Archive for the ‘FHR’ Category

“Reaching For A Kicker Was A Little Much”

Wednesday, May 4th, 2016
Roberto Aguayo

Ex-Bucs star weighs in

A former Tampa Bay Buccaneers captain, Pro Bowler and first-round draft pick isn’t smiling about the second-round selection of kicker Roberto “El Asesino” Aguayo. (more…)

Lack Of Height Overblown

Thursday, April 28th, 2016
Tall enough.

Tall enough.

Already, a lot of Bucs fans are whining that new cornerback Vernon Hargreaves, listed at 5-11, is too short to play in the NFL. (more…)

Now What?

Thursday, April 28th, 2016
Rough couple of months for Alterraun Verner and Johnthan Banks.

Rough couple of months for Alterraun Verner and Johnthan Banks, culminating in tonight’s drafting of Gators cornerback Vernon Hargreaves in the first round.

Johnthan Banks and Alterraun Verner had one tough offseason.

It’s been all downhill since their relief when the Bucs fired Coach My Scheme. (more…)

Your Buccaneers’ 2016 Schedule

Thursday, April 14th, 2016

BucsfansIt’s here!! (more…)

Licht Troubles The Best Available Mob

Thursday, April 14th, 2016
Bucs GM Jason Licht

Bucs GM Jason Licht

A recent JoeBucsFan.com poll revealed 29.01 percent of readers here think the Bucs should draft the best available player regardless of position.

Joe can’t understand these people, and general manager Jason Licht isn’t one of them. (more…)

Rams-Titans Blockbuster Helps & Hurts Bucs

Thursday, April 14th, 2016
Falling?

Falling?

There’s lots of good Bucs news between the lines of this morning’s massive Rams-Titans trade. (more…)

Another Twist In The Glennon Trade Pretzel

Wednesday, April 13th, 2016

Winston Glennon

Will the Bucs execute a draft-day trade for Mike Glennon in 15, 16 or 17 short days, or will they be stubborn and cling to a him like a toddler cradling his last sip of apple juice? (more…)

Bruce Arians Salutes Bucs

Wednesday, March 30th, 2016
Likes how Bucs develop rookie o-linemen.

Likes how Bucs develop rookie o-linemen.

In case you haven’t noticed, the spread offense is doing more to kill the NFL than all the bubblewrap/PC/soccer mom crowd ever could in the hysterical War on Football. (more…)

Recruiting Jameis

Tuesday, March 29th, 2016
Luring free agent studs.

Luring free agent studs.

Early in free agent season, Joe wondered aloud what happened to the magic of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, and his ability to lure prospective players to the Bucs. (more…)

NFL Network Snub Outrages Kwon

Sunday, March 27th, 2016
Rightly irked at NFL Network.

Rightly irked at NFL Network.

Kwon Alexander sure likes to find reasons to become incensed.

Joe follows him on social media and every once in a while, Kwon springs to life writing something like, “Keep doubting and you will pay!” (more…)

Clear Clash With A Lovie Philosophy

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016
Koetterfrown

A sharp contrast emerges on training camp philosophy

The more Joe gets to know Dirk Koetter, the more clear it is that Koetter will not be “staying the course.” (more…)

Joel Glazer Explains What Sold Him On Jameis

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2016
Joe talks to Team Glazer at the NFL Owners Meetings

Joe talks to Team Glazer at the NFL Owners Meetings

Joe and Buccaneers co-chairman Joel Glazer dove deep into a variety of subjects this evening at the NFL Owners Meetings in Boca Raton.

Of course, America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, was a huge focal point. (more…)

“All I Know Is We Couldn’t Afford Him”

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2016
RexRyan

Joe, stop asking me Bucs questions.”

Joe is live at the NFL Owners Meetings Boca Raton and just finished the frenzied roundtable breakfast with AFC Coaches.

Of course, it’s always fun to talk Bucs with Bills head coach Rex Ryan. (more…)

Corners Slap Down Lovie

Thursday, March 17th, 2016
Two of Lovie's former corners open up.

Two of Lovie’s former corners open up.

So now it is out in the open.

Unrest was in the ranks of Bucs defenders under former coach and de factor defensive coordinator Lovie Smith. They are now coming out of the darkness. (more…)

Stop Insulting Team Glazer With “Victim” Talk

Wednesday, March 16th, 2016

Glazers2013Joe can’t believe the nonsense-peddling circulating around town.

The latest edition comes from columnist Tom Jones of the Tampa Bay Times. (more…)

Miko: Jameis Is “Family”

Monday, March 14th, 2016
Jameis worked his charisma.

Jameis worked his charisma.

For a while there, with so many free agents visiting One Buc Palace last week yet leaving empty handed and signing elsewhere, Joe began to wonder where that killer recruiter was. (more…)

Chief Defensive End Scout

Sunday, March 13th, 2016
The new Bucs' front man

The new Bucs’ front man

Yet again, the Buccaneers sent new defensive line coach Jay Hayes to a “pro day.”

It’s a trend standing out on the NFL landscape. (more…)

Sweezy Confirms He’s The New Left Guard

Thursday, March 10th, 2016
The Bucs' new starting guard speaks

The Bucs’ new starting guard speaks

New Bucs guard J.R. Sweezy emerged for local media today after signing his shiny new contract.

Some details on his new job were cleared up. (more…)

Bucs Wave Goodbye To D-Tackle Depth

Wednesday, March 9th, 2016
Unwanted?

Unwanted?

Barring a bizarre twist from the football gods, the Bucs will let two defensive tackles walk at 3:59 p.m. (more…)

Now A Hole At OLB

Wednesday, March 9th, 2016
Could LB Bruce Carter be brought back? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

Could LB Bruce Carter be brought back? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

Now that the Bucs failed to extend an offer to previously restricted free agent and strongside linebacker Danny Lansanah, it sure appears that the Bucs may be looking for a new linebacker (along with a defensive end). (more…)