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Mike Smith, Lavonte David And “Great F.B.I.”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016

LavontePro3The Buccaneers’ new defensive coordinator weighed in on all things Tampa Bay after practice today. (more…)

Kwon: GMC Is A Monster

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
"Blowing up."

“Blowing up.”

This is going to make the anti-Gerald McCoy rabble squirm in their seats as if they have irritable bowel syndrome. (more…)

“It Was Like Watching A 7-on-7”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
Indirectly calls out Lovie Smith.

Indirectly calls out Lovie Smith.

Yesterday was a treat watching NFL Network as the outfit broadcast live from Bucs training camp. (more…)

“He’s Going To Be A Dog”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
Talking Vernon Hargreaves.

Talking Vernon Hargreaves.

High praise with an unusual analogy for a Bucs rookie — from the “Jameis of the defense.” (more…)

Koetter: “They’re Never Getting Bullshitted By Me. I Promise You That.”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016

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So what’s it like to work for Dirk Koetter? (more…)

“You Could See That It Was Our First Time”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
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Ali Marpet speaks

The Buccaneers cut practice short about 45 minutes today because of thunderstorms, but there was enough time on the field for Ali Marpet to assess “sloppy” play. (more…)

Demar Dotson Making Statement

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
High praise from head coach.

High praise from head coach.

There is no player Joe enjoys talking to more than big ol’ Demar Dotson. Dude is as friendly as there is and is always up for a good chat and seems to perpetually wear a smile on his face. (more…)

Countdown To Canton

Thursday, August 4th, 2016

Remember to visit the new BalzerFootball.com. It’s a little brother site of JoeBucsFan.com manned by esteemed Pro Football Hall of Fame selector and voter Howard Balzer, a veteran of all forms of media and a regular voice heard on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

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Balzer is a true expert on all things NFL, one of the very best in the business. Things are just getting rolling at BalzerFootball.com. Howard is pumping out all kinds of NFL goodies prior to Hall festivities in Canton this week. Howard continued his Countdown To Canton today with a personal story.

Receivers Coach: “Mike Is Wound Pretty Tight”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
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Anxious

New Bucs offensive coordinator/wide receivers coach Todd Monken let it rip during an interview yesterday. (more…)

The Man Can Catch

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
Bucs RB Charles Sims pulled off a rare feat Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Bucs RB Charles Sims can sure catch. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Dirk Koetter says he wants to get backup running back Charles Sims the ball a little more. No problem with that. (more…)

“Don’t Think Anybody Is More Excited Than Me”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
"Excited" about influx of talent.

“Excited”

Joe has described a new vibe about the Bucs over the past few months that he can’t quite put a finger on. (more…)

“He Was In The Tank For A Few Days”

Thursday, August 4th, 2016
Shaken

Shaken and stirred

Another unfiltered admission was delivered by Dirk Koetter yesterday.

Bravo! Joe’s loving the head coach’s approach to the media, which reflects his great respect for Bucs fans. (more…)

Joe Talks Koetter Candor, Overworking Jameis, McCoy’s Confidence, Downgraded ASJ, Vitale Mancrushes, Defensive Changes & More

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
The Big Dog, Steve Duemig

The Big Dog, Steve Duemig

Joe was back in the steel cage with The Big Dog, Steve Duemig, the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio on WDAE-AM 620.

The JoeBucsFan.com Hour was diving into all things training camp. (more…)

“One Team”

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
Live this morning on NFL Network.

Live this morning on NFL Network.

Yes, NFL Network was at One Buc Palace today broadcasting live from Bucs training camp. (more…)

Koetter On ASJ: He’s Gotta Play Better

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
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Falling behind

Is Austin Seferian-Jenkins going to have a job with the Buccaneers on opening day? (more…)

Credible Glennon Trade Rumblings Downgraded

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
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Joe’s got an update from One Buc Palace

UPDATE 2:55 p.m.: Cue the Mike Glennon Mob! There favorite son is back in the news — in big D. (more…)

Day 6 Training Camp Notes & Observations

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016

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Updated: 10:35 a.m. Joe’s pounding the turf at One Buc Palace to bring you all kinds of notes and nuggets from today’s Day 6 training camp practice. Dive in. The meat is fresh.

Rough day for America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. (more…)

Jameis Calls Out Cameron Brate

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016

JameisweatJoe’s always in search of the read-between-the-lines moment, and one was delivered Monday by America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. (more…)

Hands On/Hands Off

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016

vincent jackson and mike evansJoe’s got fresh video of wide receivers coach/offensive coordinator Todd Monken getting fired up in an early-morning drill at One Buc Palace. (more…)

“That’s Only When You Have The First Two”

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
Not a real No. 3 receiver? Rick Stroud is highly skeptical.

Not a real No. 3 receiver?

Veteran Bucs beat writer Rick Stroud sounded quite agitated while analyzing Dirk Koetter’s firm declaration of Adam Humphries winning the No. 3 wide receiver job. (more…)

“That Bully-Like Atmosphere With Him”

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016
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Right tackle Demar Dotson talks about the bully on the Bucs defense

Healthy turf-claiming is happening at One Buc Palace, and it’s riling up a few of the troops. (more…)