

Marpet2Joe’s written quite a bit over the past two practices about rookie Division-III right guard Ali Marpet. The Buccaneers’ second-round pick has looked capable — sometimes more than capable — running with the first team in full pads.

On WDAE-AM 620 this afternoon, Bucs general manager Jason Licht skyrocketed hopes even more when it comes to Marpet. (more…)

Jason Licht Talks To Joe

Saturday, August 8th, 2015

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Wow, Joe is really happy that Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht joined Joe live on WDAE-AM 620 during a special Saturday afternoon broadcast from Bucs training camp at One Buc Palace. (more…)

Titans Watch: 36 More Days

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
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Gerald McCoy offered a glimpse into his preparation.

Sure, the Bucs’ offense is breaking its collective butt to find an identity with a new offensive coordinator, a new system and a 21-year-old rookie quarterback.

But life is different among the guys wearing the red training camp jerseys. (more…)

Weather Delays Buccaneers Practice; New Start Time Is 5 P.M. Today

Saturday, August 8th, 2015

Day1PracticedefenseIt’s another soggy, soaked day at One Buc Palace with more rain on the way. The Buccaneers’ sixth day of training camp practice, scheduled for 2:30 p.m., has been rescheduled for 5 p.m.

Of course, that still could change.

The good news is you can kill time and dive into all things Bucs on the radio with Joe from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on WDAE-AM 620. Yes, Joe is live at One Buc Palace and has the microphone. Listen online at 620wdae.com.

Judging Rough Without Finishing

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
Lovie is missing an ingredient

Lovie is missing an ingredient

Good pass rushers have that sixth sense, an ability to sniff out a quarterback and put him to the ground.

It’s not just about dominating an offensive lineman, like Bucs defensive end like Larry English did yesterday (scroll down for video) to Donovan Smith and Demar Dotson. (more…)

Test Yourself

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
ESPN and NFL Films analyst Ron Jaworski  talks training camp interceptions and "America's Quarterback."

ESPN and NFL Films analyst Ron Jaworski talks training camp interceptions and “America’s Quarterback.”

Joe knows Bucs fans got nervous, and haters of “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, celebrated that Jameis had six interceptions in his first week of his first NFL training camp. (more…)

Video: Larry English Bull Rushes Donovan Smith

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
Bucs rookie left tackle Donovan Smith

Bucs rookie left tackle Donovan Smith

The Bucs have a very hungry corps of defensive ends, “yungry,” as Raheem Morris liked to say.

Larry English has the most career sacks at that position (12), and he’s the elder statesman and best known for being the Chargers’ first-round bust in 2009. (more…)

No Rest For Jameis

Saturday, August 8th, 2015
No rest for Jameis. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Plenty of work ahead for Jameis. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Imagine the whirlwind that “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, has been through this year.

First, he was grilled by many NFL teams interested in his services, bouncing from city to city, all the while working on improving his mechanics. (more…)

Video: English Lessons

Friday, August 7th, 2015

EnglishA win for the defense is a head-shaking moment for the offense. It’s the see-saw of training camp.

But anything that can lead to the impaling of Jamies Winston, America’s Quarterback, is a bit troubling. (more…)

Johnthan Banks Talks Jameis

Friday, August 7th, 2015
Johnthan Banks talks how "America's Quarterback" has improved since May.

Johnthan Banks talks how “America’s Quarterback” has improved since May.

As Joe wrote earlier, “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, had an up-and-down day. He started off sluggish — his habit through a week of training camp — and later had solid moments. (more…)

Day 6 – Training Camp Notes & Observations

Friday, August 7th, 2015

Day1practiceBusy day at Bucs training camp practice this afternoon. Tampa Bay practiced before a packed house of season pass holders, plus a crew of 30 BSPN SportsCenter crew.

Of course, Joe was there to soak it all in and provide your need-to-know. Enjoy! (more…)