A McCoy Hater, Jameis & Winning

February 2nd, 2016

jameis 1108bFor those unaware, Joe presents truly extraordinary golf events/tournaments. At Sunday’s sold out extravaganza in Palm Harbor, a Bucs fan approached Joe and insisted that Dirk Koetter trade Gerald McCoy. [read more]

“That’s Something That He Does”

February 2nd, 2016
A former Dirk Koetter player talks about him at the Pro Bowl

A former Dirk Koetter player talks about him at the Pro Bowl

Feel free to call new Bucs head coach Dirk Koetter molder-in-chief. [read more]

Aqib Talib Misses Tampa

February 2nd, 2016
Former Bucs CB Aqib Talib discusses his Tampa days.

Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib discusses his Tampa days with Joe at Super Bowl opening night

Joe was no big fan of Aqib Talib. His Bucs play never lived up to his first-round talent.

It spoke volumes at the time of his trade that former Bucs rock star general manager Mark Dominik could only get a fourth round pick from the Belicheats in return. [read more]

Mike Smith’s Allergy To Penalties

February 2nd, 2016
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An evil image of Bucs’ DC Mike Smith was shared at Super Bowl Opening Night.

When Bucs defensive coordinator Mike Smith was introduced to the Tampa Bay pen and mic club last month, he didn’t waste a whole lot of time addressing an area that stung the Bucs in recent years, a rash that drives Smith nuts.

That would be penalties. [read more]

Video: Jameis Winston Weighs In On “America’s Quarterback” Nickname

February 1st, 2016
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Jameis weighs in

Yes, Joe interviewed America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, after a Pro Bowl practice last week in Hawaii. [read more]

Chucky Gives Mike Smith “Guru” Label

February 1st, 2016
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When Chucky finished with autograph hounds at Saturday’s Pro Bowl practice, he talked to Joe.

Add Chucky to the list of NFL brains — and general managers — who believe new Bucs defensive coordinator Mike Smith is an architect and a craftsman, unlike Stubbornicus Maximus, who last ran the Tampa Bay defense. [read more]

Dexter Jackson No. 46

February 1st, 2016
Where does Bucs Super Bowl MVP Dexter Jackson rank?

Where does Super Bowl MVP Dexter Jackson rank?

Joe forever must refer to former Bucs safety Dexter Jackson as “the good Dexter Jackson.”

That’s because the scaredy cat waste of a second round pick of a kick returner from a Division I-AA program soiled the name. [read more]

Chucky: “They’re Better Than 6-10”

February 1st, 2016

LovieJagsIconic Chucky, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Super Bowl champion head coach, delivered what felt like a parting shot to Lovie Smith yesterday. [read more]

High-Tech Jameis

February 1st, 2016
Jameis was among the NFL guinea pigs at yesterday's Pro Bow.

Jameis was among the NFL guinea pigs at yesterday’s Pro Bowl.

America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, had one hell of a season when it comes to technology. [read more]

What Lured Todd Monken?

February 1st, 2016
Bucs new OC discusses why he bolted Southern Miss.

Bucs new OC discusses why he bolted Southern Miss.

In the grand scheme of things, it is still a bit odd how Todd Monken, a star in the college football coaching ranks, blew out of Hattiesburg, Miss. to become the Bucs’ offensive coordinator just days before college national signing day. [read more]

“We Need Playmakers”

February 1st, 2016
Bucs LB Lavonte David is sick of losing.

Lavonte David is sick of losing.

The Bucs have money to play with as the free agency dinner bell rings in a tad over six weeks (March 15, 4 p.m.).

Listening to the words of Dirk Koetter, Mike Smith and Todd Monken, they are dropping not so subtle hints the Bucs will be active in free agency. [read more]

Be Prepared For Flags

February 1st, 2016
Coaching changes don't always mean less penalties.

Coaching changes don’t immediately mean less penalties.

Really, really interesting article and even better research about the Bucs and penalties. In so many words, fans should not blindly believe the team’s flag-ridden ways will vanish without Lovie Smith on the sidelines. [read more]

100 Percent Coming From Doug Martin

January 31st, 2016
Doug Martin talks to Joe at the Pro Bowl

Doug Martin talks to Joe at the Pro Bowl

An injury to Doug Martin in today’s Pro Bowl could cost him at least $10 million, but he isn’t at all concerned. [read more]

Open-minded Coaches

January 31st, 2016
Brainstorms with a former Bucs great.

Brainstorms with a Bucs legend.

As we wait for the Pro Bowl kickoff on this lazy Sunday, as Joe is in the air on his way to San Francisco (Joe’s first visit to California), Joe thought he’d bring something cool to you. [read more]

“They Kind Of Slowed It Down A Lot”

January 31st, 2016

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You want perspective on the Buccaneers’ defense under Lovie Smith?

It was provided at a Pro Bowl event a few days ago. [read more]

GMC Vs. America’s Quarterback

January 31st, 2016
Will GMC and America's Quarterback still be smiling tonight? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers Instagram account.)

Will GMC and America’s Quarterback still be smiling tonight? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers Instagram account.)

Tonight at 7 p.m., Bucs fans may get to see a rare feat. Joe’s going to guess most reasonable Bucs fans will never want to see this happen again, either. [read more]

What’s Wrong With This Picture?

January 30th, 2016
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“… for no good reason.”

What a tender and sickening moment it was at the Pro Bowl team photo shoots yesterday in Hawaii. [read more]

Senior Bowl Open Thread

January 30th, 2016

For those pining for college football, or any football, this is for you. While you watch the Senior Bowl, feel free to comment on who you want the Bucs to draft, or who could help the Bucs, playing in this afternoon’s game. [read more]

The Status Of Bruce Carter

January 30th, 2016
Will Bruce Carter be a salary cap causality? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

Will LB Bruce Carter be a salary cap causality? (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

Last year, a shining example of how well the Bucs have drafted under the guidance of AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht is what happened on Day 3 of the draft. [read more]

Jameis Winston Interview & Highlights – Part II

January 30th, 2016
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America’s Quarterback

Yes, Joe is on the ground in Hawaii soaking in Pro Bowl practices and tasty waves.

Joe really has enjoyed talking to so many family members of Buccaneers players, too. Very fun and enlightening. [read more]