Thank You, Chargers

January 13th, 2017
mike smith 0112

Chaos likely helped Mike Smith stay.

Joe wanted to let things simmer a bit last night after the thrilling news (selfishly) that Bucs defensive coordinator Mike Smith is staying in Tampa Bay. [read more]

Mike Smith Will Return, Gets New Deal

January 12th, 2017
Mike Smith gets more loot

Mike Smith gets more loot

It smells like Mike Smith took one look at the train wreck that will be the Chargers this year — and in the near future — and bolted to Team Glazer’s office asking them to sweeten the pot in Tampa so he could stomach passing on the L.A. head coaching gig. [read more]

The Chargers Make A Move

January 12th, 2017
Job hunt status.

Job-hunt status.

Yes, the Chargers made a move today. [read more]

Dirk Koetter, Third In Class

January 12th, 2017

koetterrightstareWhen Team Glazer made the right call to end the Lovie Smith regime, it had a big hiring decision to make, one that would be judged in various ways. [read more]

“Troubling”

January 12th, 2017
ESPNer not sold.

ESPNer not sold.

Yes, running back and wide receiver are critical areas for the Bucs to upgrade this offseason. [read more]

Leg Of Death

January 12th, 2017
Shining light for Jason Licht

Shining light for GM Jason Licht

Stop saying general manager Jason Licht can’t scout guys who kick the ball for a living.

You’re dead wrong. [read more]

Derrick Brooks Goes All-In On 2017

January 12th, 2017
Big call from legendary No. 55

Big call from legendary No. 55

In a somewhat stunning move, Mr. Derrick Brooks, surely the Tampa Bay area’s most NFL-knowledgeable man, put his cards on the table for the 2017 season. [read more]

Ira Talks Hall Pecking Order, Team Glazer Free Agency Mindset, Defensive Tackle Change & More

January 12th, 2017

Free agency is on Ira’s mind today, right after he takes fans deeper inside the quest to get John Lynch into the Hall of Fame next month. Of course, Joe and Ira go head first into other topics, as well. Enjoy! Ira’s podcasts fire every Tuesday and Thursday, and his columns are rolled out every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Ira has been on fire lately, but he’s been advised a raise is not forthcoming.

IraKaufmanpodcasta

Life Without Doug Martin

January 12th, 2017
Faith lost?

Uncertain future.

As next week’s East-West Shrine Game practices begin in St. Petersburg, it sort of marks Joe’s beginning of draft season. [read more]

“Going To Be Scary”

January 12th, 2017
Teammates have mad respect for rookie.

Teammates have mad respect for rookie.

Yes, Noah Spence had surgery on his dislocated right shoulder and torn labrum. [read more]

Can The Bucs Duplicate The Chiefs’ Score?

January 11th, 2017

iradecember

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Picture this scenario, which may not be far-fetched.

At approximately 4 p.m. on Sunday, after watching the Chiefs take on the Steelers at Arrowhead, Dirk Koetter sends a text to Jason Licht — succinct and to the point.

“We need one of those.” [read more]

Where Are They Now?

January 11th, 2017
The bawling over Lovie Smith's firing looks awfully infantile now.

The bawling over Lovie Smith’s firing looks awfully infantile now.

Remember all the whining and braying and hollering last year from so many Lovie Smith apologists who freaked out like Hollywood elitists over Donald Trump’s election when Smith was run out the door of One Buc Palace by Team Glazer for lousy work? [read more]

More Troubling Data On Doug Martin

January 11th, 2017
Rock bottom

Rock bottom

The unreasonably blinded Doug Martin backers who think he was a good running back during the 2016 season might want to avoid clicking to read more of this post.

It might induce a seizure. [read more]

Secondary Not Too Shabby

January 11th, 2017
Stud.

Stud.

If there was one Bucs element fans couldn’t stop ragging on (besides the offensive line), it was the secondary. [read more]

“Mindset” Is The Next Step

January 11th, 2017
Call out your brothers, says Robert Ayers.

Call out your brothers, says Robert Ayers.

So where do the Bucs stand mentally? [read more]

Looking Out For The Team

January 11th, 2017
Easing locker room tension.

Easing locker room tension.

When America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, talks about the Bucs as family, he’s not the only one with the same mentality. [read more]

PODCAST: Offensive Overview…Weapons For Winston

January 11th, 2017

*Welcome to the most listened to Buccaneers podcast in the nation! Bucs Uncensored is here for you every Monday, Wednesday & Saturday with “The Commish,” Justin Pawlowski (@CommishOnline). Pawlowski dives into everything Bucs and shares real Bucs fan takes via voice memos. (Email yours to BucsUncensored@gmail.com). A host on the USF Bulls Football Radio Network, and once a voice on the Buccaneers Radio Network, WDAE-AM 620 and 98.7 THE FAN, Justin shares his addictive brand of Bucs talk only here at JoeBucsFan.com! Click to listen above or subscribe to Bucs Uncensored on iTunes right here. *Beware, podcast is rarely acceptable for small or medium-sized children.*

BucsUncensoredCommish

PRESENTED BYBrocato'sfinal

The Future Of Jacquizz Rodgers

January 11th, 2017
What is his role with Bucs?

What is his role?

Just about a month ago, aside from possibly depth, there was no issue at running back. [read more]

Defensive Tackle = Need

January 10th, 2017
Finale in 2017?

Finale in 2017?

Bucs fans know what a good run defense looks like.

They had elite ones in 2012 and 2015. [read more]

“Home Run” Threat High On List, Koetter Says

January 10th, 2017
Wants juice badly. DeSean Jackson?

Wants juice badly. DeSean Jackson?

How fitting it is for the man wielding the official Bucs “big mother f%$^’n stick” to talk about scoring a “home run” this offseason. [read more]