Alone — And Not Liking It

August 7th, 2016

Jameismug3Yesterday, Joe had a different kind of question for America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. [read more]

Happy Birthday To Joe

August 7th, 2016

Eight years ago today Joe fired up this website and never turned back — eight full years obsessing 24/7 about all things Bucs on these pages.

It all started with a laptop and a dream. [read more]

“Guys Playing Football The Way They Really Know How To Play Football”

August 7th, 2016
Times have changed a lot, says Lavonte David.

Times have changed a lot, says Lavonte David.

Lavonte David sat down this week for candid chat with BSPN.

Maybe it was the bright lights and national audience, but David, a typically reserved guy, really opened up.

[read more]

VIDEO: Another SACK! For Noah Spence

August 7th, 2016

jason licht 0224bHere’s the video teased in Saturday’s practice notes.

This time it’s an A-list angle of rookie defensive end Noah Spence taking Donovan Smith’s lunch money yesterday in live 11-on-11 action. [read more]

Initial Depth Chart Misleading

August 7th, 2016
Early August depth chart misleading for players like DE Jacquies Smith.

Early August depth chart is hardly accurate for players like DE Jacquies Smith.

A team listing its depth chart the first week of August is two steps away from trolling its own fans. [read more]

Joe Does Training Camp Live

August 7th, 2016
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Joe joined Casey Phillips and Scott Smith on Training Camp Live yesterday.

Yesterday at Bucs training camp, Buccaneers.com took a step into the future. [read more]

Catching Up For Ryan Smith

August 7th, 2016
Behind but time to catch up.

Behind but still time to catch up.

Joe thought one of the sleeper picks in this spring’s draft for the Bucs was Ryan Smith in the fourth round. The cornerback from North Carolina Central was quickly targeted to play safety.

[read more]

Will Gholston, Evan Smith & Joe Hawley Highlight First Official Depth Chart

August 6th, 2016

HawleyYou know there’s a football game approaching when the first depth chart of the 2016 season appears.

The Bucs just released it late this afternoon. [read more]

Day 9 Camp Practice Notes & Observations

August 6th, 2016
Jameis passionately sought knowledge today from a practice official after a unique false start call.

Jameis passionately sought knowledge today from a practice official after a unique false start call.

Joe was your faithful eyes and ears at today’s very lively practice. Grab a sandwich and a couple of beers and dive in. The Bucs preseason kicks off in FIVE short days. Joe’s got your need-to-know. [read more]

“He Kind Of Reminds Me Of Adam”

August 6th, 2016
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Jameis gushes. The Kenny Bell Mob weeps.

If you’re a Bucs receiver fighting for a job, then you want America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, to refer to you as another Adam Humphries. [read more]

“Trust Me. They’re Not Just Standing There In Cover 2 Or Cover 3”

August 6th, 2016
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Dirk Koetter explains today’s trickery at One Buc Palace.

Lots of disguise rolled out from the Buccaneers’ defense today at practice.

It confused America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, a few times. Imagine what it did for Joe and fans in the stands. [read more]

Can Noah Spence Play The Run?

August 6th, 2016
Defensive coordinator was candid when asked by Joe about rookie defensive end Noah Spence's play against the run.

Defensive coordinator Mike Smith was candid when asked by Joe about rookie defensive end Noah Spence’s play against the run.

In the spring, Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht cautioned that rookie DE Noah Spence might not be a full-time player for a while. [read more]

Sportsman DeBartolo

August 6th, 2016

Remember to visit the new BalzerFootball.com. It’s a little brother site of JoeBucsFan.com manned by esteemed Pro Football Hall of Fame selector and voter Howard Balzer, a veteran of all forms of media and a regular voice heard on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

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Balzer is a true expert on all things NFL, one of the very best in the business. Things are just getting rolling at BalzerFootball.com. Howard is live at this weekend’s Hall of Fame ceremonies, along with esteemed JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman. Today, Howard dives into inductee Eddie DeBartolo — the sportsman.

High On Football

August 6th, 2016
Passion.

Passion.

It is a dreary Saturday morning. It’s the kind of day you don’t want to get out of bed; just roll over and bury your head in the covers. [read more]

Jameis Dishes On Dirk Koetter

August 6th, 2016
What Dirk Koetter means to Jameis.

What Dirk Koetter means to Jameis.

Some people roll out of the rack at 5 a.m. because of their family. Some people hop in the shower before the birds chirp because of the cash they make. Some people get up at the crack of dawn because they just love their jobs. [read more]

“Don’t Be That Fan”

August 6th, 2016
Radio host blasts anti-GMC rabble.

Radio host blasts anti-GMC rabble.

The following may unnerve the anti-Gerald McCoy rabble. [read more]

Free Agency Frenzy At One Buc Palace

August 6th, 2016

jason licht 0224bBuild through the draft?

If opening day was this Sunday, your Tampa Bay Buccaneers would be starting six free agents on defense with an average age of 30 years old. [read more]

Koetter Lists Top Four Corners

August 6th, 2016
Discusses top corners.

Discusses top corners.

Joe is really digging this Dirk Koetter. Ask a question, you get an answer. And the answer may not be to your liking. [read more]

“It Seems Even Quicker”

August 5th, 2016

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Sixteen years playing NFL football puts former Bucs tight end Dave Moore in rare company. What also puts him in rare company is his ability to break down football for the common man. [read more]

VIDEO: Sack! When A Completion Is Not Real

August 5th, 2016
Edge talent

Edge talent

Ahh, the untold story of training camp. The fine line between a completion and a phony play fueled by defensive players not permitted drill a quarterback.

And this is why Joe shoots video, to learn more about what’s really happening. [read more]