Lovie: More Work Coming For Mike Evans

November 11th, 2015

Evansdrop

Would you toss your infant to Mike Evans? [read more]

Trent Dilfer Talks Jameis

November 11th, 2015
Former Bucs QB talks current Bucs QB,.

Former Bucs QB talks current Bucs QB.

FOX broadcast cameras caught America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, doing something unique that didn’t surprise Trent Dilfer. [read more]

Lavonte David Picks Top Trash-Talking Teammate

November 11th, 2015

LavonteSo who’s the biggest big mouth Lavonte David has played with in his four seasons as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer? [read more]

Was Spence Close To Being Cut?

November 11th, 2015
Could the Bucs have sent a strong message to the team by releasing DT Akeem Spence Monday?

Could the Bucs have sent a strong message to the team by releasing Akeem Spence yesterday?

Lovie Smith, in a rare outburst of anger, went off on Akeem Spence after the defensive tackle, claiming he was blasted in the grill, threw Giants’ center Weston Richburg to the ground drawing a 15-yard penalty for unnecessary roughness on the Giants’ final drive, all but killing any chance of a Bucs comeback. [read more]

The Changing Culture

November 11th, 2015
Young turks are taking over.

Young turks are taking over.

Former Bucs commander Greg Schiano once told Joe that before he came to Tampa Bay, he never heard of a starting NFL quarterback who didn’t stop in the office on the player’s off day, if for no other reason than to have medical treatment or maybe do a little prep work. [read more]

Saluting The Veterans

November 11th, 2015

veterans day 2014

Joe just wants to take a moment to thanks both those who served in uniform for our country, and those currently serving.

Joe knows that there are guys (girls?) out there serving overseas that read this site daily, and Joe is thinking of you today and is appreciative of your service. Thanks to all, past and present.

Both Joes who run this here site had fathers that served in the Pacific Theater in World War II, so we understand what your service means. It is because of folks like you, Joe is able to guzzle beer and watch football all weekend long (when not covering the Bucs). If not for honorable people like our veterans, Joe might be subjected to drinking some sports drink and watching soccer, if you can imagine such a dire existence.

Joe will perform his Veteran’s Day tradition and encourages others to join in. Joe goes to a local VFW or American Legion Hall each Nov. 11, drops cash on the bar, orders the bartender to buy each veteran a round, and then Joe walks out. A small token of gratitude to those who served.

Thanks!

Lovie Breaks Down Air Jameis

November 10th, 2015
Jameisair

(Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

It was 3rd-and-goal from the Giants’ 10 yard line.

Another field goal wasn’t going to cut it. [read more]

Have Your Say

November 10th, 2015


The Tight Ends Washout

November 10th, 2015
"Just don't throw it to a tight end, Jameis."

“Just don’t throw it to a tight end, Jameis.”

A mystery surrounding the Bucs this season is the lack of throws to tight ends.

It’s almost as if offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter has waved the white flag since Austin Seferian-Jenkins was injured. [read more]

Lovie: ASJ “On Schedule”

November 10th, 2015
Lovie talks ASJ injury.

Lovie talks ASJ injury.

The Bucs still have a prayer of getting to seven wins and somehow, some way, backing into the playoffs.

As Joe has written before, four of the past five seasons, a team with an 8-8 record or worse has made the playoffs. [read more]

Lavonte David: Bucs Fixed Slant Pass Woes

November 10th, 2015

DavidThe days of the Bucs giving up the booty left and right on slant passes should be over.

Lavonte David says the scouting report on the Tampa Bay defense should be changed. [read more]

Dotson Returns But Should Stay On Bench

November 10th, 2015

demar dotson 1216Joe thinks it’s a no-brainer that Bucs right tackle Gosder Cherilus should keep his job as a starter. [read more]

More Benching On Lovie’s Mind

November 10th, 2015
Lovie opens up on radio

Lovie opens up on radio

There’s a new Lovie Smith in town.

He’s more emotional on the sidelines, and he’s not tolerating repeated mistakes. [read more]

Beckles Talks Double-Teams

November 10th, 2015
Former Bucs guard and local sports radio personality Ian Beckles resumed his potshots at Bucs DT Gerald McCoy.

Former Bucs guard and local sports radio personality Ian Beckles resumed his potshots at Bucs DT Gerald McCoy.

If it is the day after a win, it is known as Victory Monday.

If it is a day after a loss, then it means Ian Beckles will rev up his anti-Gerald McCoy campaign. [read more]

Giants Fan Jailed

November 10th, 2015
Tried to torch giant Bucs flag at One Buc Palace.

Tried to torch giant Bucs flag at One Buc Palace.

A nitwit Giants fan was locked up Sunday night by Tampa police after the fired up Eli-Manning-jersey-wearing wannabe arsonist tried to torch the giant Bucs flag at One Buc Palace. [read more]

“Frustrated” GMC Breaks Silence

November 10th, 2015
"Frustrated."

“Frustrated.”

In a rare stunt Sunday night, Gerald McCoy chatted with Giants quarterback Eli Manning but refused to speak to the local pen and mic club and all but walked over two TV camera crews near his locker stall on his way out the door. [read more]

Bucs Cut Loaf Jennings

November 10th, 2015
Gone.

Gone.

Not even playing for Lovie Smith in Chicago was enough to save Bucs cornerback Loaf Jennings. The veteran was sliced from the Tampa Bay roster last night. [read more]

“We Like That Combination”

November 9th, 2015
Lovie likes his change

Lovie likes his change

Yesterday’s big on-field change was a big hit according to Buccaneers head coach Lovie Smith. [read more]

Stat Geeks Out Of Control

November 9th, 2015
statnerds

Box-score-reading stat geeks outraged at Jameis.

There is sometimes discord at the headquarters at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters. Not enough to throw beer bottles at each other but, sometimes, enough to holler and stomp out of the room like a disgusted Gerald McCoy. [read more]

“That Is A Ridiculous Number”

November 9th, 2015
Lining up offsides is just downright dumb.

Lining up offsides is just downright dumb.

Yes, Joe has documented the woes of the offense in the red zone. But red zone production for the defense isn’t much better.

For the first time all season, the loss yesterday by the Bucs could not be blamed on the defense. That is not to say the defense played well. It did not. [read more]

Gerald McCoy Anchors NFC Best Run Defense

November 9th, 2015

McCoyNo NFC team does a better job when its opponent hands off than your beloved Tampa Bay Buccaneers. [read more]