“Second To Only Peyton Manning”

August 7th, 2018

Eye-popping data.

Want to know why Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht got an extension? [read more]

The Beckwith Puzzle

August 7th, 2018

Man without a position?

Andy Benoit sensed this since the day the Bucs drafted Kendell Beckwith. [read more]

Giving Back To The Community

August 7th, 2018

Bonded with a young fan in a bad situation.

On face value, it irks Joe that it seems the Bucs franchise does less and less to try to connect with fans each year. [read more]

Buccaneers Release First Depth Chart

August 6th, 2018

Minor eye-openers include DeSean Jackson

It’s an annual tradition. Before the first preseason game of the year, NFL clubs are required to issue an official but unofficial depth chart for the roster. [read more]

Bucs “Anxious” To Get Spence Playing Time

August 6th, 2018

Could this be the year?

Obviously, when a team picks a guy in the second round at a position of terrible need, there are high hopes for the guy. [read more]

Dotson Paints Murky Picture Of Knee Recovery

August 6th, 2018

So what’s really going on with starting right tackle Demar Dotson, who is working in training camp largely outside of squaring off during team periods, aka live action?

It’s been four months since he had knee surgery that wasn’t considered major.
[read more]

No Boot But No Practice (For Now)

August 6th, 2018

Despite losing boot, returning to the practice field might be a while for Vita Vea. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

Some good news for Bucs fans. [read more]

“We Might Have To Adjust The Playcalling Accordingly”

August 6th, 2018

It seems the Bucs offense might have to get into a bit of a survival mode for Thursday night’s game. [read more]

VIDEO: “Get Really, Really Good At Your Job”

August 6th, 2018

Very rare post-Hard Knocks look at Dirk Koetter directing his Buccaneers. [read more]

Still Puzzling

August 6th, 2018

Not his fault.

All through last year and seeing the Bucs defense torched worse than a camper shoving a hot dog directly into the middle of a flame, Joe was simply puzzled how this could be. [read more]

Matching The Carson Palmer, Cam Newton Profile

August 6th, 2018

America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, is a lot of things, but he’s rarely compared to Carson Palmer and Cam Newton.

Perhaps he should be. [read more]

M.J. Stewart Ready For More

August 6th, 2018

Won’t back down.

There is a phrase in sports when a baller makes a play on another baller. [read more]

Vita Vea Takes A Positive Step

August 6th, 2018

Boot gone

Hey, Joe is no doctor, but injured rookie first-round pick Vita Vea, the manbeast defensive tackle injured eight days ago, has made a stride in his recovery. [read more]

Burkhead #1 In New England While Drake & Gore #1 & #1A In Miami; Plus Full Entry Details For 2nd-Annual Draft At Hooters On Aug. 22

August 6th, 2018
Todd looks at some training camp depth charts, the latest trade between the Browns and the Bills, and how WR’s to avoid like Martavis Bryant and Josh Gordon are giving you little reason to think otherwise as you prepare to draft in 2018. Also in this edition of the Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast, Todd is looking for podcast listeners to play in fantasy leagues powered by Hooters and JoeBucsFan.com once again this year. The first live draft will be held on August 22nd at the Hooters on Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa and all the details on how you can play in these free leagues are in this edition of the podcast (super prize, too, and play against Ira Kaufman and Joe.) Remember, ask Todd questions about anything involving your league or the Hooters leagues at ToddWrightFantasyFootball@gmail.com

Rebuilding His Reputation

August 6th, 2018

Redemption.

When one attends Bucs practices — Tampa Bay returns to the practice fields of One Buc Palace this morning after a needed day off — it’s hard to determine that America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, is the monster than some outside of Tampa believe him to be. [read more]

“Just A Matter Of Waiting My Time”

August 6th, 2018

Ira talked to GM Jason Licht, Peyton Barber and more for his Monday column.

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Peyton Barber has heard all the hype surrounding rookies Ronald Jones and Shaun Wilson.

Jones, a second-round pick out of Southern Cal, is described as a home-run run hitter who adds juice to a wilted run game. Dirk Koetter is gushing over Wilson, an undrafted free agent from Duke who has picked up the playbook quickly.

Barber’s response? [read more]

Communication At Core Of Defensive Turnaround

August 6th, 2018

Joe went 1-on-1 with Lavonte David this weekend a variety of subjects.

First, Joe want a clarification on the Twitter darts Robert Ayers has been throwing at his old team. [read more]

“I Think They Would Be Lucky To Go .500”

August 6th, 2018

Can he steal a win?

Joe has been trying to get fired up for the new Bucs season but has been in a dark depression since NFL strongman Roger Goodell sentenced America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, to a three-game detention. [read more]

Mission Accomplished

August 6th, 2018

The Commish, Justin Pawlowski, has lots of feedback and reaction to Training Camp Takeover on Saturday, including from GM Jason Licht! And now we’re just THREE days from the preseason opener! Huge fun ahead! The Commish is loaded today with his usual passion and Bucs-fan perspective and knowledge, and real fan audio takes today on Bucs Uncensored. Enjoy! … Be a part of the podcast. Just email a 90-second-or-less audio blast to BucsUncensored@gmail.com. Listen above or subscribe on iTunes right here, or at Podbean.com. Justin’s work is not influenced by JoeBucsFan.com. Joe just thinks it’s very, very special. **CAUTION: some R-RATED language!** 

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1-On-1 With Jason Licht; GM Calls Jason Pierre-Paul “Phenomenal” & Says Watch Out For Alex Cappa, And More

August 6th, 2018

“Look, Glazer, I’ll say this one last time. Tell your friends to fly to Vegas or Jersey and take the over.”

Optimism is flowing like a mighty stream through the halls of One Buc Palace. [read more]

Dolphins First-Team Defensive Line For Preseason Opener Includes Robert Quinn, Cameron Wake And Akeem Spence

August 5th, 2018

Can Ryan Jensen knock the smile off Akeem Spence’s face on Thursday?

Your new look Buccaneers offensive line will have a stout and very interesting test on Thursday night.

Joe is fired up for a Bucs football game in four short days! Yes! [read more]