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Evaluating Jameis

Saturday, August 24th, 2019

Sifting through blocking mess.

If Bucs coach Bucco Bruce Arians and his army of assistants are preaching to America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, to start taking care of the ball, it seems the message is getting through. (more…)

Devin White Showed Something

Saturday, August 24th, 2019

Mixed bag Friday.

As Joe noticed other defensive rookies blowing up games this preseason, Joe wondered why Devin White, the No. 5 overall pick, was virtually invisible. (more…)

Enjoy The Valspar With Hooters

Friday, February 13th, 2026

It’s that time of year again, when Tampa Bay’s big PGA Tour event returns. And there’s no better way to watch it than in the Hooters Owl’s Nest.

“He’s My Guy”

Saturday, August 24th, 2019

Former Bucs head coach Dirk Koetter used to say the Bucs had three true No. 1 receivers. (more…)

Taking Heat For Teammates

Saturday, August 24th, 2019

Blocks better than his o-line.

Leaders take blame, even when they are innocent. (more…)

It’s Gay’s Job

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Body language

Tonight appeared to seal the deal, even if it did deliver Bucs fans ugly flashbacks for a few minutes. (more…)

Running Backwards

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

When Bucco Bruce Arians finishes filling out his famous accountability sheets for the Bucs offense against the Browns, Joe hopes there’s one line there in bold type highlighted in red. (more…)

Gabbert Lost With Dislocated Shoulder

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Out

Look for the Bucs to add a quarterback by Sunday morning. (more…)

Not Lost In The Trenches

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

With all due respect to the two sacks notched by reserve and feisty defensive lineman Rakeem Nunez-Roches, the play of Ndamukong Suh on the Bucs defensive line was very encouraging tonight.

If someone finds Carl Nassib, please let him know. (more…)

Offensive Offensive Line

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Joe has more often than not somewhat defended the offensive line because people holler and scream and stomp their feet about it out of reflexive habit, not substance. (more…)

“Damn Good Job”

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Strong game.

No, Bucco Bruce Arians was not talking about the offensive line. (more…)

Ronald Jones Is Not A Kick Returner

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Joe has seen enough and hopefully Bucco Bruce Arians has, as well. (more…)

Deep Ball Blues

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Yes, the Buccaneers’ pass protection tonight collectively looked like a drunk trying to walk a straight line.

But there were times America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, had time for deep shots and he took them. (more…)

Bucs-Browns, Open Thread

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Comment all game long with fellow Bucs fans and a few haters.

It’s fun. It’s annoying. It’s a tradition.

Play nice, please. And stick around after the game for Joe’s award-winning postgame coverage of this almost meaningless preseason game against the Browns.

The Jadeveon Clowney Sweepstakes

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Bucs a potential suitor?

This seems like a no-brainer to Joe. Then again, it likely means it won’t happen. (more…)

Gargantuan Night For Matt Gay

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Despite an impressive training camp and standout field goals in two preseason games, the cold reality for rookie kicker Matt Gay is that his Bucs future could come down to one home game tonight. (more…)

Gameday Tampa Bay

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Preseason Game 3

Browns at Bucs

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m.

TV: WFLA-TV Channel 8; NFL Network. (Game will also be rebroadcast on NFL Network Saturday at 7 a.m. and Tuesday at 10 a.m.) (more…)

Let’s See It!

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Joe and NFL.com want splash plays.

This is going to rankle some, but Joe honestly isn’t out of line here. (more…)

“We Have To Start Treating Jameis Winston Like Peyton Manning”

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

“Get down, Jameis!”

In the eyes of a former Bucs player, if America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, scrambles one more time in preseason, Bucco Bruce Arians needs to bench him until the regular-season opener two weeks from Sunday. (more…)

Ira Talks “The Tastiest Slop,” Depth Concerns, McCoy “Shootin’ His Mouth Off,” Chucky & Antonio Brown, And More

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Gameday on the Ira Kaufman Podcast and a variety of topics are on the table. Enjoy! Today’s podcast is presented by Buffalo Wild Wings, Pin Chasers and Bill Currie Ford.

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