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Emeka Egbuka Pick Has A Josh Grizzard Component

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

A Tampa Bay Buccaneers photo.

So would the Bucs have handed their first-year, first-time offensive coordinator another prime weapon if they didn’t have extreme confidence he could maximize it? (more…)

Ira Kaufman Looks At Controversial Rondé Barber Comments, Talks Inside Linebacker, Bucky Irving Changes, David Walker Realities & Mysteries, And Much More

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

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“One Of The Smartest Receivers We Have Interviewed”

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

“I swear, Bryan, this kid could fix the marketing department in his spare time.”

So TheAthletic.com pay-per-view site talked to NFL team personnel executives for anonymous, unfiltered opinions on the Bucs’ draft — and the draft of every other NFC team. (more…)

With Rookies Benjamin Morrison And Jacob Parrish, Bucs Might Play More Press Coverage

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

Very few things seem to drive Bucs fans wilder than seeing ol’ Jamel Dean standing 15 yards away from a receiver before a snap and then watch the guy run Scot-free down the field and catch a layup pass for a first down. (more…)

“I Can’t See How This Doesn’t Work Out”

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

Gets love from an up-and-coming analyst.

Joe didn’t come across this guy until maybe a few weeks before the draft. That would be NFL analyst and football content creator Theo Ash. (more…)

“We Just Don’t Want To Deal With Them”

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

“Sorry Bryan, I’m not drafting that dirtbag. You don’t want another Kellen Winslow in your building, do you?”

So earlier this week, Pat McAfee made a big deal about how Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager has not struck out on a player drafted in the first six rounds since the start of the 2019 draft. (more…)

Big Gator

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

Undrafted Bucs defensive tackle Desmond Watson.

Joe already has a nickname for Desmond Watson, the monstrous defensive tackle the Bucs signed as an undrafted free agent. (more…)

Greatest Change For The Bucs’ Offense

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

The 2024 Buccaneer highlight film naturally focused on a big-time offense full of big plays.

The Mayfield Gang was held under 20 points only once last season. The only hiccup came in Week 3, when the Broncos rolled into Raymond James Stadium and administered a humbling 26-7 setback. (more…)

This Week’s Free Stretch Looks At The Bucs’ Draft And Wonders About The Death Of Self-Awareness

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

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“And That’s A Lot Because I’m A Defensive Guy”

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

It seems Todd Bowles stunned the world a month ago. (more…)

Rondé Barber Gives “B” Grade To Bucs’ Cornerbacks Draft 

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

“Jason, those are good grades. Chill out.”

Last week the Bucs drafted cornerbacks in Rounds 2 and 3. The greatest Tampa Bay cornerback of all-time is excited, though not over-the-top crazy about them. (more…)

Todd Bowles Credits Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles loves running the football. (more…)

Why Pete Prisco Loved Bucs Draft

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

More roses for Bucs GM.

It’s weird. Prickly Pete Prisco of CBS made it clear: He wasn’t down with the Bucs drafting Emeka Egbuka. (more…)

Are Mina Kimes And Jason Licht On The Same Page?

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

Gets Bucs’ predicament.

Mina Kimes sort of sympathizes with Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht. (more…)

Jason Licht: It’s The Person, Not The Player

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

Revised scouting method works.

Right about the time Bucco Bruce Arians came to town, Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht figured he had to tear apart his draft philosophy, process and scouting approach and start from scratch. (more…)

Bucs’ Post Draft Win-Loss Total

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

Fewer wins than 2024?

Joe may just have to utilize the gambling device owned by the Seminoles in the free state of Florida after reading the following. (more…)

Emeka Egbuka “Was Top-10 On Our Board”

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

Bucs first-round pick receiver Emeka Egbuka.

The mysterious Buccaneers’ draft-day big board is a notch more clear today. (more…)

Baker Mayfield Treats His New Target To Brunch

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

(Photo courtesy Henry Egbuka Facebook page.)

Baker Mayfield wasted no time getting to know his new target, and hopefully his No. 1 Pro Bowl target of the future. (more…)

Jason Licht Says Benjamin Morrison Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

National TV appearance.

Friday is when Bucs rookies report for rookie minicamp at One Buc Palace. And while the practices are closed to the general public, fans shouldn’t expect Benjamin Morrison to be on the practice fields behind the building. (more…)

Rondé Barber: No Way Benjamin Morrison Gets No. 20

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

“Hey rookie, start worrying about Josh Hayes, instead.”

For the vast majority of Bucs fans, mention the No. 20 and they immediately think of former Bucs corner and Hall of Famer Rondé Barber. (more…)

Bucs Still Uncertain Of Chris Godwin For Week 1

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

More official chatter.

The Bucs sure don’t sound confident Chris Godwin will be on the field in Week 1. (more…)