Influence or not?

Big decision for free agent sackmeister and current Bucs linebacker Shaq Barrett. (more…)

The dissection of Jameis Winston’s 30 interceptions this season continues.

One thing remains certain, however you carve them up, America’s Quarterback racked up a shameful total worthy of scorn, disbelief and distrust. (more…)

A delicious plate of Hooters wings and their great salads, sandwiches and shrimp make for a heck of a lunch or dinner! Get it done! Locations are across the Bay area and online ordering is always easy from Joe’s great friends.

Mike Evans blew his hamstring when he caught an early touchdown pass against the Colts on Dec. 8.

As a result, he’s got a different approach this winter. (more…)

Which QB fits?

A whole lot of folks believe if Bucs coach Bucco Bruce Arians has lost patience with Mr. Entertainment, America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, then new Florida resident Philip Rivers (living some 6.5 hours away from One Buc Palace) is a perfect fit. (more…)

Mad respect for Bucs LB.

It is really a stone in Joe’s shoe how badly Lavonte David is dissed year after year by the so-called football experts who annually ignore his strong play and rarely award him a Pro Bowl nod. (more…)

Year in review.

You hear that, the silence? Kind of loud, isn’t it? (more…)

A Jason Licht player ID’ed.

Yeah, you likely never heard the name before, Ben Bartch. Joe didn’t until last night. (more…)

In late November on national radio, Bucco Bruce Arians talked about how a guy getting 16 sacks in a season is good enough production to earn him between $16 million and $20 million per season. (more…)

Another fresh column from The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports. Ira’s good friend, Bill Currie Ford general manager Sean Sullivan, will personally help you get the best value on your next vehicle purchase. Just ask for him.

BY IRA KAUFMAN

This silver anniversary comes with the highs and lows of a typical marriage. (more…)

They’re buzzing in Alabama about generosity from America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. (more…)

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Shaq Barrett with a young fan at Pro Bowl practice today

The Bucs’ 19 1/2-sack man, Shaq Barrett, soaked up his first taste of Pro Bowl glory this morning at Disney World.

And yes, he talked money. (more…)

Former NFL QB explains.

In the mind of a former NFL starting quarterback, if veteran and soon-to-be free agent quarterback Philip Rivers leaves the Chargers, his best landing spot is Tampa Bay. (more…)

Tarnished NFL image?

Is Tampa starting to get a reputation for being a bad place for NFL players to be? (more…)

Chance to confirm or deny.

Yes, the NFL world is going gaga over news that veteran Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, whose contract expires in a couple of weeks, uprooted his family to move to Florida’s Panhandle to be closer to his family in Alabama (and save untold thousands of dollars in taxes). (more…)

Many reasons “Why not?”

Joe brings you this break in Philip Rivers-moves-to-Destin coverage to bring a pipe dream floated by Bleacher Report. (more…)

Still in his prime and dominant on a 2008 Ravens team that just lost in the NFC Championship game, legendary linebacker Ray Lewis was allowed to test the 2009 free agency market. (more…)

The annual special teams report is in from longtime Hall of Fame voter Rick Gosselin, who legitimately can call himself a Bill Belicheat adviser,

And the Bucs rang the bell with the worst 2019 unit in the NFL. (more…)

Bet on QB landing spot.

Man, Joe cannot believe all the heavy panting over a guy that just wanted legal relief from getting stripped naked by taxes. (more…)

Record-holder.

Yeah, the Bucs offense didn’t always pass the eye test in 2019. But damn if it didn’t rack up the yards and points. (more…)