Saints 31, Buccaneers 24

October 6th, 2019

Someone forgot to tell Joe it was a throwback Bucs game — a throwback to Mike Smith’s defense.

The Bucs’ pass defense is brutal, and it’s even worse when Shaq Barrett doesn’t play out of his mind. Zero pass rush joined forces today with a secondary lacking in talent and Bucs fans paid the price. [read more]

Buccaneers-Saints, Open Thread

October 6th, 2019

Showtime!

America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, is in the house, and he has a huge challenge on his hands with a stout New Orleans defense and a raucous Superdome crowd. Will the Saints find a way to contain NFL sacks leader Shaq Barrett? First place in the NFC South is on the line.

React with fans all game long in the comments section right here!!

Devin White Will Play Today

October 6th, 2019

He’s officially active for today’s Saints-Bucs game in New Orleans!

TODAY In Ybor City

October 6th, 2019

Watch EVERY Bucs road game this season with Ira Kaufman at Buffalo Wild Wings.

The fun TODAY is at 1625 East 7th Ave. in Ybor City!

Arrive early for the Bucs-Saints 1 o’clock kickoff. Great fun with Bucs fans.

Steps Needed

October 6th, 2019

Vernon Hargreaves, M.J. Stewart and Carlton Davis

Those three cornerbacks in the photo above? There’s a great chance two of them must play really well for the Bucs to win today against the Saints.

Shaq Barrett heroics can’t be relied upon indefinitely, and the Bucs aren’t about to stop blitzing, which puts a ton of pressure on defensive backs. [read more]

3 Jameis Trips To New Orleans, 3 Unforgettable Games

October 6th, 2019

Four years ago, Bucs fans were hysterical with hope and happiness after Jameis Winston’ first game in New Orleans. [read more]

Why Is Jameis Playing Well?

October 6th, 2019

Big test today.

You know it and Joe knows it. We all expect America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, to have a bad game sooner or later. [read more]

The Best Free Agent Signing?

October 6th, 2019

Could make history today.

Today, Bucs pass rushing freak Shaq Barrett is going for NFL history. Sort of. [read more]

Gameday Tampa Bay

October 6th, 2019

Game 5

Bucs (2-2) at Saints (3-1)

Kickoff: 1 p.m.

TV: WTVT-TV Channel 13, DirecTV/NFL Sunday Ticket Channel 712.

[read more]

Light Blitzing, Smart Blitzing

October 5th, 2019

Saints DC Dennis Allen

It should be a quite a chess match tomorrow between the Saints defense and the Tampa Bay offense. [read more]

“Swaggy” Arians

October 5th, 2019

No.

Someone get to Bucco Bruce Arians. Quickly. [read more]

Sinking Justin Watson?

October 5th, 2019

Second-year receiver Justin Watson, the big, strong, fast cat out of the University of Pennsylvania, caught his first ball of the season last Sunday.

But it seems he might be sinking fast on the Tampa Bay depth chart. [read more]

Finally Official! Ryan Smith Added To The Roster

October 5th, 2019

Bucco Bruce Arians said multiple times this week that he’s fired up about the speed and skill cornerback Ryan Smith will bring to the Bucs’ coverage units on special teams.

Smith was suspended for the first four games of this season for performance enhancing drug use, and the Bucs finally made his return to the roster official today.

Man, those Bucs coverage teams can use Smith. Rookie Sean Murphy-Bunting has been looking a bit lost out there.

Derrick Brooks Talks Simple Formulas, O-Line Victory, Defending Kamara & Thomas “High-Octane” Issues, The Division Lead & More

October 5th, 2019

Huge game Sunday and Derrick Brooks is all over it with Sage JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman in this episode of TAMPA TWO. Enjoy it below, presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating. It’s another great production from The Identity Tampa Bay and Joe.

Winning Literally Isn’t Everything In Fantasy Football. Total Points Can/Should Get You In The Playoffs, Too.

October 5th, 2019
Todd goes Tate vs. Tate in this edition of The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast and wonders openly about the Minnesota mess and how it could impact happy Dalvin Cook owners. Todd also discusses how the Todd Wright Tour podcast league voted to implement a wild card based solely on points to protect fantasy owners from a regular season of bad luck.
The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast is presented by Hooters.
.
Click above to listen or download, or at iTunes, Google Play, and via Podbean and more platforms!

TV Map For Saints-Buccaneers

October 5th, 2019

Where the Bucs game will be shown on free TV

Sunday’s NFC South showdown at between the Bucs and Saints will be seen on free TV in parts of 16 states. Sixteen!

[read more]

NFL Record On Sunday?

October 5th, 2019

Could it happen?

This is just blowing Joe’s mind. [read more]

Leftwich And The Run Game

October 5th, 2019

Crafting run game.

The past couple of weeks the Bucs have somehow breathed life into the run game. Combined with the sharp play of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, the Bucs offense has been, at times, dangerous. [read more]

“When You’re Willing To Block For Me, “I’m Gettin’ You The Ball”

October 5th, 2019

Low on action

O.J. Howard has been targeted just 13 times this season. Officially, it’s 12, but Joe is counting one ball overthrown to Howard against Carolina, when he had a heroic leap and tip that prevented a Jameis Winston interception. [read more]