Full of nerve and surprises

If there’s one thing Bucs fans can take to the bank, it’s that their general manager has a hefty set of balls.

There are many examples. [read more]

The Bucs’ head coach talks spring lessons

The influence of the Bucs’ new four-time Pro Bowler, Brent Grimes, should go far beyond what he does on Sundays this year.

Joe asked Dirk Koetter about this last week at the NFL Owners Meetings. [read more]

Still molding Jameis.

One of many stories Joe heard about the recruitment — if you want to call it that — of America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, occurred at the Florida State pro day about a year ago. [read more]

Former Bucs WR pinched.

Remember former Bucs receiver Preston Parker? Well, it looks like he may also be remembered as a jailbird. [read more]

This week’s s(p)it-against-the-wall guesswork from NFL.com has the Bucs selecting a Clemson DE.

Joe did a quick Google search for mock drafts, against common sense, and was shocked by how many folks believe the Bucs will draft Florida cornerback Vernon Hargreaves. [read more]

Joe pledges to assist the winner of a new official Buccaneers sweepstakes

Joe absolutely did a triple take when reading the fine print on your Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ newest promotion. [read more]

“Hire me, please.”

This is no April Fools’ joke. In fact, Joe would like to chainwhip the arseholes who pull these pranks. Only the lowest of the low websites would ever post false stories. [read more]

Joe talks to Bucs owner Joel Glazer about his fandom

So you think you’re more of a hardcore fan than Buccaneers co-chairman Joel Glazer.

Think again. [read more]

Coach says Martin needs more coaching

Yes, the Bucs made it rain on their running back to the tune an eight-figure guaranteed contract, despite his emerging issues coughing up the rock. [read more]

We all know Dirk Koetter is no stats guy and loathes spreadsheets, so it was noteworthy when the Bucs head coach volunteered a rarely-heard number last week. [read more]

Questions persist

Joe hadn’t seen such crying since chicks reacted to “Titanic” when it premiered in theaters. [read more]

Actions indicate something brewing with Mike Glennon.

Yes, Joe sure hopes Mike Glennon is traded. [read more]

Joe has been a broken record for how the Bucs must draft an edge rusher (or two). [read more]

Jameis Winston was smacked in the face, highlighting core advice Derrick Brooks.

Iconic linebacker Derrick Brooks talked America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, today. [read more]

Jilted?

It’s ironic that one of Dirk Koetter’s very best friends, 14-season Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis, says firing an NFL head coach after two years is too quick of a hook. [read more]

Is drafting a DT like Robert Nkemdiche a luxury?

It is past the point of irresponsible and reaching sinful levels that the Bucs are on the verge of wasting the career of stud defensive tackle Gerald McCoy.

Shameful doesn’t begin to describe it. [read more]

Angry

Some coaches and personnel suits love making leaps and overblowing the impact of superior players, but some guys do make everyone around them better. [read more]

NFL insider raves about Jameis and more

The cleaning out of Joe’s voice recorder continues. This time, Joe types up his chat with good guy Alex Marvez of FOX Sports and SiriusXM NFL Radio stardom. [read more]

Great hair doesn’t equal great receiver

Joe realizes legions of Bucs observers and fans have blown up wide receiver Kenny Bell to nearly a savior status.

Sorry, Joe doesn’t live in the land of lollipops and rainbows, Bell has yet to catch a preseason pass. [read more]

Injured center?

Dirk Koetter referenced injured Buccaneers at the NFL Owners Meetings last week.

Other than specifying a shoulder “cleanup” for Jacquies Smith, Koetter refused to name names, but Joe has a lead. [read more]

Young’uns: This man was not named after a dish from a Thai eatery.

With the draft exactly four weeks from tonight — free beer! — there is no doubt in anyone’s mind what the Bucs must secure to get this defense to the next level. [read more]