“We Can’t Keep Digging Ourselves A Hole”
November 26th, 2017
Swaggy opines after today’s loss
Bucs defensive tackle/veteran sage Chris “Swaggy” Baker was talking to Joe after the game about a familiar Bucs issue. [read more]
When Good Players Play
November 26th, 2017
Odd choice in personnel.
It was 27-6 early in the third quarter. The game appeared grim at the time. How could anyone expect a Ryan Fitzpatrick-led team to overcome that margin the way the Bucs play ole’ defense on the road? [read more]
Questionable Calls From 2nd-And-2
November 26th, 2017
Down on playcalling
Damn, was this frustrating.
There the Bucs were, 2-and-2 with 7:51 remaining, driving well and trailing 27-20 on the Atlanta 19 yard line — and they came up empty. [read more]
Falcons 34, Buccaneers 20
November 26th, 2017
Dirk Koetter and Ryan Fitzpatrick couldn’t find touchdowns
At least the Buccaneers battled hard. Very hard.
Hey, Joe is fishing for positives here at the Georgia Dome, as Tampa Bay appeared to clinch the NFC South cellar for the sixth time in seven years.
But the cold reality is the Bucs paid dearly for no first-half pass rush and no touchdown daggers in the playbook. [read more]
Buccaneers-Falcons, Open Thread
November 26th, 2017
Joe is in the dome
Comment throughout the Falcons-Buccaneers game with wild, passionate and usually well-reasoned Tampa Bay fans. Great fun!
Direct personal attacks at Falcons players and coaches, not each other (Joe’s filters are cranked up.)
Enjoy! Joe is in the dome and ready to deliver awared-winning postgame coverage, including Ira Kaufman’s 10 Takeaways.
Go Bucs!!!
“It Is Not Going To Be Wrapped Up Before The End Of This Season”
November 26th, 2017
ESPN has news on the official investigation of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, allegedly crotch-grabbing a female Uber driver without permission. [read more]
Stay Together
November 26th, 2017
Talks team mentality.
It sounds to Joe like too many guys were freelancing. [read more]
NFL Network Report: “His Return Is Coming”
November 26th, 2017
America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, is “chomping at the bit” at practice, Dirk Koetter said Friday.
And this morning, there’s a new report on the health and status of Jameis. [read more]
The PFF Tribe And Doug Martin
November 26th, 2017
You cannot make this up.
Joe is bringing some high comedy early today in an effort to help readers navigate the mental fog of a Sunday morning.
And the source of the laughter comes from none other than the PFF tribe. [read more]
Atlanta Offense Improving?
November 26th, 2017
Can’t give Matty Ice time.
If one was to just look at the scoreboard, a conclusion could be made that the Dixie Chicks’ offense is improving. [read more]
Marpet Talks O-Line Fix
November 26th, 2017
Listening to nearly all the key offensive linemen talk this week, Joe heard a maddening and consistent theme. [read more]
Gameday Tampa Bay!
November 26th, 2017
“He Does Some Rookie Crap”
November 26th, 2017
Bucs left tackle Donovan Smith
It’s been 21 years since Ian Beckles manned the right guard position for your Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but he’s still dialed in to everything happening on that offensive line. [read more]
Fitzpatrick Makes A Special Call
November 25th, 2017
Undefeated as a starting quarterback this year, Ryan Fitzpatrick hasn’t forgotten his humble beginnings in the NFL 12 years ago. [read more]
Is Gerald McCoy “The Golden Gobbler?”
November 25th, 2017
Stuffed
Dirk Koetter told a heck of a Thanksgiving story yesterday. [read more]
“We’ll Be Sharing The Responsibilities”
November 25th, 2017
Ryan Smith, meet your new friend, Mr. Julio Jones. [read more]
Ira’s Week 12 Weekend Picks Against The Spread
November 25th, 2017
Joe has challenged Ira Kaufman, Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter, to pick against the spread this season for a $500 prize. Every Friday, Ira types out his picks for each Sunday and Monday game. If Ira hits at 53 percent or better for the regular season, then he gets $500 in gift cards to Abe’s Place in Clearwater, home of historically amazing food and 44 craft beers on tap. Feel free to send Ira your stone cold locks on Twitter, @ikaufman76. The sage of Tampa Bay sports always appreciates a tip.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
It’s the holiday season, a time for giving.
In that spirit, NFL odds-makers are giving away lots of points this weekend. Four teams are favored by at least 10 points at home and the Falcons are just short of that spread against the Bucs on Sunday.
I’ve been giving away too many games against the spread during this wacky season, which has seen the surprising rise of the Rams, Eagles, Saints and Vikings as division leaders. [read more]
TV Map For Bucs-Dixie Chicks
November 25th, 2017
Where the Bucs game will be shown on free TV in the United States.
A true crossroads game this is, between the Bucs and the Dixie Chicks tomorrow. [read more]
Godwin To Play In Clutch Moments
November 25th, 2017
He’s earned it.
Joe has already written about how rookie wide receiver Chris Godwin ought to get more playing time. [read more]
