Happy Birthday, Jaboo!
January 6th, 2017
He’s now 23.
Even if you are nowhere in sight of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, raise a glass in his honor. [read more]
Canton Crossroads For John Lynch
January 6th, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
John Lynch is standing at the Canton crossroads.
As one of 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Lynch’s case will be heard in front of the Selection Committee for the fourth consecutive year.
And because the Class of 2018 is loaded with first-time eligibles like Ray Lewis, Randy Moss, Brian Urlacher and Ronde Barber, this is Lynch’s best shot to join Warren Sapp and Derrick Brooks in the Hall. [read more]
Three Bucs Make All-Pro
January 6th, 2017
All-Pro.
See what happens when the Bucs win? [read more]
Koetter: Speed Need Extends To Returner
January 6th, 2017
Juice needed
Winning coach Dirk Koetter has not been shy about expressing his team’s needs since the final bell rang on the 2016 season. [read more]
Glennon Better Off Elsewhere
January 6th, 2017
Go for the payday.
Bucs backup quarterback Mike Glennon is a good dude. Class act. [read more]
Koetter: “I’d Like To Come To Hang Out With Them At Work One Day”
January 6th, 2017
Dirk Koetter dreams of throwing darts at his critics
Many people confuse those who have thin skin with those who have thick skin but also are passionate about defending themselves.
There’s a difference. [read more]
FANTASY PODCAST: Wild Card Lineup Possibilities
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NFL Wild Card Weekend is here! Todd breaks down the best lineup possibilities for full postseason leagues as well as the daily prices for key players in action this Saturday and Sunday.
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Will Gholston’s Future
January 6th, 2017
What is his market value?
While the Bucs played much better on defense as the season grew older, it’s not like the front line had a lot of quality depth. [read more]
Dancing Kickoff Team
January 6th, 2017
Kickoff team wasn’t quite good enough to do away with cheerleaders.
Joe was going to include this in the “Morning After” column, but typing till dawn Monday it totally slipped Joe’s mind. [read more]
CFL Star Receiver Coming To Tampa
January 5th, 2017
Oh, the irony of the Bucs inking a CFL superstar today in an effort to bolster their receiving corps.
What a buffet of one-liners Joe could bust out. [read more]
“Didn’t Want To Be The Crappy Veteran Guy”
January 5th, 2017
Beasting Robert Ayers is a serious man
“Naturally pissed off” defensive end Robert Ayers was probably Joe’s favorite new Buccaneer in 2016. [read more]
Doug Martin Fingered As Partier, Molly Abuser
January 5th, 2017
Steve Duemig exposed Doug Martin on live radio Tuesday. Subsequent silence from the Bucs and Martins’ agent in the aftermath is telling.
Lie about Buccaneers staff, players or ownership on the Buccaneers flagship radio station, WDAE-AM 620, and you’ll get in all kinds of hot water, maybe even fired. It’s happened before.
Tell the truth and it’s all good. [read more]
Mike Smith A “Joy”
January 5th, 2017
Lauded.
As Joe types this here post in the wee hours of a Thursday morning, we do not know if Bucs defensive coordinator Mike Smith will be a head coach elsewhere. [read more]
Don’t Do It, Dirk!
January 5th, 2017
Team Glazer might need to have a private chat with Dirk Koetter
On the off chance Dirk Koetter is mowing down a breakfast burrito and reading this, Joe has a loud message to deliver:
Don’t do it, Dirk! [read more]
The Newest Fan Favorite
January 5th, 2017
New kicker in Tampa
Yes, your Buccaneers have a shiny new kicker on the roster.
Joe easily could make a few grand selling John Lunsford jerseys this morning. [read more]
Ira Talks Hall Finalists, Lynch Chances, Koetter Playcalling Nonsense, Glazer Intervention, Kwon Star, Mike Smith Replacement & More
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Geeks Don’t Like Hargreaves
January 5th, 2017
He can ball.
There are two types of football people. [read more]
Hangin’ With Tom Brady
January 5th, 2017
Tied with Patriots QB in key stat.
Yes, America’s Quarterback grew before our eyes. [read more]
Ira Kaufman Shares His 2016 All-Pro Ballot
January 4th, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Making the Pro Bowl is a nice honor. Making the All-Pro team is more challenging — and ultimately more rewarding.
It’s the difference between a People’s Choice Award and an Oscar.
As one of 50 media members on the Associated Press panel, I submitted my All-Pro ballot earlier this week. The AP will reveal the winners on Friday, but our loyal readers shouldn’t have to wait that long to see who your humble servant selected as the best of the best for the 2016 regular season. [read more]
It Has Begun
January 4th, 2017
Popular draft target with Bucs fans.
Joe is not really into draft mode yet. Hell, we don’t even know who is coming out or not. The combine is still two months away. [read more]
“We’re Building This The Right Way”
January 4th, 2017
Jason Licht speaks
Yes, general manager Jason Licht felt good after Sunday’s season-ending, finally-rip-the-Bucs-from-loserville victory Sunday against the Panthers. [read more]
Koetter Wants Little Change To Defense … Even If Mike Smith Leaves
January 4th, 2017
Dirk Koetter sheds light on a potential new DC
Yes, Joe can say what Dirk Koetter is thinking when it comes to hiring a new defensive coordinator in the likely event Mike Smith leaves for a head coaching gig. [read more]
