“Sleep Is For Losers”

October 22nd, 2015

gmc 0911Gerald McCoy has high standards when it comes to life in the NFL and the way players should approach their jobs.

Last night on the Buccaneers Radio Network, McCoy was asked what he loves most about being in the NFL. [read more]

Mike Evans Is “Fine”

October 22nd, 2015
 Bucs WR Mike Evans will soon snap out of his funk.

Mike Evans will soon snap out of his funk.

Entering the season, the Bucs figured to have a dynamic offense.

With a rejuvenated Doug Martin, Vincent Jackson, “America’s Quarterback” barking signals, and budding star Mike Evans, what rookie QB wouldn’t succeed with those weapons once he figures out the NFL? [read more]

DIrk Koetter Not A Babysitter

October 22nd, 2015
No time for egos.

No time for egos.

Look, the Bucs have all sorts of weapons. Yes, even weapons that have proven themselves in years past, like Vincent Jackson, Mike Evans, Doug Martin and a rookie quarterback chomping at the bit to prove himself in NFL circles. [read more]

Joe Talks Playoff Fever, Sad Sack Redskins, Banks Correction & More

October 21st, 2015
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The Big Dog

It was time again for Joe to engage in deep football talk with the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620.

Excitement and discord were in the air for the popular JoeBucsFan.com Hour. [read more]

“Still In The Hunt”

October 21st, 2015
Bucs DT Gerald McCoy believes the team could easily rattle off a series of wins.

Gerald McCoy believes the team could easily rattle off a series of wins.

The Bucs are 2-3. With a win over the rotten Redskins, the Bucs will be 3-3. All of a sudden, could — gasp! — a wild card berth be within reach? [read more]

Dancing & Fist-Bumping: And Chewing Out Mike Jenkins?

October 21st, 2015
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Joe’s got practice video of cornerbacks coach Gil Byrd getting animated

Joe had a video crew of 23/24 people on the scenes at One Buc Palace this afternoon to film the 30-minute practice window open to media.

A trusted cameraman zeroed in on cornerbacks drills, where a bizarre sequence showed the flair and fire of cornerbacks coach Gil Byrd, and interesting looks at Johnthan Banks, Mike Jenkins and Sterling Moore. [read more]

“I Am Really Nobody In This League”

October 21st, 2015
Jameis believes the team is bigger than he is.

Jameis believes the team is bigger than he is.

When “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, was at Florida State, so many times he put that team on his back and willed it to victory. He impressed the hell out of Joe. [read more]

Groin Still Straining Mankins

October 21st, 2015

mankinspracticeThe Bucs’ $7 million-per-year left guard wasn’t ready to throw on pads and hit people at practice today, the Bucs’ lone padded practice of the week.

Yes, Logan Mankins’ groin still seems to be trouble — and Joe doesn’t know anyone concerned. [read more]

Remembering Hawk’s Warm Breast

October 21st, 2015

hawk 1222One prominent Buccaneer got real serious today when Joe asked about the Washington Redskins’ leading tackler and bonecrusher-in-chief, Dashon “Hawk” Goldson. [read more]

“It Is A Sign Of Respect”

October 21st, 2015
Marked man.

Marked man.

It is a question that has many Bucs fans wrestling at night, losing sleep (and has nothing to do with the weird craft beers they experimented with hours earlier). [read more]

“Winning Always Adds To The Buy-In”

October 21st, 2015
Super Bowl winner Clinton McDonald talks about victory Sunday

Super Bowl winner Clinton McDonald talks about victory Sunday

Dammit, the Bucs must jump their record to 3-3 with a win against the dreadful Redskins on Sunday.

Today, Joe talked about winning with one of the few dudes in the Bucs locker room that owns a Super Bowl ring, defensive tackle and captain Clinton McDonald. [read more]

Evan Smith May Not Start

October 21st, 2015
No longer a starter?

No longer a starter?

So the Bucs are about to face the rotten Redskins and the offensive line is coming off a couple of games where there is no question the unit played the best it has in years. [read more]

“You Don’t Want To Ruin That Continuity”

October 21st, 2015
Don't change Jameis Winston's center, says a former Buccaneer.

Don’t change Jameis Winston’s center, says a former Buccaneer.

If you’ve ever referenced the importance of gelling on an offensive line, then don’t you dare tell Joe that former starting center Evan Smith deserves to get his job back on Sunday in Washington. [read more]

Surprise!

October 21st, 2015
Has the production of RB Doug Martin been a surprise?

Has the production of Doug Martin been a surprise?

Already through five games, the Bucs have had plenty of surprises. Not all good.

Was that defensive effort on opening weekend surprising enough for you? [read more]

“Very Predictable”

October 21st, 2015
Gerald McCoy and the Bucs defense won't like this

Gerald McCoy and the Bucs’ defense won’t like this

Joe’s about ready to vomit his Egg McMuffins.

How the hell could three renowned football gurus sit around and discuss how dreadful the Redskins and Kirk Cousins are yet all three pick Washington to beat the Bucs? [read more]

“Overreaction” To Secondary Play

October 21st, 2015
Bucs CB thinks fans need to step back from the cliff when discussing the secondary.

Johnthan Banks thinks fans need to step back from the cliff when discussing the secondary.

As Joe already stated this week, though the tenure of Loaf Jennings and Mike Jenkins is short, Bucs fans have about had their fill of the duo as starting corners.

The secondary is getting lit up. Just look at the career day one-armed Jags quarterback Blake Bortles had the last time the Bucs took the field, a Bucs win at that. [read more]

The Ghost Of Michael Clayton Looms

October 21st, 2015
Flashbacks to Michael Clayton have resurfaced this fall.

Flashbacks to Michael Clayton have resurfaced.

Want to see a Bucs fan turn from a happy mood into a foul-mouthed, PO’ed sailor?

Drop the name “Michael Clayton” and listen to the curse words flow. [read more]

It Takes A Team

October 21st, 2015
Bucs GM breaks down the tape..

Bucs GM breaks down the tape.

When Doug Martin caught a dump pass over the middle for a 10-yard score against the Jags, it sure looked like great second- and third-efforts by Martin.

It was more than that. [read more]

Kirk Cousins Says His Picks Are Getting Better

October 20th, 2015

McCownlaughJoe can’t emphasize how badly the Redskins, Tampa Bay’s opponent on Sunday, are imploding.

Forget that Joe watched Washington’s heinous effort against the Jets last weekend. Just listen to the rumbles coming from the nation’s capital. [read more]