Noah Spence “Standing Up”

June 3rd, 2016
Discusses defenses.

Discusses defenses.

Last month, when Bucs linebackers coach Mark Duffner talked to the local fourth estate, he was asked about Noah Spence possibly playing outside linebacker. [read more]

The Tease Of Underwear Football

June 3rd, 2016

teaseUnderwear football is such a tease. Like the blonde at the beach bar that keeps gazing at you with alluring eyes, only wanting to sponge icy cocktails off you. [read more]

Veteran Bubble

June 3rd, 2016

bubble burst

In roughly three months, the Bucs will shave their roster down to the final-53. There is always surprise and angst when this occurs. [read more]

“I’m Gonna Say It!”

June 2nd, 2016
Bold prediction by Bucs Pro Bowl OLB.

Bold talk by Bucs Pro Bowl OLB.

Bucs stud outside linebacker Lavonte David is a cool cat. Joe has never seen him get worked up about anything when he’s talking to the pen and mic club. [read more]

Koetter Calls Out A “Deepest” Position

June 2nd, 2016
Lots of center today for Ali Marpet

Lots of center today for Ali Marpet

The historic tale of the virgin center changed Joe forever. It was that shocking.

But Bucs fans can breathe extra easily tonight. The Bucs fixed that problem last year and Dirk Koetter is committed to keeping the good vibes rolling. [read more]

Thursday Practice Notes & Observations

June 2nd, 2016

BucsOTA

It was another day of underwear football at One Buc Palace, a steamy OTA practice just 101 days from opening day. Joe’s got plenty. [read more]

John Lynch Game Announced

June 2nd, 2016

john lynch 0602

Back in January, the Bucs announced former safety John Lynch would be the next inductee of the Ring of Honor. Now we know when. [read more]

Girl Talk

June 2nd, 2016
Talks owning offensive tackles.

Talks owning offensive tackles.

Rookie defensive tackle Noah Spence walked into the Bucs’ media workroom today freshly showered after underwear football practice. [read more]

Key To Defense: Health

June 2nd, 2016
Health = sacks.

Health = sacks.

Joe had a chance to talk to Bucs cornerback Alterraun Verner after underwear football practice (OTAs) today. He’s one of Joe’s favorite players to talk to because he is intelligent, thoughtful and real. [read more]

Koetter Embraces “Personality”

June 2nd, 2016

McCoydance

The funk music was playing early at Bucs practice today, and there was Gerald McCoy, spending significant time and effort on his throwback dance moves. [read more]

Practice Video: Noah Spence Gets An Education

June 2nd, 2016
Learning time

Learning time

Yes, Bucs rookie defensive end Noah Spence is getting schooled. [read more]

Busy Thursday At One Buc Palace

June 2nd, 2016
Jameisthrow

Bucs offensive coordinator/wide receivers coach Todd Monken (right) likes to stare down the release of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston.

Your Buccaneers are back on the practice field this morning, which means Joe will have plenty of notes and quotes and other fun early this afternoon.

Keep comin’ back.

“I Like Tampa To Finally Make That Move”

June 2nd, 2016
More friendly heat on Dirk Koetter

More friendly heat on Dirk Koetter

Add another log on the steady fire building around Bucs head coach Dirk Koetter.

And the fire isn’t coming from JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters, so stop pointing fingers. [read more]

Alterraun Verner’s Future

June 2nd, 2016
Stakes are high.

Stakes are high.

One of the biggest disappointments in recent Bucs history is the sad vanishing of former Pro Bowl cornerback Alterraun Verner. [read more]

Jerry Jones And Mike Glennon

June 2nd, 2016
Will Jerry Jones be eyeing Mike Glennon?

Will Jerry Jones be eyeing Mike Glennon?

It seems odd to Joe that trade chatter about Mike Glennon died just after the draft, right about the time Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht stated all Glennon talks were dead. [read more]

Joe Talks Massive Koetter Pressure, Fourth-Best Quarterbacks, The Anti-Lovie, Doug Martin, Orlando & More

June 1st, 2016
Steve Duemig wrestles with Joe

Steve Duemig wrestles with Joe

Hooray!

The JoeBucsFan.com Hour was back on the airwaves this evening with the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620. [read more]

Peers Rank Lavonte David No. 53

June 1st, 2016
Predictable voter

David’s favorite bells were ringing

Very cool stat rolled out on NFL Network tonight during the latest Top-100 Players of 2016 show. [read more]

A Long Weekend In Jacksonville

June 1st, 2016

downtown jacksonville

Bucs fans hungry for the NFL regular season and looking for cheap entertainment can cure both pangs in the same shot. All within a few short hours drive from the Tampa Bay area. [read more]

Who Will Pick Jameis?

June 1st, 2016
Sound advice

Sound advice

The teachings of left tackle Donovan Smith have prompted Joe to wonder what rookie is smart enough to see the obvious at One Buc Palace. [read more]

Brent Grimes Practice Video

June 1st, 2016

 Ahh, it’s June 1 and Bucs fans are yearning for football.

Thankfully, the mighty NFL allows Joe to show 90 seconds of exclusive practice video for up to 24 hours. [read more]