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April Is For Coaches

Monday, April 4th, 2016
How much influence in the draft do assistant coaches, like OL coach Goerge Warhop, wield?

How much draft influence do assistant coaches like OL coach Gerge Warhop wield?

Joe did his very best to ignore the fact that Friday was the first day of April for the obvious, idiotic reasons. It’s the unofficial day to stay off social media. (more…)

Koetter Likes 8-Man Rotation

Monday, April 4th, 2016
Uncertain times for the Bucs' defensive line

Uncertain times for the Bucs’ defensive line

There’s at least one reason Dirk Koetter gently asked his dear friend Marvin Lewis if he could steal pursue 13-year Bengals defensive line coach Jay Hayes, and it has little to do with Hayes miraculously squeezing strong play out of Michael “Ghost” Johnson. (more…)

Vegas Eyeing Fourth-Best Bucs

Monday, April 4th, 2016

ron riveraWhy are the brilliant oddsmaker brains of Las Vegas down on the Buccaneers? (more…)

Mix It Up More

Monday, April 4th, 2016
Perhaps more touches for Charles Sims is a good thing.

Perhaps more touches for Charles Sims is a good thing.

Despite the outrage from Le’Veon Bell, the Bucs had the best one-two punch from running backs last year. That would be Doug Martin and Charles Sims. (more…)

Sorry Lack Of Research

Monday, April 4th, 2016
BSPN displayed a frightening lack of research discussing former Bucs QB Josh McCown and current backup QB Mike Glennon,

BSPN displayed a frightening lack of research discussing former Bucs QB Josh McCown and current backup QB Mike Glennon,

It just blows Joe’s mind how folks can be paid six- (seven?) figures to talk football, and do next to no research. But that is what Joe should expect from BSPN. (more…)

“Showing That You’re Respect Worthy”

Sunday, April 3rd, 2016
Clinton McDonald

Clinton McDonald

Bucs defensive tackle Clinton McDonald, bearer of a Seahawks Super Bowl ring, was called the “glue” of the Tampa Bay defense last year by Lovie Smith. (more…)

Will Licht Follow Andy Reid/Bill Belicheat Path?

Sunday, April 3rd, 2016
Don't rule out drafting a quarterback

Don’t rule out drafting a quarterback

Now that general manager Jason Licht is disconnected from former Bucs overlord Lovie Smith, will Licht’s core blossom in a different direction? (more…)

Mike Evans’ Rebound Needed

Sunday, April 3rd, 2016
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Needs more TDs.

The depth of the Bucs’ receiving corps is nearly as empty as the finished glass of Bud Light Joe just killed at Hooters. No, the foam doesn’t count. (more…)

NFL Trolling Bucs Fans

Sunday, April 3rd, 2016
The Shield is playing mental games with Bucs fans.

The Shield is playing mental games with Bucs fans.

Joe stayed off Twitter virtually all day Friday because Joe knew, just knew, there would be arseholes putting out fake information.

Joe would just like to horsewhip these people. (more…)

Glennon Trade Odds Fading Fast

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016

Winston Glennon

Those who assumed a great quarterback guru like John Elway wanted to trade for Mike Glennon to replace Peyton Manning/Brock Osweiler are in for a rough night. (more…)

Would Licht Dare Draft Roberto Aguayo On Day 2?

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016
Full of nerve and surprises

Full of nerve and surprises

If there’s one thing Bucs fans can take to the bank, it’s that their general manager has a hefty set of balls.

There are many examples. (more…)

Koetter: Grimes Education Starts In April

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016
The Bucs' head coach talks spring lessons

The Bucs’ head coach talks spring lessons

The influence of the Bucs’ new four-time Pro Bowler, Brent Grimes, should go far beyond what he does on Sundays this year.

Joe asked Dirk Koetter about this last week at the NFL Owners Meetings. (more…)

Score 24 Points A Game

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016
Still molding Jameis.

Still molding Jameis.

One of many stories Joe heard about the recruitment — if you want to call it that — of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, occurred at the Florida State pro day about a year ago. (more…)

Former Bucs WR Preston Parker Jailed

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016
preston parker

Former Bucs WR pinched.

Remember former Bucs receiver Preston Parker? Well, it looks like he may also be remembered as a jailbird. (more…)

Kevin Dodd And The Bucs

Friday, April 1st, 2016
This week's s(p)it-against-the-wall guesswork from NFL.com has the Bucs selecting a Clemson DE.

This week’s s(p)it-against-the-wall guesswork from NFL.com has the Bucs selecting a Clemson DE.

Joe did a quick Google search for mock drafts, against common sense, and was shocked by how many folks believe the Bucs will draft Florida cornerback Vernon Hargreaves. (more…)

Joe Will Pay Your Taxes

Friday, April 1st, 2016
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Joe pledges to assist the winner of a new official Buccaneers sweepstakes

Joe absolutely did a triple take when reading the fine print on your Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ newest promotion. (more…)

Unwanted

Friday, April 1st, 2016
"Hire me, please."

“Hire me, please.”

This is no April Fools’ joke. In fact, Joe would like to chainwhip the arseholes who pull these pranks. Only the lowest of the low websites would ever post false stories. (more…)

Joel Glazer Is Every Fan

Friday, April 1st, 2016
Joe talks to Bucs owner Joel Glazer about his fandom

Joe talks to Bucs owner Joel Glazer about his fandom

So you think you’re more of a hardcore fan than Buccaneers co-chairman Joel Glazer.

Think again. (more…)

Koetter Addresses Doug Martin Fumbling Woes

Friday, April 1st, 2016
Coach says Martin needs more coaching

Coach says Martin needs more coaching

Yes, the Bucs made it rain on their running back to the tune an eight-figure guaranteed contract, despite his emerging issues coughing up the rock. (more…)

Dirk Koetter’s Magic, Disturbing Number

Friday, April 1st, 2016

KoetterfrownWe all know Dirk Koetter is no stats guy and loathes spreadsheets, so it was noteworthy when the Bucs head coach volunteered a rarely-heard number last week. (more…)

Why J.R. Sweezy?

Friday, April 1st, 2016
Questions lurk with some.

Questions persist

Joe hadn’t seen such crying since chicks reacted to “Titanic” when it premiered in theaters. (more…)