Archive for 2024

The Unthinkable

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Click on through to shop at BillCurrieFord.com. Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan is ready to help you PERSONALLY and give you the Ira Kaufman discount. Just ask!

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Mike Evans has crafted a Hall of Fame career based on leverage. And boy, does he have some now.

For 10 NFL seasons, Evans has used his size and savvy to box out defenders, capitalizing on an immense catch radius. As free agency approaches, it would appear Evans has the Bucs boxed into a similar corner. (more…)

Franchise Tag Smokescreens

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Joe loves this time of year. It’s when team executives across the NFL are lying profusely, telling half-truths at all times and feeling good about doing it. (more…)

Jameis Talks Playing For Bruce Arians

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

No-risk-it, no-biscuit QB.

When the Bucs flipped from Mr. Entertainment, America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, for the great Tom Brady, Jameis’ exit from the Bucs was clouded in secrecy. (more…)

The Thief Who Lurks In The Shadows

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Mystery suitor?

So who outside the Bucs is after Baker Mayfield? Joe always had a hunch it would be the Dixie Chicks. (more…)

Odds Where Mike Evans Plays In 2024

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Vegas says…

Joe hates to bring this depressing nugget. Alas, Joe lives in the real world and truth isn’t always pleasant. (more…)

Tiquan Underwood Returns To The NFL

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Joe loves when one of the faces of The Lost Decade gets back in the spotlight. (more…)

“You Need To Maximize Dollars And Opportunity”

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Six-time Bucs Pro Bowl defensive tackle Gerald McCoy talks Baker Mayfield.

Joe was intrigued by this take because the guy doing the talking said he spoke to Baker Mayfield multiple times in Las Vegas during Super Bowl week. (more…)

Mike Evans, Bucs Negotiating In Harmony

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Bucs GM Jason Licht.

It seems Mike Evans’ agent or agency hit the “send” button on the email blast. (more…)

Report: Bucs, Mike Evans “Far Apart”

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Contract talks update.

This afternoon there is a deadline for the Bucs and Mike Evans to get a deal done. That looks shaky at best given recent news.

And not, it’s not a final deadline, just an accounting deadline. (more…)

The Bucs And Zack Moss (Part II)

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Competition for Rachaad White?

It’s possible the Bucs will decide to repair their NFL-worst rushing attack by adding a quality running back, a proven performer. (more…)

If Bucs Can Only Bring One Back…

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Radio legend weighs in.

So here is a tough call. (more…)

A Key Day For Mike Evans Arrives

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Possible update today.

Joe has sensed folks are antsy for news on Bucs free agent wide receiver Mike Evans. Perhaps something happens today? (more…)

Rich Gannon Talks To Joe

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Former NFL MVP Rich Gannon.

So while bouncing around the Super Bowl Media Center in Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Joe spoke to three ex-Super Bowl quarterbacks for their takes on pending Bucs free agent quarterback Baker Mayfield. (more…)

What The Bucs Need

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Penn State DE Chop Robinson.

The song one of the best NFL scribes in the land is singing is pure music to Joe’s ears. (more…)

The Second-Tier QBs And Unusual Demand

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

“Look, Mr. Glazer, we’re in terrible position.”

The NFL Network draft guru, Daniel Jeremiah, a former quarterback and NFL team scout, was talking last week about the top two tiers of quarterbacks that will be in April’s NFL Draft. (more…)

“Bro, You Can Break The Bank.”

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

So how good was Bucs second-year defensive tackle Logan Hall last season? (more…)

Why The Bucs Are Getting Little Respect

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

Baker Hate cause of disrespect?

Usually, Joe thinks power rankings are a joke. Rarely will Joe reference power rankings on this here corner of the interwebs. (more…)

Well, This Is One Way To Save Money

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

What could he fetch?

Unless the Bucs want to spend a first-round pick on this position, Joe isn’t confident the following proposed trade would be smart. (more…)

Power Couple

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

Dominant duo.

Forget Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift! The Bucs have a power couple of their own. (more…)