The NFL Sacks Leader Among Defensive Tackles Is …

November 28th, 2016
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Crushing data for the haters

Assuming the Bucs don’t play in the Super Bowl, Gerald McCoy will enjoy his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl selection in January. [read more]

Are The Bucs A Super Bowl Contender?

November 28th, 2016
(Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

(Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

The question deserves to be asked. [read more]

He Called It!

November 28th, 2016
Nailed Bucs prediction.

Nailed Bucs prediction.

Sometimes, a man sticks out his neck for scorn and ridicule, even though he is right. [read more]

“I Would Have Won Me Five Championships With That Man Right There”

November 28th, 2016

warren sappJoe truly cannot express how amped up Warren Sapp was after the Bucs’ win yesterday.

What a sight it was to see him go at it with Jameis Winston’s father after the game. [read more]

Record-Breaking Win

November 28th, 2016
Bradley McDougald and the Bucs defense help break a franchise record last night. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Bradley McDougald and the Bucs defense helped break a franchise record last night. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Yes, yes, yes, the defense was beyond dominant last night. And early on, the offense was on fire. [read more]

The Morning After

November 28th, 2016
Celebrate! (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Celebrate! (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Bucs fans: When is the last time there has been a sweeter Victory Monday? C’mon, bottoms up on that JoeBucsFan Jason Licht Ale. We gotta get going. [read more]

PODCAST: Yes, That Just Happened

November 28th, 2016

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Click above to listen or to download.

*What would a wild Bucs Victory Monday morning be without Bucs Uncensored? It’s the hard-hitting and fun podcast Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from “The Commish,” Justin Pawlowski (@CommishOnline). And it includes real live fan commentary via emailed voice memos during and after Sunday’s game (BucsUncensored@gmail.com). Formerly a voice on the Buccaneers Radio Network, WDAE-AM 620 & 98.7 FM, Justin now shares his passionate brand of Bucs talk on JoeBucsFan.com! Download Justin’s podcast on iTunes right here. **Caution, rarely safe for work**

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Licht Did It Again

November 28th, 2016
Tradition resumed.

Tradition resumed.

Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht is back to his pool-jumping ways. [read more]

Flexing To Sunday Night Football?

November 28th, 2016
Carrie Underwood and the Bucs might be a thing.

Carrie Underwood and the Bucs might be a thing.

As listeners will hear tomorrow in the latest Ira Kaufman Podcast that Ira cut with Joe right after the win over the Seahawks last night, Joe discusses the likelihood of the Bucs and Cowboys game flexing to Sunday Night Football in prime time for all the nation to enjoy in three weeks. [read more]

Perspective

November 27th, 2016
Sage wisdom

Sage wisdom

Pro Bowl cornerback Brent Grimes knows what it’s like to win a division title and play on teams that were expected to win in December and make the playoffs. [read more]

Is Koetter Calling For A Ban On The “Den Of Depression” Nickname?

November 27th, 2016
Did Joe get an indirect finger-wagging?

Did Joe get an indirect finger-wagging?

Very interesting commentary from head coach Dirk Koetter. [read more]

Ira’s 10 Takeaways From Bucs-Seahawks

November 27th, 2016

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Demar Dotson, the longest-tenured Buccaneer, said it was the best defensive performance he has seen since joining the team in 2009. It’s hard to argue with the big man after Russell Wilson was limited to a 38.8 passer rating in Sunday’s 14-5 triumph. That’s not a passer rating — that’s the overnight temperature in Seattle. Enjoy these 10 tasty fat-free holiday appetizers: [read more]

Bucs Down

November 27th, 2016
Third down is "Bucs Down."

Third down is “Bucs Down.”

Man, the way the Bucs are playing on third downs, it is getting sick. [read more]

Zebras Explain (Non) Out-Of-Bounds Call

November 27th, 2016
Referee Ed Hochuli signals a pass interference penalty during a preseason NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles, Thursday, August 21, 2014 in Philadelphia. The Eagles won the game 31-21. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)

Last play of first half broken down.

Joe sure as hell thought the Bucs got jobbed at the end of the first half. [read more]

“We Choked Some People Out, But Not Like That”

November 27th, 2016
Warren Sapp had plenty to say after this Bucs win

Warren Sapp had plenty to say after this Bucs win

No. 99 was hootin’ and hollerin’ in the happy Bucs locker room after the game today, in addition to bellowing in the press box and yelling it up with Jameis Winston’s dad in the bowels of the Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway. [read more]

Noah Spence Blowing Up

November 27th, 2016
On a tear.

On a tear

If Noah Spence isn’t careful, dude just might have 10 sacks this season. [read more]

A Winning Record… In December!

November 27th, 2016
Yes, Akeem, you are on a winning team in December. No joke.

Yes, Akeem, you are on a winning team in December. No joke.

Yes, it is still November. And Joe can still taste that delcious deep-fried turkey he had on Thanksgiving. [read more]

“We Definitely Punched Them In The Mouth”

November 27th, 2016
Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Seattle had six turnovers all season before today’s game against the Bucs. Now they have 10 turnovers. (Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers.)

Perhaps only one man on the field today really understands what the Bucs accomplished against the Seahawks. [read more]

“I’ve Never Heard The Crowd That Loud”

November 27th, 2016
The longest tenured Buccaneer chimes in

The longest tenured Buccaneer chimes in

Demar Dotson is nothing special as a right tackle. But as the longest tenured Buccaneer, a Mark Dominik signing in 2009, Dotson has major street cred when it comes to Den of Depression history. [read more]

Lavonte David Makes A Play

November 27th, 2016
Play of the Game.

Play of the Game.

It was midway through the fourth quarter. Every Bucs fan in the Den of Depression was gripping. [read more]

The Culture Has Changed

November 27th, 2016
Gerald McCoy weeping in the shower is one piece of evidence, says Jameis Winston.

Gerald McCoy weeping in the shower is one piece of evidence, says Jameis Winston.

Time of death for Loserville: 7:01 p.m.

Beating the Chiefs and Seahawks back to back is no fluke. [read more]

Evans Busts 1,000-Yard Plateau

November 27th, 2016
Pouring it on

Pouring it on

Mike Evans already has Pro Bowl stats — with five games left to play. [read more]

And Here’s The Playoff Picture

November 27th, 2016

jameis-1020The Bucs are 6-5 entering December — and there’s only one winning team left on the schedule. [read more]