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BY IRA KAUFMAN

You either succumb to pressure or you embrace the challenge.

On Sunday, the Bucs gave pressure a big old bear hug en route to a 20-6 victory against punchless Tennessee. What pressure? Glad you asked.

Had the Titans prevailed, the Bucs would have been heading to California trying to avoid their first 6-game losing streak since the 2-14 debacle of 2014.

That’s pressure.

A defense that was ravaged by C.J. Stroud at Houston needed to rebound in a big way against another rookie quarterback, especially since Todd Bowles called on his unit to display professional pride.

That’s pressure.

And speaking of pressure, that’s what spelled the difference against Will Levis, who rarely had an opportunity to feel comfortable in the pocket. Bowles dialed up an ultra-aggressive blitzing scheme that shook, rattled and rolled Levis into a QB rating of 53.3. (more…)

Bucs GM Jason Licht.

Joe always pays close attention when general manager Jason Licht starts naming names. (more…)

Calijah Kancey explains.

Bucs rookie Calijah Kancey may not have blown up today. That doesn’t mean the Titans’ offense didn’t feel him. (more…)

Real threat — in pass game.

Rachaad White’s streak came to an end today. But you can bet he won’t be crying in his pillow. (more…)

First interception of 2023.

A couple of weeks ago, Bucs coach Todd Bowles, who enjoys some good sarcasm, remarked how defensive lineman Will Gholston had more interceptions (one) than his starting secondary. (more…)

No need to fret.

So Mike Alstott Tristan Wirfs was robbed of glory today. He is more pained about that than anything else. (more…)

Joe confirmed with a Buccaneers player in the locker room what was revealed on today’s Bucs-Titans game broadcast on CBS. (more…)

All smiles today.

Boy, what a difference a win makes. (more…)

Todd Bowles got into the minds of his players.

Fans love to compare performances of teams against common opponents, especially when it’s in back-to back weeks.

It’s not fair, but it can be relevant and it’s certainly interesting. (more…)

It came in the fourth quarter with the game already decided — after another quality performance from the Bucs’ iconic 33-year-old linebacker. (more…)

More history nears.

What a monster day for the greatest receiver in Buccaneers history!

Yeah, the drops came. Last Joe checked, Tom Brady threw his share of ugly interceptions in big games (see Green Bay), and Michael Jordan banked a few foul shots, as well. (more…)

Joe wants to issue a hearty “Welcome back!” to the Buccaneers defense.

What a difference a week makes!

Finally, Todd Bowles and friends put the clamp down on a rookie quarterback, breaking a four-game streak of rookie QBs eating their lunch. (more…)

The march to the Super Bowl starts now. Hey, don’t rip Joe’s optimism.

Must-win game against the Titans is here. Comment all game long with fellow fans (and a few haters) below. Play nice. No need to attack anyone except the referees.

Go Bucs!!!!

Joe has a minor fear entering today’s game against the Titans, and it has nothing to do with watching the Bucs hand off to a running back. (more…)

“Freak.”

Tristan Wirfs is a freak. That’s no revelation from Joe. (more…)

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

In some seasons you can point to something happening at a certain point in the calendar that is a catalyst for a team either turning the corner toward dominance or falling off a cliff. (more…)

Monster task today.

Former Bucs guard Ian Beckles had an interesting thing to say about current Bucs guard Cody Mauch. (more…)

Game 9

Titans (3-5) at Bucs (3-5) 

Kickoff: 1 p.m.

TV: CBS (WTSP-TV Channel 10 locally) with Andrew Catalon, Tiki Barber, Matt Ryan and AJ Ross.

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Joe is sure at least one great thing will happen to the Buccaneers tomorrow. (more…)

One number that emerged from the Houston Horror on Sunday is especially hard to stomach for those who understand how NFL teams are dead without a pass rush. (more…)

Data tells a story.

Last year, Bucs sacks king Shaq Barrett was in his eighth game of the season when he blew out his Achilles and landed on injured reserve. (more…)

Excellent receiving number.

Spending time at One Buc Palace and listening to folks talk, Joe may have detected an angle in which the Bucs may try to get Mike Evans and Chris Godwin the ball more. (more…)