Evan Smith Released
August 10th, 2019
No longer with Bucs.
It seems the Bucs have parted ways with a veteran offensive lineman. [read more]
Bucs Game Feed: Fail
August 10th, 2019
Video streaming issues aplenty.
Joe will chalk it up to the first time at-bat. Opening night jitters. [read more]
The Bruce Arians Show
August 10th, 2019
Pulls no punches.
Man, Joe is going to enjoy this Bruce Arians. [read more]
Justin Evans Near Comeback
August 10th, 2019
Return near.
After a series of injuries to defensive backs, the Bucs find themselves in a market for safeties after the first preseason game concluded last night. [read more]
The Speed Upgrade, The 10-1 Gap & Final Days?
August 10th, 2019
Rough night
Joe’s noted a handful of stuff out of last night’s preseason opener, and there is plenty more to over/under react to. [read more]
It’s A Post-Preseason Opener Recap Edition Of The Free Stretch
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It’s a rare postgame version of The Free Stretch podcast, and Bobby’s got all kinds Bucs thoughts from last night’s action in Pittsburgh. Presented by Bill Currie Ford, home of the nationwide lifetime warranty on new and used vehicles, The Free Stretch is always a good and thoughtful time. Follow host Bobby Fenton on Twitter, @bobbygameday and enjoy. An intense Buccaneers fan from his days in the womb, Bobby always keeps it interesting!
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PRESENTED BY BILL CURRIE FORD
For 2 years — 2 freakin’ years — The Free Stretch has been right here at JoeBucsFan.com after being heard on several radio stations dating back to 2006. Bobby also hosted a national show on Sporting News Radio. [read more]
Arians Calls Out Defenders
August 10th, 2019
Points fingers.
What Bucco Bruce Arians called a “perfect drive” wasn’t enough to make him forget awful defensive plays. [read more]
“It Was A Perfect Drive”
August 10th, 2019
First drive an eye-opener.
Man, it was a beautiful thing to watch. And it was too long in coming. [read more]
Versatile And Nearly Flawless
August 9th, 2019
First down machine.
It’s no surprise, at least not to Joe, to see the Bucs’ offense march down the field on any opponent. [read more]
No Issue With Offensive Line
August 9th, 2019
Impressed early.
It seems a sect of Bucs fans have a favorite hobby: Holler about the offensive line. [read more]
Can One Play Secure A Job?
August 9th, 2019
Enough to stick? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)
Though the Bucs running backs showed good signs tonight, Joe isn’t ready to anoint the team as a ground-and-pound outfit. [read more]
Tale Of Two Pass Rushes
August 9th, 2019
Play No. 2 for the Buccaneers defense tonight featured Vernon Hargreaves getting torched on a 49-yard connection between immortal Steelers gunslinger Josh Dobbs and wide receiver James Washington. [read more]
Mission Accomplished
August 9th, 2019
Operation Revive RoJo has moved on to Phase 2.
Yes, Ronald Jones looked like an NFL running back tonight in Pittsburgh. [read more]
Gay Makes History?
August 9th, 2019
Records record on first kick.
[UPDATE: 10:19 p.m.] Joe will wait for official word but rookie kicker Matt Gay may have made history in Heinz Field moments ago. [read more]
Bucs At Steelers, Open Thread
August 9th, 2019
OK Bucs fans, this is your time to get warmed up for the regular season just like the Bucs. Bang it here below all night with your comments, insight and rage about the Bucs as the preseason opens.
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Do Not Be A “Homer” In Fantasy Football
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In this edition of The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast, Todd discusses the inevitable role of “Homers” and how they impact a fantasy draft. Todd also discloses a simple reason why he does not carry more than one player from his favorite NFL team on any of his fantasy teams. The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast is presented
Hooters.
Hooters.
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No Surgery For Vea; Extended Absence Expected
August 9th, 2019
MRI results are in.
[UPDATE: 1:57 p.m.] Bucs fans can breathe easier. [read more]
Training Camp Impressions From Derrick Brooks & Ira Kaufman; It’s Another TAMPA TWO!
August 9th, 2019Presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating, it’s another fine episode of TAMPA TWO, a production of The Identity Tampa Bay and JoeBucsFan.com. Enjoy!
Gameday Tampa Bay
August 9th, 2019
Preseason Game 1
Bucs at Steelers
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m.
TV: WFLA-TV Channel 8, NFL Network. [read more]
Baby Steps, Big Boy Opportunities
August 9th, 2019
Watch the Bucs-Steelers preseason opener TONIGHT with Ira Kaufman at Buffalo Wild Wings in Wesley Chapel, just east of I-75.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
JoeBucsFan.com columnist
Don’t blink or you’ll miss the headliners. [read more]
Ronde Barber Talks Super Bowl Difference
August 9th, 2019
“Jason, coaching can change a lot.”
Buccaneers legend Ronde Barber has known new head Bucco Bruce Arians since he was a kid. Arians and Barber’s dad were college roommates.
Those who know Arians’ big coaching themes will be intrigued by what Barber said today on the inaugural Hard Knocks podcast (yes, the real Hard Knocks) where Barber appeared as a guest. [read more]
D-Line Focus In Pittsburgh Tonight
August 9th, 2019
There are many moving parts of the Buccaneers to study tonight in Pittsburgh, but Joe’s going to go out on a limb and say the defensive line is the most important. [read more]
