Archive for 2023

Baker Mayfield Is Over The QB Uncertainty

Saturday, August 19th, 2023

It smells like the Buccaneers’ quarterback battle officially has reached charade status as Preseason Game 2 approaches tonight. (more…)

Running Attack Could Doom The Bucs

Saturday, August 19th, 2023

Run blocking in focus.

Now before folks roll their eyes, when Joe refers to “running attack,” Joe is not just referring to running backs, but the entire offense. (more…)

Replacing Russell Gage

Saturday, August 19th, 2023

Eagles WR Greg Ward.

Joe isn’t trying to be an a-hole here, but the facts are the facts and the NFL is a brutally cold, cutthroat business. (more…)

Rondé Barber: Bucs May Be Hunting A Safety

Saturday, August 19th, 2023

“What safety are you looking at, Jason?”

Joe knows who Bucs icon and Pro Football Hall of Fame corner Rondé Barber hangs with that also has a high-level office in the football operations at One Buc Palace. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Inside The QB Decision, Russell Gage Fallout, New Jersey Happenings, Mike Evans’ Candid Take, Preseason Game 2, And Much More

Friday, August 18th, 2023

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“I Don’t Want Just A Pressure, I Want The Sack”

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Outside linebacker/edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka.

Could a new outside linebackers coach pull the magic out of Joe Tryon-Shoyinka? The Bucs sure hope so and so do fans. (more…)

“Neuro-Responsibility” And Front-7 Success

Friday, August 18th, 2023

A major Buccaneers priority this season is repairing their run defense that fell from historically good in 2019 and 2020 to strong in 2021 and subpar in 2022.

Two Bucs think a step was taken in that direction during Wednesday’s 10-round fight against the Jets. (more…)

Best In Class Looks At The Worst Bucs Draft Moves — And Non-Moves — Of The 1970s And 1980s

Friday, August 18th, 2023

A fun, fast and furious look at the Bucs’ unique draft history through their first 15 seasons. JoeBucsFan.com draft guru Sean Sullivan is on it!

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Helps If A Team That Wants To Run Can

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Bucs running backs Chase Edmonds (left) and rookie Sean Tucker.

Look, Bucs coach Todd Bowles wants to run the ball. In a throwing league. He ought to have a stout defense so this sort of makes sense. (more…)

Preseason Week 2 Edition Of The Free Stretch Podcast; A Pivotal Time

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Host Bobby Fenton has plenty of points to hit on in this episode. Bobby is a lifelong Bucs fan and has strong takes on all things Tampa Bay and more. Follow Bobby on Twitter, @bobbygameday. The Free Stretch is a fine listen presented by Bill Currie Ford. Remember Bill Currie Ford’s nationwide lifetime warranty on NEW vehicles!!

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For 6 years, The Free Stretch has been here for Bucs fans after being heard on several radio stations dating back to ancient times in 2006. Bobby also hosted a national show on Sporting News Radio. (more…)

Mike Evans, His Streak And Staying With The Bucs

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Mike Evans and Bucs’ future.

Very insightful feature on Bucs stud receiver Mike Evans, his future in the NFL and in Tampa. (more…)

DeVonta Over Deebo

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Todd uses mock draft data to talk about who may be available in rounds three and four in your upcoming fantasy draft. 

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“He’s Not Accurate Anymore”

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Down on Baker Mayfield.

Yes, people read your comments. (more…)

Yahoo!: Lack Of QB Decision Hurting The Bucs

Friday, August 18th, 2023

Quarterback drama.

Mike Evans has already said it. Former Bucs scout Pat Kirwan has already said it. And now, add Yahoo! to the list. (more…)

Ryan Jensen Skips Bucs’ 4 1/2 Day Trip To New Jersey

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Center Ryan Jensen

It’s well known that starting Pro Bowl center Ryan Jensen hasn’t participated in 11-on-11 work in Bucs training camp and largely has been a spectator this summer.

But it seems the unlikelihood of Jensen playing Week 1 against Minnesota has reached a new level. (more…)

Tight-Lipped Todd Bowles

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Head coach Todd Bowles wasn’t in much of a giving mood this morning with reporters after practice. (more…)

WR1’s Are Hotter Than Tampa Real Estate

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Todd says the days of going RB/RB in the first two rounds of fantasy drafts is officially over.

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Todd Bowles Admits Missing A Scrimmage With Jets Hasn’t Helped

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

Bucs coach Todd Bowles was quite clear. (more…)

Trey Palmer Says Sauce Gardner Was Nameless And Faceless

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Rookie receiver Trey Palmer with Todd Bowles.

The Bucs’ emerging rookie receiver is his own man. (more…)

Calf Injury For Antoine Winfield, Jr.

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

The Bucs’ top safety got a t-shirt-and-hat day at practice today in New Jersey.

One could argue the entire Bucs team got a day off today, though a few guys truly had a rest day. (more…)

Tristan Wirfs, Time And The 2023 Season

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Time and patience?

You better believe Joe was stoked yesterday seeing rookie right guard Cody Mauch finally unleash his inner beast and grind Jets defenders while run blocking. (more…)

Bucs Practicing At Giants Facility

Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Logan Hall and Vita Vea on the practice field this morning at Giants headquarters.

Weird morning. (more…)