Archive for 2023

Todd Bowles Names MVP, Three Most Improved Bucs

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Right tackle Luke Goedeke

Head coach Todd Bowles played along in a game few coaches like to play after only four games. (more…)

Todd Bowles Talks “Attack Mode” And “Maneuverability”

Monday, October 9th, 2023

“Watch and learn, Kyle.”

Joe sure hopes what the Bucs’ 20th-ranked offense has accomplished is sustainable. (more…)

“They Really Can’t Double Him Like They Used To”

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Vita Vea might have to go shopping for a thank you card. (more…)

Dave Canales: Quarterbacks Lie

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Don’t believe QBs in August.

Very interesting behind-the-scenes intel from Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canales on NFL quarterbacks and self-scouting. (more…)

Who To Re-Sign First?

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht has tough decisions to make in a few months. (more…)

Lavonte David Was The Giveaway For Baker Mayfield

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Gave Baker Mayfield a sign.

UPDATED: Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield hopped on the “Pat McAfee Show” last week and, of course, he got in Bucs talk despite being on the “College Gameday” set in Dallas as BSPN was pimping the Oklahoma-Texas game. (more…)

Todd Bowles’ Run Defense In For A Stiff Test

Monday, October 9th, 2023

Lions RB David Montgomery.

We all know Bucs coach Todd Bowles wants to shut down the run of an opponent’s attack, first and foremost. He will have a test on Sunday, Creamsicle Day. (more…)

Bucs’ Division Lead Cut To A Half-Game

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Big wins for the slimy Saints and Falcons today. Both are now 3-2.

So much for the miserable NFC South. (more…)

Keyshawn Johnson Claps Back At Warren Sapp

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Explosive allegations.

Bucs fans know former Pro Bowl receiver Keyshawn Johnson and Bucs icon and Hall of Famer Warren Sapp united in 2000 in an effort to get the Bucs over the hump and into the Super Bowl. (more…)

Gameday (Outside) Tampa Bay

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Joe’s popcorn, Big Storm beer and Hooters buffalo shrimp will be on a glorious coffee table at 1 o’clock today for a feast of NFC South games. (more…)

Dave Canales: Bucs’ Running On First Downs Has Opened Pass Game

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Bucs OC Dave Canales.

Though Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canalas has stated he may incorporate more vertical passing because he trusts his pass blocking, that doesn’t mean he wants to abandon the run. (more…)

Baker Mayfield Explains Key To Success

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Hat tip to Bucs defense.

Baker Mayfield is having a career resurgence. (more…)

“I Was Wrong About Baker Mayfield”

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

Bucs thoughts.

It is always refreshing to hear when folks in the Fourth Estate confess they had the wrong vibe about something. (more…)

Shaq Barrett Explains The Bucs’ Standard

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

Joe is always intrigued when a Bucs player explains what expectations are inside the walls of One Buc Palace. (more…)

“There’s No Extra BS”

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

The Bucs have become one of those organizations, the kind that doesn’t have a bunch of drama, arrests, side shows, etc.

It wasn’t like that last season. (more…)

Todd Bowles’ Breaks Down Antoine Winfield Greatness

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

How much of a dream player is Antoine Winfield Jr.?

Todd Bowles let it all out, it seems, and Winfield’s agent now has a sweet negotiating speech. (more…)

BSPN: Chaos Is Coming

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield.

Numbers guys don’t like Baker Mayfield. (more…)

Winning With Defense

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

Winning with defense.

At least Bucky Brooks is an honest man. (more…)

Dave Canales: Offense Is Evolving

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

Adjustments.

Very interesting words from Bucs coach Dave Canales about how he is still learning his offense, and his offense is still learning about him. (more…)

Ian Beckles: Bucs Are Kings Of The NFC South

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

“Elated.”

“Elated” was the word from a former Bucs offensive lineman and popular local sports radio personality when talking about where the Bucs stand after four games. (more…)

Baker Mayfield’s Crazy Numbers In The Clutch

Saturday, October 7th, 2023

Cool under pressure.

Joe loves how the stat nerds begin rocking back and forth in their chairs and rap their knuckles together in frustration whenever someone mentions “clutch.” (more…)

Formula 44 For Dave Canales, Baker Mayfield

Friday, October 6th, 2023

Offensive coordinator Dave Canales.

The data nerds see a clear structure for the offense of new Bucs playcaller Dave Canales, and a 13-year NFL quarterback is paying attention. (more…)