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T.J. Ward Wonders How John Harbaugh Got Fired But Todd Bowles Did Not

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Not a Todd Bowles fan.

In a recent edition of “The Arena: Gridiron,” former Bucs cornerback Aqib Talib and former NFL quarterback Cody Kessler agreed that with three division titles under his belt, Todd Bowles both earned and deserved to return for a fifth season leading the Bucs. (more…)

Next Offensive Coordinator Should Be Serious Head Coach Material

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Team Glazer huddles with Buccaneers GM Jason Licht.

Perhaps Joe is simply stating the obvious in the headline. But if it’s not obvious, the Bucs, if they fail to win in 2026, should want to get off the offensive coordinator carousel. (more…)

What Are Lavonte David’s Plans?

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Talks “daddy mode.”

Bucs iconic linebacker Lavonte David really doesn’t know if he has a future as an NFL player. That doesn’t mean he can’t play, but he’s not sure if he wants to. (more…)

The 2026 Bucs Season Could Be A Turning Point

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

“Mr. Glazer, you really should watch Dante Moore’s tape against Iowa.”

Joe is a football fan, not an NFL elitist or a college football purist. Joe likes football. Period. So “this Joe” pays as much attention to college and NFL equally. (more…)

Morning Cup Of Joe

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Welcome to your Morning Cup of Joe, an eye-opener to help Joe’s readers ease into their busy workday with a few football links, wacky news and a pleasant distraction. (more…)

Mike McDaniel Will Be At One Buc Palace This Week

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Friday interview scheduled.

You want to know who the serious candidates are for Bucs offensive coordinator? How did they interview? (more…)

Rachaad White: “Let’s Just Be A Man Of Our Word”

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Rachaad White was not the happiest Bucs camper in his final weeks of this season.

He was not a bitter worker; he was just eager to move on from Tampa Bay.

Too much floating around by teammates? It was more than that. (more…)

“It Had To Happen”

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Not a scapegoat, radio host says.

Joe has no idea if it was a chemistry thing or what. But when have you seen a team lose its best players on offense and when those players got healthy, the offense fell off the map? (more…)

The Question Is, “Why?”

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield.

Joe is pretty confident the Bucs know exactly why. So what are they going to do about it? (more…)

If These Predictions Come True, Todd Monken Could Be Had By The Bucs

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Todd Monken.

This week, the Bucs are scheduled to interview former Bucs wide receivers coach and offensive coordinator Todd Monken as a full-time offensive coordinator. (more…)

Aqib Talib On Todd Bowles: “This Is Not A Bad Resume”

Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Defends Todd Bowles.

Former Bucs cornerback Aqib Talib doesn’t want to hear any smack on Todd Bowles. (more…)

“Here We Go… Buccaneers?”

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Free agent.

And the shoe just dropped. (more…)

Todd Monken Will Interview For Open Playcaller Gig

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Next OC?

As he did in 2023, Todd Monken will interview later this week for the Bucs’ open offensive coordinator job. (more…)

Rondé Barber: Lack Of “Elite” Coaching Has Hurt Bucs Defense For Years

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Here’s an interesting, detailed and somewhat confusing take on the Tampa Bay defense by legendary Bucs cornerback Rondé Barber. (more…)

Eight Is Not Enough

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Todd continues to monitor all eight NFL head coaching openings and knows that number will change soon. The Todd Wright TODDcast is presented by Heads and Tails and Brandon Legal Group. Click above to listen or to download. Or listen via Podcast Addict, iHeartRadio, TuneIn and other platforms.

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Building A Tackling Defense

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Teaches tackling.

Joe knows former Bucs scout, Jets linebackers coach and front office suit Pat Kirwan, the current co-host of the best damn football-only radio show, “Movin’ the Chains,” always gripes about the following on his SiriusXM-exclusive platform. (more…)

Todd Bowles Evaluates Tight End Position

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Despite missing a game this season due to injury, tight end Cade Otton ran the fourth-most routes in the NFL at his position.

He was an extremely busy man in the passing game for a Bucs team that ranked 15th in the league in pass attempts. (more…)

The Game The Bucs Never Recovered From

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Worst 2025 moment?

It was so bad, even the opposing coach pitied the Bucs. (more…)