Joe Talks Hires, Lovie Thrown Under The Bus, Giada, Pro Bowl Bonus & Big Announcement

January 27th, 2016
Steve Duemig

Steve Duemig

It was that time again, Joe’s weekly visit into the steel cage with the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620. The “JoeBucsFan Hour” was firing on all cylinders.

There were fireworks, and a big announcement midway through. [read more]

“A Lot Like Dirk”

January 27th, 2016
Comes with stamp of approval from former Bucs QB.

Stamp of approval from former Bucs QB.

Joe must admit the new assistant coach that has Joe fired up is offensive coordinator/wide receivers coach Todd Monken. Everywhere this guy has been the offense (and the quarterback) has hummed. [read more]

“The Intelligent Coaches Can Do That”

January 27th, 2016
Ouch! General manager Jason Licht speaks.

Ouch! General manager Jason Licht speaks.

Bucs overlord of football operations Jason Licht threw quite a backhanded slap to the head of Lovie Smith yesterday. [read more]

The Power Of Jameis

January 27th, 2016
Direct influence with Team Glazer.

Direct influence with Team Glazer

Yes, Joe has used the above headline before. It bears repeating.

The Bucs are all about America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowl quarterback Jameis Winston. But that last sentence may not fully describe how much. [read more]

Dominant History Of Mike Smith

January 27th, 2016
Bucs DC Mike Smith

Bucs DC Mike Smith

Quick, name a couple of superstars on the Jacksonville Jaguars’ defenses from 2003 to 2007?

Tough question, but one that illustrates why Bucs fans should be doing cartwheels on Clearwater Beach. [read more]

Lay Off Donovan Smith!

January 27th, 2016
Lay off Donovan Smith!

Undeserved criticism.

You just can’t please some Bucs fans. Take the offensive line of the Bucs, specifically rookie left tackle Donovan Smith. [read more]

No Coup

January 27th, 2016
Not a victim.

Not a victim.

Joe used to think the days leading up to the draft were the silly season because of all the nonsense, hot air and outright lies told within NFL circles. [read more]

It Helps To Watch Games

January 27th, 2016
Bucs WR Vincent Jackson likely done for season.

Bucs WR Vincent Jackson is still valuable.

Joe has no clue where this anti-Vincent Jackson narrative began. Why do some people persist in the nonsense that the Bucs need to cut ties with Jackson?

Crazy talk! [read more]

“My Job To Simplify Everything”

January 26th, 2016

jameis 1104The Bucs — and their fans — rode one hell of a rollercoaster last season.

It started with a kick-in-the-groin loss to the miserable Titans that was thoroughly deflating, and it ended with a sobering letter opener to the eardrum by the NFC Champs. [read more]

Long Way Away

January 26th, 2016
Seems like a lifetime ago.

Seems like a lifetime ago.

On this date 13 years ago, NFL history was made. Chucky led the Bucs to the franchise’s lone Super Bowl title. [read more]

With The Ninth Pick In The 2016 NFL Draft

January 26th, 2016
The savior?

The savior?

Mock draft season is heating up, and while a majority of them are worthy of parakeet droppings, Joe always is interested in what FOX Sports NFL super insider Pete Schrager has to say.

[read more]

June Jones And Dirk Koetter

January 26th, 2016
Former NFL coach June Jones remembers facing Dirk Koetter in college.

Former NFL coach June Jones remembers facing Dirk Koetter in college.

Former NFL head coach and noted passing guru June Jones coached the West team in Saturday’s East-West Shrine Game held at The Fruitdome in St. Petersburg.

During his college coaching days, Jones crossed paths with Bucs coach Dirk Koetter twice. [read more]

Commitment To “Clear The Outrageous”

January 26th, 2016

JameismugAmerica’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, is on record saying he will fight with everything he has to obliterate all losing mentalities in the Bucs’ locker room.

Yesterday, a lawyer employed by Jameis said he will bring the same approach to his defense in a pending civil trial. [read more]

Out Of The Doghouse

January 26th, 2016
No more of Lovie's doghouse for CB Johnthan Banks.

No more of Lovie’s doghouse for CB Johnthan Banks.

One great mystery of the Lovie Smith era is what the hell did Johnthan Banks do to Lovie? [read more]

Bucs Have The Popular Priority

January 26th, 2016
GM Jason Licht has lots of company

GM Jason Licht has lots of company

It’s ironic that the guy who pulled Dwight Freeney off the street in October, a potential Hall of Fame defensive end who recorded eight sacks in 11 games this season, is aching publicly for a pass rush. [read more]

JUST ONE TWOSOME & A FOURSOME REMAIN

January 26th, 2016

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“Good, Young Talent”

January 26th, 2016
NFL Network's Mike Mayock talks Bucs offense.

NFL Network’s Mike Mayock talks Bucs offense.

A lot of fans look at the Bucs, stare at their 12-36 record through their past three seasons, and see nothing but dreck. [read more]

24,000 And Climbing

January 26th, 2016

joe_mug_shotIt’s time for high fives at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters and a thank you to the masses.

Joe’s been typing away here for 7 1/2 years and living the Bucs life. Yesterday, Joe eclipsed the 24,000 post mark. Hey, that’s an average of 10 blog posts publishing per day here on JoeBucsFan.com.

No outlet in town has brought you more on the Bucs since August 2008. It’s really not close.

Fueled by a 24/7 passion for Bucs football, Joe will continue marching ahead to 25,000 (unless Team Glazer pays Joe a handsome sum to do something else, or to do nothing.)

If you’re new to the website, you’ll see that Joe attacks the offseason like a mythical free shrimp and fries buffet at Hooters. There is no offseason here.

Speaking of Hooters, Joe would like to thank all the great advertisers here. Many of them have been around for several years. In no particular order, Joe applauds Dolman Law Group, Original Hooters, the Tampa Bay family of Ed Morse dealerships, Craters & Freighters of Tampa, Hooters Calendar, C4MH.com and Metcalf Harden, among others.

Have a great day.

Help Is Coming

January 26th, 2016
Could Bills DE Mario Williams be a pointed target for the Bucs?

Could Bills DE Mario Williams be a pointed target?

The Bucs seem to have the offense needed to generate points. They finally have their Pro Bowl quarterback, America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. They have the running backs and receivers (when healthy). [read more]

Thank You, Lovie!

January 26th, 2016
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Lasting legacy.

News last night that America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, was named to the Pro Bowl brought out all sorts of emotions in Joe. [read more]

America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, Named To The 2016 Pro Bowl

January 25th, 2016

jameis beamingGet your hula skirt, young Jameis.

It’s off to Hawaii you go! [read more]

“Tough Guy”

January 25th, 2016

Mike Mayock discusses Dirk Koetter.

For nearly a decade, Bucs coach Dirk Koetter has been an NFL offensive coordinator. Everywhere he has been he a degree of success. [read more]