Archive for 2024

Deven Thompkins Waived

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

Gone.

Looks like the kick and punt return gigs are fully wide open. (more…)

Chris Simms: Baker Mayfield Is 15th-Best QB

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

This should be yet another one of those chips Pro Bowl Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield likes to put on his shoulder. (more…)

‘Tis The Season (To Rank Quarterbacks)

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

Instead of ranking all 32 NFL projected starters, Todd takes a different path and simply discusses the pros and cons of a uniquely interesting group of 13. None of which are considered the best of the best right now, but all of them are currently in the top half of the league’s signal callers. The Todd Wright TODDcast is presented by Brandon Legal Group and Tampa Bay Downs Golf. Click above to listen or to download. Or listen via Podcast Addict, TuneIn and other platforms.

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“Ranting And Raving” About Antoine Winfield

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

Antoine Winfield, Jr.

Was it a career year in 2023 for Antoine Winfield Jr? Or was it a step up to a potential Hall of Fame-worthy career? (more…)

Purchasing Power

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

“Patience, Glazer, let’s see what the pass rush looks like early.”

Some subjects unite Bucs fans.

One is a burning desire for a consistent edge rush. (more…)

Bad Return Game = Bad Team?

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

“Run Micheal, run.”

Ugly, yet interesting stats dug up by noted handicapper turned stathead Warren Sharp this morning are bound to get Bucs fans groaning. (more…)

Todd Bowles: Offseason Has Been Good For Cody Mauch

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

Bigger, stronger.

As Joe pointed out, Bucs right guard Cody Mauch might be pushing 320 pounds based on evidence of what he weighed last year to how much weight he said he’s put on since the end of his rookie season. (more…)

“No One Is Satisfied”

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

“The guy.”

UPDATED: If you think Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield is just satisfied with signing a fat check and finding a new home for at least the next two years, think again. (more…)

SI.com: Kyle Trask No. 21 Backup

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

Ranked.

Hey, at least he’s better than Marcus Mariota. (more…)

It’s The Little Things

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

No slacking.

Something at Bucs practice caught Joe’s eye Tuesday. And it wasn’t even during practice. (more…)

“You’re Never Going To Do It”

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Tristan Wirfs

So four years ago, left tackle Tristan Wirfs weighed 320 pounds. Now he plays at a mean and lean 360 pounds.

The things he and Bucs strongman Luke Goedeke do in the weight room are hard to imagine. (more…)

More Crapping On The Bucs

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Bucs GM Jason Licht.

Joe’s heard rumors that Buccaneers Ring of Honor general manager Jason Licht now has an intern dedicated to filing and organizing all the published and broadcast darts thrown at his team — and his quarterback. (more…)

Todd Bowles Has No (Public) Thoughts On Possible Offseason Changes

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

This could be the final time the NFL hosts OTAs. At least on the field. (more…)

Todd Bowles: K.J. Britt’s Pass Coverage All About The Eyes

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Bucs ILB K.J. Britt.

Bucs coach Todd Bowles doesn’t want to hear any noise about how inside linebacker K.J. Britt isn’t the best in pass coverage. (more…)

Ripe For A Year 3 Breakout

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

BY IRA KAUFMAN

When Liam Coen watches film of Rachaad White, he sees the good, the bad and the possibilities. (more…)

Graham Barton Hype Train Full Steam Ahead

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Dominating underwear football?

OK, Joe really, really, really wants to believe this Graham Barton report from NFL Network’s Sara Walsh. And there is zee-row reason to believe her report is hatched in any way. She’s a strong reporter. (more…)

A Run-Scheming Revelation

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Former Bucs RB Leonard Fournette.

So regular readers know that Joe loves Bucs history, the kind that gets shared years after the fact and sheds light on realities unknown in real-time. (more…)

Cody Mauch Is Pushing 320 Pounds

Tuesday, May 28th, 2024

Right guard Cody Mauch is on a mission.

Man weight is a beautiful thing if you’re a young NFL offensive lineman.

Not so good if you’re a buffet-inhaling, beer-swilling, fried-shrimp-munching, sushi-grazing media slob. (more…)