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Lavonte David Did It The Hard Way

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026

Class.

Yesterday was a sad day, but damn, Joe never thought he’d hear a farewell speech like the one Lavonte David gave yesterday as he bid the NFL goodbye after 14 years with the Bucs. (more…)

Have Your Say!

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

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Lavonte David Couldn’t “Find A Motivation Factor”

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Health was not much of a factor in Lavonte David’s retirement decision, the Bucs legend explained today on WDAE radio. (more…)

Lavonte David Versus The World

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

A CBS Sports graphic.

CBS Sports is pounding the drumbeat for Lavonte David to get a bust in Canton. (more…)

Mike Evans’ Decision To Leave Did Not Influence Lavonte David’s Retirement

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Lavonte David hangs with Donovan Smith and Tykee Smith today at One Buc Palace.

It had to be asked. Joe was glad to be able to squeeze in the final question Lavonte David ever took as a Bucs player in a sidebar with David this afternoon at One Buc Palace. (more…)

Bucs Fans Fueled Lavonte David’s Drive To Succeed

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Motivated Lavonte David.

Sad day at One Buc Palace today as Lavonte David officially waved goodbye to the NFL. (more…)

Lavonte David And His Hall Of Fame Future

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

After retiring today, legendary Bucs linebacker Lavonte David will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2031. (more…)

Emotional Day At One Buc Palace For Bucs Icon Lavonte David

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Bucs icon Lavonte David bids the NFL goodbye.

It was a day no Bucs fan wanted to see, but we all knew it was coming. (more…)

The Lavonte David Farewell Address

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Joe doesn’t post YouTube videos in this space for a variety of reasons. But today is an exception.

Shortly after 2 p.m. this afternoon, Lavonte David took to the Buccaneers auditorium stage and announced his retirement. He talked about his life growing up, his deceased parents, family, teammates and more. He cried. He smiled. He was filled with gratitude. It’s all below.

Best In Class Breaks Down 2026 Inside Linebacker Prospects

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Inside linebacker is definitely on the minds of Bucs fans! Tampa Bay signed two, lost one and another is needed. Draft guru Sean Sullivan dives into his draft rankings at the position — and why. Enjoy!

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Lavonte David Will Retire Today

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Fourteen seasons of Buccaneers greatness have come to an end.

This afternoon at One Buc Palace, legendary Bucs linebacker Lavonte David will announce his retirement. (more…)

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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

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Lavonte David To Host Rare Press Conference

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Announcement likely this afternoon.

Joe understands how folks could put two-and-two together and come to the conclusion that the signing of veteran linebacker Christian Rozeboom meant the end of Lavonte David, the Bucs iconic linebacker. (more…)

Risky, But Can Bucs Afford To Be Picky?

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Still out there.

Beggars can’t be choosers. That’s the way Joe looks at the Bucs’ edge rush. (more…)

If Logan Hall Balls Out In Houston…

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Terrible look if Logan Hall breaks through in Houston.

Two things jumped out at Joe with Logan Hall speaking for the time as a member of the Texans. (more…)

Thoughts On New Bucs Linebacker Christian Rozeboom

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

New Bucs ILB Christian Rozeboom brings more passion to the LB room.

Two down, one to go. (more…)

PFF: If The Bucs Need To Trade Up, Who Could Be Bait?

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

The PFF tribe speaks.

Joe is a huge fan of Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles. But as Joe has typed for months, Joe isn’t sure how in the world Styles gets past Dallas. (more…)

Bucs Sign Linebacker Christian Rozeboom

Monday, March 23rd, 2026

The pipeline from the 2021 Rams Super Bowl team to the Panthers to the Buccaneers has re-opened. (more…)

Logan Hall Speaks Out

Monday, March 23rd, 2026

“The Bucs’ first pick in the 2022 NFL Draft has a new team.”

Former Bucs defensive tackle Logan Hall is a new member of the Texans and met the Houston media late last week.

Joe was intrigued by Hall’s choice of the word “monotony” and him noting he expects more playmaking opportunities with Houston. (more…)

Retired Steelers Greats Salute Kenneth Gainwell

Monday, March 23rd, 2026

Steelers great James Harrison.

New Bucs running back Kenneth Gainwell earned a very high level of respect in a hurry during his lone Steelers season last year. (more…)

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Monday, March 23rd, 2026

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Let’s not lose sight of what really happened to the 2025 Buccaneers. (more…)