Riley “Joe Dirt” Bullough Released
September 2nd, 2017
Athleticism hurt
Not much to say here.
Hard Knocks celebrity linebacker Riley Bullough has been cut, per Adam Schefter of BSPN.
It’s no surprise. As much as Bucs fans and coaches loved the grit of “Joe Dirt,” also known as “Bully” among his teammates, Bullough was just lacking the necessary physical talent.
When candid Dirk Koetter praised Bullough through training camp, it always seemed focused on all of Bullough’s attributes that weren’t related to being a guy with real NFL potential. It was a tough spot for Bullough on a deep roster of Bucs linebackers.
Joe wishes Bullough well. What a perfect fit he could be for the Bucs’ practice squad.
Could you imagine Bullough leading a scout team? Dude would be ready and jacked up to challenge the offense.
September 2nd, 2017 at 10:56 am
Hey man….he gave it all he had….which is more than many others blessed with extreme football physical talent
September 2nd, 2017 at 10:56 am
Hard Knocks is always going to focus on someone who isn’t going to make the team, and the team has to go along with it as part of the show. That is the nature of “Reality” TV. Best of luck to him.
September 2nd, 2017 at 10:58 am
A classic case of the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.
Great ‘tude, but he lacks the wheels, twitch and strength for the NFL.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:04 am
Yes. Perfect Attitude.
I wish him the best.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:09 am
Good luck Bully
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:09 am
Dante Dye also cut over Bobo Wilson. Hard Knocks star status doesn’t equal talent.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:10 am
Bucs just cut McWeapon
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:13 am
I wish him well. Now if the coaching staff could see their way clear to getting rid of some other non producers who are way over paid we would be in great shape.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:14 am
Wallace gillberry would be a nice depth pick up
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:15 am
Bears wash their paws of Roberto!! Lol
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:16 am
Coach Smith said it best… his movement (lack of) will always be there. Practice squad I hope but not sure
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:19 am
PS will not help JD’s speed….the PS is too valuable for someone not likely to developed into a 53
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:21 am
YES !!!!!! Auclair (Canadian TE) has been informed that he made the roster.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:29 am
Sad… I hope he eventually realizes his dream of playing in the NFL one day.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:30 am
He has nothing to be ashamed of….he left it all out on the field…gave it his maximum effort so he won’t have to second guess himself..
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:30 am
and the great white hope goes down!
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:37 am
I really liked this kid. Was Hoping…But..this is the NFl. And I could tell by the last HBO special when Coach Smith made those Booth comments about him..He was gone!!!! You never know, he could get a shot with somebody else or in Canada. Good Luck Kid!!!
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:39 am
I’d love to see him on the practice squad BUT it seems to me the kid should get into coaching RIGHT NOW … no need to beat up your body anymore when you just don’t have the talent needed to play on this level … use that insane drive and football IQ to get into a safe profession like coaching … I imagine Michigan State would hire him as an assistant right now.
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:39 am
Come on max. Really?
September 2nd, 2017 at 11:43 am
I was pulling for the kid, but he could get picked up by some other team. Best of luck Bully
September 2nd, 2017 at 12:20 pm
@webster yes really be honest with yourself
September 2nd, 2017 at 1:38 pm
Good luck dirty bully. I hope he ends up on psquad too. Cant have enough effort guys who love football. We know he will keep working. Cmon jl lets find another hidden gem like jacquies smith after these last cuts. Need a pass rusher bad.
September 2nd, 2017 at 3:32 pm
Hopefully he makes it to the practice squad. I hold out hope that if he continues to learn the defense he can overcome being a half-step too slow. Also he seems like a guy that should be a special teams monster if they devote him to doing that. We shall see but I don’t think we’ve seen the last of Joe Dirt.
September 2nd, 2017 at 4:29 pm
He will go to the Practice Squad.
September 2nd, 2017 at 9:17 pm
Was rooting for JDirt but he was too slow. Great heart though and hope he makes practice squad.