Brent Grimes The Professional

August 4th, 2018

Setting an example.

For the Stick Carriers going to practice today, there will be something cool to see. No, not Bucs cheerleaders (Joe only recalls seeing them at training camp a couple of times this year come to think of it.) [read more]

Friday Practice News, Notes & Nuggets

August 3rd, 2018

The full broil was on this morning during a full-length practice by your mighty Buccaneers — in pads.

Joe was hunting for all possible goodies and has plenty to share from One Buc Palace. 

Enjoy! [read more]

Iron Sharpens Iron (Really)

August 3rd, 2018

Crash course.

It is an overused phrase but “iron sharpens iron” isn’t exactly an empty cliche. [read more]

“Absolutely Better Already”

August 3rd, 2018

Bucs left tackle Donovan Smith

There was a hidden/ignored downside of the Bucs’ subpar defensive line of the past several years: its effect (or lack thereof) on the offensive line.

Don’t take Joe’s word for it. Listen to Donovan Smith. [read more]

Adjusting To The New Rules

August 3rd, 2018

Sees benefits of new tackling rules.

Depending who you talk to in the NFL, the new tackling rules passed in the offseason will either be the best thing to keep players on the field and limit potential life-long ailments, or will fundamentally ruin the game of football as we know it. [read more]

Dirk Koetter Detects Frustration, Improvement In Jameis

August 3rd, 2018

Jameis Winston watching the first-team offense without him under center

Joe spent a lot of time through training camp studying Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, when he’s on the practice sidelines. [read more]

Koetter Calls Friday A 10-90 Day

August 3rd, 2018

There are winners and losers every day in training camp. A head coach has to keep a balanced mentality.

However, today was very much a tilted affair. [read more]

Special Podcast: What To Expect At TOMORROW’S Training Camp Takeover

August 3rd, 2018

The Commish, Justin Pawlowski, is getting your fired up and he has your need-to-know — and an audio recap of last year.

Fun stuff. Click above to listen.

Get there early. Some extra free tickets will be there courtesy of the Stick Carriers, and the Bucs are committed to do their best to accommodate the crowd!

Demar Dotson Uncensored

August 3rd, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

His right knee may not be 100 percent, but Demar Dotson’s truth-meter is working overtime.

The longest-tenured player on the Bucs stayed after practice at the indoor facility the other day, patiently signing autographs for more than 50 fans. He smiled for pictures and shook hands before reinforcing his reputation as Tampa Bay’s most candid player. [read more]

RoJo Flashes Magic

August 3rd, 2018

All that is special with Ronald Jones flashed late in practice today during an 11-on-11 session.

Many of his tired teammates were impressed. [read more]

New NFL Rules And The Bucs

August 3rd, 2018

Will America be safer?

Something interesting here, at least in Joe’s mind. [read more]

Extra Training Camp Tickets!

August 3rd, 2018

If you do not have tickets to the Training Camp Takeover on Saturday at One Buc Palace, do not fear!!

Come out early. The Stick Carriers have loads of extra tickets for the training camp practice and they’ll be doled out to fans starting at sunrise in the camp parking lot. Just look for the long line of chanting fans and the 6-5 leader of the group, Justin “The Commish” Pawlowski. Just like last year, the “Takeover” will be a truly unforgettable experience.

When rabid Bucs fans turn training camp at One Buc Palace into a playoff-game atmosphere.

Nightmare

August 3rd, 2018

Apocalypse of a season predicted

This task of picking each and every game of the NFL season is starting to become a fad. [read more]

Football Season Is Underway & Bobby Is So Happy That Even Close Range Lightning Strikes Couldn’t Stop This Week’s Free Stretch — Special Friday Edition

August 3rd, 2018

Opening night of the NFL arrived last night and The Free Stretch with Bobby Fenton is fired up! @bobbygameday is talking Bucs, loads of NFL and more. It’s never boring on The Free Stretch! Dive in right here and right now above, or listen and/or subscribe free at  iTunes and Google PlayListen or download above. 

PRESENTED BY

Bobby has hosted The Free Stretch on a variety of platforms and Tampa Bay area radio stations over the years dating back to 2006, and has also done a national show on Sporting News Radio.

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More Practice Videos: Mike Evans Hits Turf Hard; Jameis Winston Intercepted

August 3rd, 2018

Yes, things can get dangerous in practice for receivers when you run a scenario like Dirk Koetter did yesterday. [read more]

Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast Draft Parties At Hooters Announced; QB Rankings & Patience, Patrick Mahomes Risk, And More

August 3rd, 2018

Todd has all the details on this year’s fantasy draft parties. Listen to this podcast for the location, date, time and how to be there. These fantasy drafts are for new season-long leagues courtesy of Hooters and JoeBucsFan.com and are absolutely free to play. (Compete against Ira Kaufman & Joe. Strong prizes, too!) Also, in this podcast, Todd talks about the current quarterback rankings and how, once again, you should be absolutely fine in a one QB league if you wait until everyone else in your league selects a quarterback to pick yours. As long as you’re not picking that kid in Kansas City of course. Seriously, why take the risk? Todd discusses that at length in this podcast as well.

Remember, Todd answers all your questions personally at ToddWrightFantasyFootball@gmail.com.

Out Of Rope

August 3rd, 2018

Final chance?

Long-time readers here know Joe’s biggest gripe with inept Lovie Smith was that he was about as flexible as an I-beam. [read more]

Explosive Plays Change Seasons

August 3rd, 2018

Powerful new data

Bucs coach Dirk Koetter is consistent. He always talks about how important explosive plays are. [read more]

Read The Identity Tampa Bay Newsletter

August 2nd, 2018

Haven’t heard of The Identity Tampa Bay? Joe reads their fast, light and informative newsletter every weekday. Great stuff that clues you in to fun stuff around the area.

Subscribe now. It’s free! Yes, these are the cool guys who crafted that great video of Derrick Brooks at the Bucs Uncensored/JoeBucsFan draft party.