Nope

It’s been a steady and steep decline for defensive end Noah Spence, who is now ringing the bell atop the “bust meter.” [read more]

On Wednesday, Joe asked defensive end Vinny Curry to describe what he’s seen behind the scenes from rookie defensive tackle Vita Vea.

Curry offered a direct response. [read more]

Finally, per the Twittering of ESPN insider Adam Schefter, rookie running back Ronald Jones will be active and available today against the Bears.

Jones, the No. 38 overall pick has been healthy and in street clothes for the first three games.

Something would have been very, very wrong if Jones was benched again, considering how meh fellow rookie RB Shaun Jones has been on special teams.

NFL debut expected today.

Rejoice Bucs fans, that day appears to be here. [read more]

QB drama.

Dirk Koetter must really like Ryan Griffin. [read more]

Man, there are many juicy elements to this game and Joe wants to see how they play out. [read more]

So, when Bucs quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick is under pressure, which receiver does he target most to bail out the offense? [read more]

Another report of him starting today

Uber NFL insider Jay Glazer last Sunday reported backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick would start again today in Chicago. [read more]

Game 4

Bucs (2-1) at Bears (2-1)

Kickoff: 1 p.m.

TV: WTVT-TV Channel 13, DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket Channel 709.  [read more]

Key to victory?

New Bears coach Matt Nagy doesn’t yet trust second-year Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky. That seems to be what Andy Benoit is typing. [read more]

Poll posted today at 5:37 p.m.

After spending a couple of days in Tampa, including on the Buccaneers sidelines for the Steelers-Bucs game, Warren Sapp is not flying a flag for America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. [read more]

Talks Bucs defense.

When Bucs fans look at the NFL teams stats, they do a facepalm and mumble out loud, “Here we go again.” [read more]

One good thing about heading to play the Bears on Sunday is the Bucs are well prepared to perform on poor field conditions.

Can we get a tarp system for the Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway, please? [read more]

Where the Bucs game will be shown on free TV.

Bucs fans in the upper Midwest and most of Florida are in luck. [read more]

BY IRA KAUFMAN

This game has all the subtlety of a Mike Tyson left hook.

If you’re seeking an incisive preview of Sunday’s matchup at Soldier Field, look no further than Tyson’s immortal quote when asked about his boxing philosophy: [read more]

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In this edition of The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast, Todd recaps the wild fantasy fest that was on display in Los Angeles to start Week Four. Perhaps some of you drafted Goff and Mahomes to be your backup QBs this season. That was really smart. Now it is probably smart to move them into your starting lineup with a few obvious exceptions. Todd goes through every matchup on Sunday and Monday giving fantasy thoughts whether it is the obvious choice or the obvious situation to avoid altogether. Listen to the podcast, then if you need further clarity on any particular player or players, email your questions to ToddWrightFantasyFootball@gmail.com.

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“Sorry, Fitz.”

Joe heard Dirk Koetter’s chatter yesterday about Chris Godwin and instantly thought it offered insight into how well the head coach evaluates Ryan Fitzpatrick as the captain of the Tampa Bay offense, as Koetter likes to call it. [read more]

Click through for details!

Talks game speed.

Bucs coach Dirk Koetter gave fans an update on America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston. No, it had nothing to do with starting in Chicago. [read more]

Talks red zone.

The Bucs have both the best offense in the NFL and the best passing attack in the NFL. But the success rate of red zone plays lags behind. [read more]