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Joe Talks Glazer Approach, Jim Harbaugh, Jameis Adjustment & More

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Steve Duemig

Steve Duemig

It was time again for the popular JoeBucsFan Hour with Joe and the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620.

All kinds of topics were on the table. (more…)

“We Got Away From Making The Simple Plays”

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Derrick Brooks speaks, and will speak again at 4 p.m. today.

Derrick Brooks speaks, and will speak again at 4 p.m. today.

At 4 p.m. today on WDAE-AM 620, it’s a pretty sure bet that Hall of Fame linebacker Derrick Brooks will break the “Silence of the Icons.”

But it will not be the first time Brooks will have addressed and summarized Tampa Bay’s challenging 2015 season. (more…)

Jameis’ Success? Thank Doug Martin

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
America's Quarterback can walk thanks to RB Doug Martin.

America’s Quarterback can walk thanks to Doug Martin.

Yes, even for those wearing black arm bands mourning the loss of Lovie Smith, things are looking up at this point in Bucs history. (more…)

Class Move By Mike Evans

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Class move by Bucs WR Mike Evans.

Mike Evans helps a Bucs fan in time of need.

Yes, Joe has been a bit harsh on Bucs wide receiver Mike Evans for his on-field antics. That’s because those stunts with referees helped drag the Bucs down to their 6-10 record. (more…)

Licht Will Want Rookie-Friendly Head Coach

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

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It wasn’t long ago that Bucs general manager and new overlord of football operations Jason Licht raved publicly about Lovie Smith. (more…)

The Glazer-Licht Talent Argument

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

johnthan banks 1010What if Johnthan Banks, Sterling Moore and Alterraun Verner are, in fact, a solid stable of young cornerbacks that was simply misused and deflated by Lovie Smith? (more…)

Dirk Koetter And The Bucs

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Smoke screen?

Smoke screen?

Yes, Joe knows offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter interviewed with the Bucs yesterday. (more…)

Decisions Separate Jameis

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

jameis beamingMan, it’s so damn refreshing to see an analysis of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, that is all about film and nothing about stats. (more…)

The Age Issue

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

grandpa simpson

Joe sometimes finds the way Bucs fans think is, well, interesting. Sometimes puzzling. (more…)

Who Is Scared Of Team Glazer?

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Does Team Glazer frighten you?

Does Team Glazer frighten you?

Great piece of comedy to start the morning, courtesy of the often laughable BSPN. (more…)

Talk Of Bucs Muzzling Jameis Is Baloney

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

Jameis Winston 2Joe couldn’t believe the take from longtime Buccaneers beat writer Rick Stroud on WDAE-AM 620 this morning. (more…)

Not Broke; Don’t Break It

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Don't break it.

Don’t break it.

In an interesting analogy, the offense of the Bucs is like fine china or a delicate glass vase. While not perfect, it’s a nice work of craftsmanship. (more…)

Are Bucs Learning From Tom Coughlin?

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

tom coughlinBack when former rockstar general manager Mark Dominik conducted a Bucs coaching search in 2012, he met with nearly fossilized candidates, such has Mike Sherman and Marty Schottenheimer. (more…)

“He Is A Thermostat Leader”

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Not all ex-Bucs were down on Jameis calling out heartless teammates.

Not all ex-Bucs were down on Jameis calling out heartless teammates.

As the lull in the search to replace former Bucs coach Lovie Smith has arrived, it’s back (for the time being) to talking Bucs football. (more…)

A Third Dance For Lovie?

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

LovieJagsWill Lovie Smith join the ranks of John Fox, Bill Parcells, Dick Vermeil and Norv Turner? (more…)

Eddie Goldman Talks Jameis The Pro

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Eddie Goldman

Jameis Winston felt Bears DT Eddie Goldman

The Bears are all pumped up about the season they got from their rookie defensive tackle Eddie Goldman, the pride of Florida State University and the No. 39 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.

Goldman (4 1/2 sacks) faced his college teammate and friend America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, in the Bucs’ final home game. And Goldman talked to Joe about the experience. (more…)

Evidence Lovie Stepped Aside During Draft

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
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Former Lovie underling and Licht colleague speaks out

Bucs fans love to debate and discuss who really is in charge of the team. (more…)

New Lions GM Lauds Licht

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

New Lions GM Bob Quinn gave Bucs GM Jason Licht a couple of shoutouts.

Remember last week, when Joe brought word from popular sports radio and television personality Adam Schein that Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht has a stellar reputation throughout NFL circles for talent evaluation? (more…)

Interesting Numbers For Jameis

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Comparing America's Quarterback to QBs who have won Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Comparing America’s Quarterback to QBs who won Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Let’s say, just for the helluva it, America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, wins the Offensive Rookie of the Year award. He is a leading candidate, so it is not a stretch. (more…)

Rob Lowe Wants To Coach Bucs

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016
Offers his services to Bucs.

Offers his services to Bucs.

Joe is confident there are candidates trying to fill the opening left left by the dismissal of Lovie Smith we have not heard of yet. (more…)