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October 17th, 2016

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

It’s a question of stolen identity, and the Buccaneers have 11 weeks remaining to solve the case. [read more]

Video: Why Clinton McDonald Smells A Run

October 17th, 2016

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Joe loves shooting video of defensive tackle Clinton McDonald, who definitely has the best set of pipes on the Buccaneers. [read more]

New Message In The Bucs’ Locker Room

October 17th, 2016
Jacquizz Rodgers is the centerpiece of Dirk Koetter's new focus.

Jacquizz Rodgers is the centerpiece of Dirk Koetter’s new focus.

Dirk Koetter is a fan of messages and imagery. [read more]

Koetter: “What Are These Guys Doing?

October 17th, 2016

dirk koetter 0716If Joe were running the new $25,000 Pyramid, this would qualify under “Things Lovie Smith Wouldn’t Say.” [read more]

Koetter Reaches Back (Again), Signs RB

October 17th, 2016
Familiar face signed.

Familiar face signed.

Curious signing by the Bucs this morning. [read more]

Louis Murphy Returns

October 17th, 2016

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Eleven months after ACL surgery, Louis Murphy was back on the practice field this morning. [read more]

No McCoy, Martin Or Ayers Seen At Practice

October 17th, 2016

McCoyright2Rough morning for the optimists. [read more]

Drop No. 8 Awarded

October 17th, 2016
Moves into a tie for second place

Moves into a tie for second place

The NFL does NOT provide official stats on drops. Unreliable stat-geek outfits do, but Joe doesn’t trust their data.

So Joe entered 2016 determined to study Bucs film and chronicle every drop and possible drop in order to avoid confusion. [read more]

Far Too Long

October 17th, 2016
Can the Bucs pass defense dial back to the e glory days?

Can the Bucs pass defense dial back to the glory days?

The pass defense of the Bucs has been terribly woeful the past couple of years.

In fact, a common NFL stat hasn’t been accomplished since the administration of former Bucs commander Greg Schiano. [read more]

Vegas Favors Bucs At San Francisco

October 17th, 2016
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GM of a 3-3 team?

Even the Las Vegas wiseguys think the Bucs will up their record to 3-3 before returning to the Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway for a three-game homestand. [read more]

PODCAST: Great Bye-Week News

October 17th, 2016

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Click above to listen or to download.

Joe hopes you enjoy the Monday, Wednesday and Saturday fun from “The Commish,” Justin Pawlowski. (@CommishOnline) The former voice on the Buccaneers Radio Network, WDAE-AM 620, Scout.com and 98.7 FM now has a new home to share his unbridled and intelligent brand of Bucs analysis. Download Justin’s podcast on iTunes right here.

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Playoff Percentage

October 17th, 2016

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No, the Bucs offense didn’t look anything close to that of a playoff team in last week’s ugly win over the Stinking Panthers.

But hey, the Steelers looked gruesome against the lowly Dolphins yesterday and no one believes the Steelers are a walking bag of garbage all of a sudden. [read more]

Struggling Jameis

October 17th, 2016
Ugly numbers.

Ugly numbers.

Yes, Joe understands Bucs coach Dirk Koetter went on the offensive recently defending America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston. [read more]

Answering The Big Vs. Small Challenge

October 16th, 2016
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Harcore Xs and Os blessings

Don’t blame Panthers backup QB Derek Anderson for two interceptions against the Bucs, explains a noted NFL film guru. [read more]

Koetter: Absolutely No Slump For Jameis

October 16th, 2016

jameis 0811Happy bye-week Sunday! Joe has fresh chatter from Dirk Koetter.

Did you really think Joe would take a day off? [read more]

Brent Grimes And Picks

October 16th, 2016
Getting the job done.

Getting the job done.

Joe knew it was coming a couple of weeks ago and it did.

Bucs fans were awfully grumpy when Aqib Talib and the Broncos came to town and once again started beating their favorite piñata, former Bucs rock star general manager Mark Dominik. [read more]

Pro Bowler Mike Evans?

October 16th, 2016
Strong season through five weeks.

Strong season through five weeks.

Yes, Joe is on a campaign to get the hero of Hobart College, Ali Marpet, into the Pro Bowl played at Orlando in a few months. [read more]

Koetter Hopeful All Injured Bucs Return Vs. 49ers

October 15th, 2016

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Now this should get your blood flowing on a Saturday. [read more]

Offense Must Improve

October 15th, 2016
Offense becoming a hinderance.

Offense becoming a hindrance.

A lot of fans have harped on the defense as the root cause of the Bucs’ problems. [read more]

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October 15th, 2016

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“Every Blade Of Grass”

October 15th, 2016
Pro Bowl cornerback Brent Grimes gets high praise from the high priest of Bucs football

Pro Bowl cornerback Brent Grimes gets high praise from the high priest of Bucs football

A Bucs legend seems to think Brent Grimes has played with an approach worthy of Tampa Bay’s historic defense of the late 1990s and early 21st century. [read more]