Archive for 2023

Todd Bowles: “Hunger Will Drive Us”

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

Todd Bowles explains.

Finally! Imagine Joe’s pain hearing Todd Bowles talk about his team in detail and not being able to share it.

That pain has ended. (more…)

Smartest Way To Use Mike Evans?

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

Misusing Mike Evans.

Yeah, it was this bad. (more…)

Kyle Trask: Best Way To Win Starting Gig Is To Lock In

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

The more Joe thinks about it, the more Joe considers himself a lucky guy. (more…)

So Why Did Rachaad White Change His Number To No. 1?

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

Single-digit guy.

Bucs fans watching the team try to run the ball last year knew something had to change. (more…)

If You Like Blocking Tight Ends …

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

Georgia TE Darnell Washington.

The Bucs have always had success with blocking tight ends. (more…)

Was Tristan Wirfs Pointing A Finger At Antonio Brown And/Or Devin White?

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Antonio Brown

Odd comment today from Tristan Wirfs, especially consdering the Bucs won 13 games in 2021 and were seconds from the NFC Championship game during that postseason. (more…)

Running Game Identity Is New Mantra At One Buc

Monday, April 17th, 2023

The Free Ke’Shawn Vaughn/Draft Bijan Robinson movements will love this. (more…)

“That One Stung”

Monday, April 17th, 2023

It seems All-Pro Bucs right (?) tackle Tristan Wirfs saw the same things on film as former Bucs right guard Ian Beckles. (more…)

Kyle Trask Said Bucs Told Him About Starting QB Race

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Bucs QB Kyle Trask.

So right now, April 17, the Bucs starting quarterback is Kyler Traskfield. (more…)

Tristan Wirfs On Baker Mayfield: “I Think He’s A Dog”

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield seems to have captured the attention of his teammates.

All-Pro Buccaneers right tackle (?) Tristan Wirfs is on the Baker Mayfield bandwagon. (more…)

“I’ve Been Working Both”

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Tristan Wirfs

All-Pro Buccaneers right tackle Tristan Wirfs is preparing to change positions. (more…)

Will Entertainment Matter?

Monday, April 17th, 2023

“I like juice, too, Mr. Glazer.”

Our beloved Buccaneers are one of the most boring NFL teams.

Joe hates typing that reality. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Reads Between Jason Licht’s Lines, Explores Todd Bowles’ Development Record, Talks The Cam Jordan Mess, Drafting Wide Receiver, And Much More

Monday, April 17th, 2023

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Jason Licht Not Necessarily Looking For Immediate Starters

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Bucs GM Jason Licht.

One would think with a team that has so many roster holes, Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht is looking for quick-impact players. (more…)

Mike Evans Needs The Ball More

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Mike Evans

Mike Evans is the best Bucs wide receiver in history. It’s not even close. He likely will be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (more…)

You Can Blame The Offensive Line (Sort Of)

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Former Bucs LT Donovan Smith.

Joe knows the ultimate kneejerk scapegoat for an offense’s woes is blaming the offensive line. It never fails but it sure gets old quickly. (more…)

Devin White Seems To Address His Trade Demand On Instagram

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Social media activity.

For the first time since Jenna Laine of ESPN reported Devin White wanted out of Tampa Bay, the disgruntled Bucs linebacker seemed to address the issue. (more…)

Best In Class Dives Into Guards, Centers & Tackles In The Draft (With A Close Eye On The Bucs)

Sunday, April 16th, 2023

Sprint through a varity of offensive line prospects with JoeBucsFan.com draft guru Sean Sullivan! Nobody does it faster and better, and he’s always got an eye on potential Bucs fits. Savor today’s breakdown and catch up on the other positions you missed at at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and other platforms. All the fun is presented by Bill Currie Ford, home of the nationwide lifetime warranty on new vehicles. Sean also is the eager Bill Currie Ford GM ready to help you personally with all of your automotive needs. Fire off questions on football and more to Sean at BestInClass@BillCurrie.com.

Still Gas In The Tank Of Akiem Hicks?

Sunday, April 16th, 2023

Akiem Hicks analysis.

Joe doesn’t know how to handicap the chances that the Bucs bring back defensive tackle Akiem Hicks. (more…)