Bucs coach Todd Bowles’ defense leads NFL in an ugly stat.

The defense has led the way for the undefeated Bucs, shutting down Justin Jefferson (in the second half) of the Bucs’ Week 1 game and throttling Bears quarterback Justin Fields to the lowest rushing output of his career. (more…)

Strong performance expected by Eagles expert.

Mike Evans is going to damage the Eagles secondary. (more…)

Impressed with Bucs.

Ian Beckles is talking Bucs. And Joe is listening. (more…)

Defending mobile QBs.

So last week the Bucs practiced with a determination to prepare to stop a Cam Newton-type mobile quarterback in Chicago’s Justin Fields. (more…)

The Bucs have a huge chore on their hands Monday in the form of the Eagles’ offensive line. (more…)

This makes Joe ill, considering the Bucs play a quick turnaround game in New Orleans after Monday night’s clash with the Eagles. (more…)

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What do you do with a 33-year-old linebacker approaching free agency? You keep him.

That was the determination made by Jason Licht back in March and it’s looking like one heck of a wise decision. David may not have had a lot of suitors, but the Bucs could have chosen to let him walk, pairing Devin White with a younger partner on the inside.

That’s what you do if you’re thinking ahead to the 2024 draft. Instead, Licht was thinking about the NFC South standings and a third consecutive division title. (more…)

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Baker Mayfield bailed out his offensive line (Matt Feiler) Sunday against the Bears.

Yes, the still-jelling Bucs’ offensive line has been solid this season. It’s helped to have a quarterback who isn’t only relying on releasing the ball quickly. (more…)

Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales is on an early roll.

Baker Mayfield is no Tom Brady, but he’s long been out of his NFL diapers.

Not worrying about Mayfield soiling himself is appreciated by his first-time offensive coordinator. (more…)

Here comes Ke’Shawn “Sneak” Vaughn! (more…)

Third downs and messaging.

The message of the day yesterday at One Buc Palace was “third-and-manageable.” (more…)

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

Joe is honestly stoked about the new Todd Bowles. (more…)

Colin Cowherd reacts.

Long-time and noted Baker Mayfield critic Colin Cowherd is on the verge of saying, “I was wrong, Baker.” (more…)

Beasting.

Vita Vea might be hacked off at the Bucs. And he’s taking his anger out on opposing centers and guards. (more…)

The best.

Want to trigger NFL shot-callers? Mention the PFF tribe’s offensive line grades. (more…)

The first official Buccanereers injury report of this week, Eagles week, has been released and it shows a few fresh names.

Manbeast defensive tackle Vita Vea was limited in practice today with a pectoral injury. Safety Ryan Neal joined him on the limited list with a banged up knee and ribs. Joe already wrote about No. 1 cornerback Carlton Davis testing his toe today in a limited fashion.

Rookies Calijah Kancey (calf) and Sirvocea Dennis (hamstring) skipped practice with their ongoing injuries.

Tristan Wirfs

When it comes to converting third downs into first downs, Tampa Bay ranks tied for 8th in the NFL. (more…)