Sweating Jameis

February 26th, 2016
Already preparing for the 2016 season.

Already preparing for 2016

Much has been written about the winning passion and drive to excel of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston.

His heart and desire has been written about almost as much as his stellar play on the field. [read more]

Firm Draft Opinions Clash

February 26th, 2016
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Consensus can be hard to find at the NFL Scouting Combine

Guess what happens when you talk to Panthers head coach Ron Rivera, Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and a prominent offensive line coach about the talent in the 2016 NFL Draft?

You get different takes. [read more]

Kwon Alexander And Jameis

February 26th, 2016
The "Jameis" of the Bucs defense.

The “Jameis” of the defense. Dirk Koetter talks Kwon.

A rookie who seems to be flying under the radar is Bucs linebacker Kwon Alexander.

The guy willed himself into the starting lineup in training camp and was a big reason the Bucs made a playoff run until collapsing in the final four games. [read more]

Conspiring With The Enemy?

February 26th, 2016
Still tight with an enemy GM?

Still tight with a division GM?

Joe is almost completely warmed over by the hiring of defensive coordinator Mike Smith.

Joe has yet to hear from any NFL type that this was in any way a questionable move by Dirk Koetter. [read more]

“Do You Smoke Weed?”

February 26th, 2016
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Arizona State receiver/running back D.J. Foster talks pot and Bucs.

Not only digging up all things Bucs while live at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Joe is talking to NFL general managers, scouts and coaches about this year’s crop of draft hopefuls.

And Joe is talking to those players, too. [read more]

John Elway “Happy” For Jameis

February 26th, 2016
John Elway talks America's Quarterback.

John Elway talks America’s Quarterback.

Believe it or not, Hall of Fame quarterback and current Super Bowl champion general manager John Elway and America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, share many parallels. [read more]

Ron Rivera: NFC South Is Best QB Division Ever

February 26th, 2016
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Ron Rivera puts Jameis in elite company

The coach of the NFC champs offered quite a response to Joe’s question yesterday at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

The answer even came with a backhanded slap at Lovie Smith. [read more]

Martin-Bucs Talks Breaking Down

February 25th, 2016
Done with the Bucs?.

Done with the Bucs?.

Those pining for the return of everyone’s favorite Muscle Hamster, Bucs running back Doug Martin, may want to sit down and perhaps brace themselves with a shot of Jack Daniels. [read more]

Josh Freeman Has A Home

February 25th, 2016
Josh Freeman has a future with the Colts

Josh Freeman is loved

Indianapolis isn’t just the home of the NFL Scouting Combine, it’s Josh Freeman country.

Joe asked Colts coach Chuck Pagano about Freeman’s future this afternoon. [read more]

Bucs Carry Over $8 Million From 2015 Cap

February 25th, 2016

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More money available for Team Glazer to spend when the free agency dinner bell rings in 13 short days! [read more]

Bucs Drop Ball On Mark Barron?

February 25th, 2016
Rams coach Jeff Fisher seemed to imply former Bucs S Mark Barron showed on film an ability to play linebacker.

Rams coach Jeff Fisher seemed to suggest Mark Barron’s film showed an ability to play linebacker.

When former first round pick Mark Barron was with the Bucs, he proved to be a nasty hitter and a solid tackler, and he showed a Sabby the Goat-like ability in coverage. [read more]

Koetter Names Seven Bucs Defensive Players

February 25th, 2016
Safety Chris Conte got a thumbs up from the new head coach

Safety Chris Conte got a thumbs up from the new head coach

One of Joe’s goals at the NFL Scouting Combine this week was to ask Dirk Koetter what he likes about the Buccaneers’ defensive personnel after studying it for weeks. [read more]

Codebreakers

February 25th, 2016
Jason Licht hints CIA-like intel the Bucs use to grade prospects.

Jason Licht hints at CIA-like intel the Bucs use to grade prospects.

Joe has been clear that the televised portion of the NFL Scouting Combine is a colossal bore and if Joe were a fan of indoor track and field, then Joe may be interested. [read more]

Scouting Often Frustrates Koetter

February 25th, 2016

dirk koetterWe all know what Dirk Koetter really thinks about the data freaks trying to dominate the game of football.

His raw emotion on the subject was there for all to see in November. [read more]

Defense Will Be “Different”

February 25th, 2016
Bucs coach Dirk Koetter believes fans stare at a different type of defense than years past.

Bucs coach Dirk Koetter believes fans stare at a different type of defense than years past.

Bucs fans know all too well how their defense played the past two years.

So, OK, Joe will play along. [read more]

The Tampa Bay Belicheats

February 25th, 2016
Bucs fans should not be surprised who Jason Licht is molding the Bucs after.

No surprise how Jason Licht is molding the Bucs.

If the Bucs are going to turn the corner from a horrid start to the second decade of the 21st century, then Bucs fans can thank one man.

And that is none other than Bill Belicheat. [read more]

Jason Licht Happy Dirk Koetter Will “Attack” Defensive Prospects

February 25th, 2016
Jason Licht has a new weapon

Jason Licht has a new pre-draft weapon

The Buccaneers’ grilling of college prospects this week at the NFL Scouting Combine will take a different tone. [read more]

Jameis Learning Body Lessons

February 24th, 2016
Dirk Koetter tells a new Jameis story

Dirk Koetter tells a new Jameis story

Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter shared a private conversation he had with America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. [read more]

Roberto Aguayo Hopes Bucs Draft Him

February 24th, 2016
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FSU kicker Roberto Aguayo

Buccaneers fans across the globe might have seizures if general Jason Licht dared to select a kicker during the second or third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. [read more]

Last Chance For The “Prototypical Tight End”

February 24th, 2016
Dirk Koetter talks about tight ends and the complexity of Austin Seferian Jenkins, who plays less than Luke Stocker (left).

Dirk Koetter talks about tight ends and the complexity of Austin Seferian-Jenkins, who plays less than Luke Stocker (left).

Yes, Austin Seferian-Jenkins ended 2015 as the Bucs’ third-string tight end.

His snap-count totals tell the story, as did firing a football in frustration into the Rams’ end zone. [read more]

Mankins’ Decision Still Unknown

February 24th, 2016
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Bucs GM Jason Licht meets the press this morning in Indianapolis.

Will Bucs left guard Logan Mankins hang up his cleats or will he return to the Bucs for one more season?

It’s a question on just about every Bucs fan’s mind. But Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht isn’t losing sleep over it. [read more]